46 CFR 153.934
§ 153.934 Entry into spaces containing cargo vapor.
United States · 46 CFR — Shipping · Status: effective
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- 46 CFR 153.934, § 153.934 Entry into spaces containing cargo vapor, United States, version 1 as recorded 2026-07-09, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/228757
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Full text
(a) No person may enter a cargo tank, cargo handling space, pumproom or enclosed space in the cargo area without the permission of the master.
(b) Before permitting anyone to enter a cargo tank, cargo handling space, pumproom or other enclosed space in the cargo area, the master shall make sure that:
(1) The space is free of toxic vapors and has sufficient oxygen to support life; or
(2) Those entering the space wear protective equipment with self-contained breathing apparatus as described in § 153.214(b) and an officer closely supervises the entire operation.
Legislative history
This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.