[Federal Register Volume 60, Number 64 (Tuesday, April 4, 1995)]
[Rules and Regulations]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 95-8123]




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Part III





Department of Transportation





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Coast Guard



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33 CFR Parts 154 and 155



46 CFR Part 12, et al.



Qualifications for Tankermen, and for Persons in Charge of Transfers of 
Dangerous Liquids and Liquefied Gases; Interim Final Rule

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Coast Guard

33 CFR Parts 154 and 155

46 CFR Parts 12, 13, 15, 30, 31, 35, 78, 90, 97, 98, 105, 151, 153, 
and 154

[CGD 79-116]
RIN 2115-AA03


Qualifications for Tankermen, and for Persons in Charge of 
Transfers of Dangerous Liquids and Liquefied Gases

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DOT.

ACTION: Interim rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is issuing an interim rule that sets out 
qualifications for tankermen, and for persons in charge of, and 
assisting in, the handling, transfer, and transport of oil and certain 
hazardous liquid cargoes in bulk aboard vessels. It intends the 
establishment of training standards, of operational requirements, and 
of a certification procedure to ensure that these persons are competent 
to perform their duties even during emergencies. Implementation of this 
rule will improve the handling, transfer, and transport of these 
cargoes and reduce the risk and severity of spillage from tank vessels.

DATES: This interim rule is effective March 31, 1996. Comments must be 
received by June 30, 1995.

ADDRESSES: Comments may be mailed to the Executive Secretary, Marine 
Safety Council (G-LRA-2, 3406) (CGD 79-116), U.S. Coast Guard 
Headquarters, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, or may 
be delivered to Room 3406 at the above address between 8 a.m. and 3 
p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The telephone 
number is (202) 267-1477.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: LCDR David C. Paxton, Project Manager, 
Office of Marine Safety, Security, and Environmental Protection (G-
MVP), phone (202) 267-0224.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Although this is a rule, not a notice, it is 
an interim rule; changes may be made, where warranted. Therefore, 
interested persons may participate in evaluating this rule by 
submitting written data, views, or arguments. Each written comment 
should include the name and address of the person making it, identify 
this rule (CGD 79-116) and the specific section of the rule to which 
the comment applies, and give a reason for the comment. Please submit 
two copies of each comment and attachment in an unbound format, no 
larger than 8\1/2\ by 11 inches, suitable for copying and electronic 
filing. A person desiring an acknowledgment that his or her comment has 
been received should enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard or 
envelope. The Coast Guard will consider all comments received during 
the comment period before it decides whether to modify or confirm this 
rule.
    The Executive Secretary maintains the public docket for this 
rulemaking. Comments will become part of this docket and will be 
available for inspection or copying at Room 3406, U.S. Coast Guard 
Headquarters.

Drafting Information

    The principal persons involved in drafting this document are LCDR 
David C. Paxton, Project Manager, and Mr. Patrick J. Murray, Project 
Counsel, Office of Chief Counsel.

Regulatory History

    The Coast Guard published in the Federal Register a supplemental 
notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM), on October 17, 1989: CGD 79-116 
and CGD 79-116a (54 FR 42624), entitled, ``Tankerman Requirements and 
Qualifications for Persons-in-Charge of Dangerous Liquid and Liquefied 
Gas Transfer Operations''. The Coast Guard received 42 comments on this 
SNPRM. No public meeting was requested, nor was one held.
    Before the SNPRM, the Coast Guard had published in the Federal 
Register two notices of proposed rulemaking (NPRMs), both on December 
18, 1980: CGD 79-116 (45 FR 83290), with proposed rules for tankermen; 
and CGD 79-116a (45 FR 83268), with proposed rules for persons in 
charge of oil transfers. The Coast Guard combined these two rulemakings 
in the SNPRM, and withdrew docket 79-116a as a distinct rulemaking.

Background and Purpose

    Since the early 1970s, a number of major marine casualties have 
occurred through human error and a lack of awareness on the part of 
personnel involved in the handling, transfer, and transport of 
dangerous liquids and liquefied gases as cargo on vessels. Among these 
were the explosions of the M/V VENUS in 1972 and of the SS SANSINENA in 
1976.
    In 1978 there occurred two events that established a legal 
framework for this interim rule. First, there was enacted the Port and 
Tanker Safety Act (PTSA) (codified as 46 U.S.C., Chapter 37) of that 
year, one of whose provisions required the Secretary of Transportation 
to prescribe regulations on, among other things, personnel 
qualifications and manning standards for tank vessels of the United 
States. (The NPRMs published in 1980, on tankermen (45 FR 83290) and on 
persons in charge of oil transfers (45 FR 83268), were intended to 
implement, in part, that statutory mandate.) Second, there was adopted 
the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification 
and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978, at a conference sponsored 
by the International Maritime Consultative Organization (IMCO; 
International Maritime Organization (IMO) since 1982). STCW and its 
associated resolutions contain a number of regulations and 
recommendations on training and qualifications for personnel with 
responsibilities related to the cargo and cargo equipment on tankers. 
During the 1980s the Coast Guard revised its rules on these in 46 CFR 
parts 10 and 15, to render them compatible with STCW.
    IMO developed a number of revisions to STCW. Among these revisions 
was a set of amendments to Chapter V adding requirements for personnel 
on tankers. (The amendments were adopted by the Maritime Safety 
Committee in May 1994, and come into force in May 1995.) After these 
amendments come into force, Chapter V will contain more detailed 
requirements on training and qualifications than it does now; and 
Administrations will have to ensure either that an authorized document 
is issued to officers and rated personnel found qualified in accordance 
with the new requirements or that an appropriate existing document is 
endorsed. (Chapter V is undergoing a review along with the rest of 
STCW, which should be complete in 1995. Amendments adopted at that time 
will probably come into force in 1996 or 1997. If necessary, this 
interim rule will be revised to conform with any new requirements due 
to those amendments.)
    Since the stranding of the M/V EXXON VALDEZ, Congress has enacted 
the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. This statute, too, concerns manning 
standards for tank vessels, including a requirement that the manning of 
each of these vessels take into account ``the navigation, cargo 
handling, and maintenance functions of that vessel for protection of 
life, property, and the environment'' (Subsection 4114(c), amending 46 
U.S.C. 8101(a)(3); emphasis added). This statute gives new impetus to 
the development of rules for tankermen and for persons in charge of oil 
transfers. [[Page 17135]] 
    In the last few years, the Coast Guard's Towing Safety Advisory 
Committee (TSAC) has considered many of the issues addressed in the 
SNPRM. TSAC has made valuable contributions to the development of these 
regulations.

Discussion of Comments

    All of the 42 comments on the SNPRM supported the SNPRM in 
principle, and none recommended major changes. The Coast Guard takes 
this to indicate that the SNPRM addressed all of the significant issues 
raised by those who submitted comments on the NPRMs. The specific 
comments are summarized and discussed below.

1. Persons in Charge (PICs) Under 33 CFR Parts 154 and 155

    One comment recommended that a definition for Tankship should be 
provided in part 154. The Coast Guard agrees and has added a definition 
in Sec. 154.105.
    One comment suggested that the wording of Sec. 155.700 be revised 
to indicate that the person in charge (PIC) could be designated by name 
or by position in the crew. The Coast Guard agrees with this suggestion 
and has revised the wording of Sec. 155.700.
    Another comment urged that the reference to in agent Secs. 155.700 
and .710 be clarified. The Coast Guard agrees and has clarified the 
sections.
    One comment said that Sec. 155.710 should apply to any tankship 
``required to be'' documented under the laws of the United States. The 
Coast Guard agrees and has added appropriate language to 
Sec. 155.710(a).
    Three comments stated that the wording of Sec. 155.710(a)(1)(ii) 
was unclear, particularly with reference to Boundary Lines. The Coast 
Guard agrees, and has reworded the section and added a cross-reference 
to 46 CFR part 7, where specific Boundary Lines are described, to 
indicate that the Boundary Lines in that part apply to the rules in 
Sec. 155.710.
    One comment said the PIC should be required, under Sec. 155.710, to 
be trained in and familiar with the emergency equipment aboard the 
vessel, the oil-transfer procedures for that vessel, and requirements 
and procedures for reporting spills. The Coast Guard agrees and has 
revised Secs. 155.710(a)(1)(i), (b)(1)(i), (c)(1), and (d)(1).
    One comment recommended that Sec. 155.710(e)(1) be revised to 
clarify that the scope of the rule encompasses every vessel that must 
be operated by a licensed person and not just by a licensed officer. 
The Coast Guard agrees and has revised the section to refer to 
``licensed person.''

2. Credentials of Personnel on Foreign-Flag Vessel Under 33 CFR Part 
155

    One comment stated that Secs. 155.710(c) and (d) should be amended 
to allow qualifications for a PIC aboard a foreign tankship at a 
shipyard or tank-cleaning facility to be satisfied by a marine 
chemist's certificate issued from the National Fire Protection 
Association. The Coast Guard agrees in substance and has added the 
appropriate wording in Sec. 155.710(g).
    One comment recommended that Sec. 155.710(c)(3) indicate that, for 
vessels of countries signatory to STCW, a Dangerous-Cargo Endorsement 
or Certificate issued by the flag state is sufficient to attest the 
holder's qualifications. The Coast Guard agrees and has revised 
Secs. 155.710(c)(3) and (d)(2).
    One comment recommended adding a paragraph to require the operator 
or agent to verify that the person designated as PIC of a transfer of 
fuel oil aboard a foreign vessel holds a license or certificate 
authorizing service as master, mate, pilot, or engineer. The Coast 
Guard agrees and has added a paragraph to Sec. 155.710(e)(4).

3. Language of Crewmembers Under 33 CFR Part 155

     Two comments wanted Secs. 155.710(c)(4) and (d)(3) revised to 
clarify the required ability to communicate.
    One comment stated that the rule should allow PICs to use any 
mutually-agreed-upon language as an alternative to English. This 
comment also urged that, if an interpreter is used, the interpreter be 
fluent in the terminology of ships and of transfers. The Coast Guard 
agrees and has incorporated these suggestions into Secs. 155.710(c)(4) 
and (d)(3).
    The other comment recommended adding a provision to require that 
the PIC on a foreign vessel be able to communicate effectively with all 
crewmembers involved in the transfer. If an interpreter is used, the 
interpreter should be fluent in the terminology of ships and of 
transfers. The Coast Guard agrees and has added Secs. 155.710(c)(5) and 
(d)(4).

4. Certification of Tankerman, General (46 CFR Part 13, Subpart A)

    One comment noted that the phrase ``grades of cargo (dangerous 
liquids (DL), liquefied gases (LG), or specific products)'' is not a 
technically precise term used throughout the shipping and pollution-
prevention regulations, and at best describes categories of cargo. The 
Coast Guard doubts whether the lack of precision in any of these terms 
will result in any confusion or misinterpretation, so it has left them 
as they were.
    One comment stated that the definition for liquid cargo in bulk 
should include a reference to portable tanks. The Coast Guard agrees 
and has augmented the definition in Sec. 13.103 with a reference to 
portable tanks.
    This comment also recommended revising the definition of  tank 
vessel. The Coast Guard has revised the definition to make it 
consistent with the statutory definition in 46 U.S.C. 2101(39).
    The Coast Guard has also added a definition of transfer as it 
applies in this rulemaking.
    One comment questioned whether Sec. 13.107(c) should require that a 
Tankerman-Assistant maintain contact with the PIC during a transfer. 
The Coast Guard agrees that it should and has added language requiring 
this.
    Two comments recommended changes to the provision on the Tankerman-
Engineer under Sec. 13.107(d). One observed that the primary 
responsibility of a person with a Tankerman-Engineer endorsement on a 
tank vessel carrying DL or LG is to maintain the cargo systems and 
equipment for transfer of liquids aboard. The other urged a requirement 
that a licensed person serving as a chief engineer, first assistant 
engineer, or cargo engineer on an inspected tank vessel carrying liquid 
cargo in bulk or cargo residue hold the Tankerman-Engineer endorsement. 
The Coast Guard accepts both of these changes and has incorporated them 
in the revision of Sec. 13.107(d).
    One comment recommended that the rule clearly state that applicants 
for restricted endorsements may apply to Coast Guard Regional 
Examination Centers (RECs). The Coast Guard agrees and has revised 
Sec. 13.111.
    One comment suggested the replacement of the term discharge by the 
term certificate of discharge. The Coast Guard has accomplished this 
replacement in the appropriate paragraphs of Sec. 13.113.
    One comment stated that it would be inequitable to give full credit 
to a master or chief mate for service on a tankship and yet to give 
only half credit to second and third mates for such service. The Coast 
Guard agrees. Deck officers aboard tankships serve as PICs of 
transfers, and their names appear on Declarations of Inspection and in 
the deck logs upon relief of watches. The [[Page 17136]] Coast Guard 
has revised Sec. 13.113(c)(iii)(B).
    This comment also expressed concern over silence of the proposed 
rule on second or third mates' qualifying for the DL or LG endorsements 
on the Tankerman-PIC. The Coast Guard agrees and has changed 
Sec. 13.113(c) to reflect that masters and mates aboard tankships 
certificated to carry DL and LG may qualify for the appropriate 
endorsement.
    Another comment said that a tankerman certified under prior 
regulations should have the option of passing a Coast Guard examination 
to earn an endorsement as Tankerman-PIC (Barge), just as a new 
applicant has the option of passing one under Sec. 13.301(f). The Coast 
Guard has eliminated the option for an applicant to become a Tankerman-
PIC (Barge) by passing a Coast Guard examination. This is an adverse 
change from the SNPRM, but both of the two reports--that of the Focus 
Group, ``Licensing 2000 and Beyond'', and that of the Coast Guard, 
``Review of Marine Safety Issues Related to Uninspected Towing 
Vessels''--urge more emphasis on formalized methods of training and 
less on passing a Coast Guard examination. The Coast Guard invites 
comments on the elimination of the option. The Coast Guard has left 
Sec. 13.113(d)(1)(ii) as it was and has eliminated the examination 
option in Sec. 13.301.
    A number of comments expressed the view that requiring service to 
have occurred within three years of application to be valid under 
Secs. 13.113(c)(1)(iii)(A)(1) and (d)(1)(iii) might penalize persons 
with service less recent. The Coast Guard agrees and has revised these 
sections, and Secs. 13.115(a) and (b), allowing service to be valid if 
it has occurred within five years of application.
    One comment rationalized that all engineers in service on LNG 
tankships should be grandfathered because of the requirements they must 
already meet. These engineers, however, should have no difficulty 
acquiring the endorsement without grandfathering, because of those very 
requirements. Therefore, the Coast Guard does not agree that 
grandfathering is necessary or appropriate for these engineers, and has 
left Sec. 13.115 as it was.
    Numerous comments urged that the tankerman endorsement be subject 
to an expiration date. The Coast Guard agrees with the intent of these 
comments. The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90) mandated that U.S. 
Merchant Mariners' Documents (MMDs) themselves be limited to five 
years' duration, and 46 CFR 12.02-29 (59 FR 49302 (September 27, 1994)) 
now limits endorsements on MMDs to the same duration. Therefore, the 
period of validity of the tankerman endorsement is tied to the term of 
the MMD in Sec. 13.119. 46 CFR 12.02-27 now requires MMDs to expire 
after five years. To help manage the work load over the initial five-
year renewal cycle, the Coast Guard will require individuals acting as 
``Tankerman-PIC'', ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'', ``Tankerman-Engineer'', 
and ``Tankerman-Assistant'' with the first renewal date of their MMDs, 
under Sec. 12.02-27, that occurs after March 31, 1997, to obtain their 
new tankerman endorsement. This change affects Secs. 13.113(a), 
13.113(b), 13.115, and 13.117. The phase-in period allows tankermen a 
minimum of two years to obtain a new endorsement, one year for the 
effective date of this publication and one year until commencing the 
five-year renewal cycle. A person who served as PIC for the transfer of 
liquid cargoes in bulk listed in subchapter O but who did not require a 
tankerman endorsement, because they were non-flammable or non-
combustible liquids, may continue to act as a PIC for those liquid 
cargoes five years after the effective date of this rulemaking as 
discussed in the SNPRM. After that point, the PIC must have obtained 
his or her ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement.
    One comment suggested that licensed engineers and tankerman-
assistants with service on tankships under prior rules should be able 
to invoke recency of service, too. The Coast Guard agrees that all 
applicants alike should be able to invoke recency of service for an 
original tankerman endorsement and has revised Sec. 13.123 to let them; 
it has also revised the section to reflect that the service should 
occur within five, not just three, years immediately preceding 
application, keeping this section consistent with other sections 
concerning recency of service.
    The Coast Guard has added Sec. 13.127 as a general section on 
service, both to consolidate the requirements for a service letter and 
to determine the number and kinds of transfers.

5. ``Tankerman-PIC'' Endorsement (46 CFR Part 13, Subpart B)

    One comment recommended that an applicant for an original 
Tankerman-PIC endorsement be capable of reading and writing English. 
The Coast Guard agrees that the PIC needs to be capable of 
understanding the information contained in Declarations of Inspection, 
vessel response plans, and Cargo Information Cards and it has added the 
requirement to Secs. 13.201 and 13.301 for all PICs to demonstrate an 
ability to read and understand English found in these items.
    A number of comments indicated that an applicant for a Tankerman-
PIC endorsement should have participated in more than one commencement 
of loading and more than one of discharge, and in more than one 
completion of loading and more than one of discharge. The Coast Guard 
agrees and has increased the number of commencements and completions 
required to two each in Secs. 13.203(b)(2) and (3). At the same time, 
however, it has left Sec. 13.203(c) unchanged.
    One comment recommended that an applicant for a Tankerman-PIC 
endorsement have to prove a working knowledge of a vessel's oil-
transfer procedures, of its emergency procedures, and requirements for 
reporting oil spills. The Coast Guard agrees. Tankermen must become 
familiar with the relevant characteristics of each vessel, with the 
vessel's response plan, and with all appropriate procedures before 
commencing a transfer, relieving the watch or duty, or completing a 
transfer. The person certifying the service (signing the letter 
attesting the service) of an applicant for tankerman should be 
satisfied that the applicant is knowledgeable and able to manage liquid 
cargo before certifying the service.
    One comment questioned whether it was necessary to require that an 
applicant be capable of calculating rates of loading and discharge. The 
Coast Guard considers the ability to calculate such rates on tankships 
an important aspect of ensuring safe transfers. It has required the 
ability to calculate rates of loading in Sec. 13.127(a)(3)(vii). 
However, the corresponding ability for rates of discharge does not 
involve skills different in any significant way from those involved in 
the ability for rates of loading, so the Coast Guard has not explicitly 
required the ability for rates of discharge.

6. ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' Endorsements (46 CFR Part 13, Subpart C)

    One comment recommended that an applicant for an original 
``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement be required both to take a 
training course and to pass a Coast Guard examination. The Coast Guard 
believes that a course, when coupled with the other standards under 
Sec. 13.301, will provide satisfactory evidence that the applicant has 
qualified for the endorsement. The Coast Guard has eliminated the 
option for an applicant to become a Tankerman-PIC (Barge) by passing a 
Coast Guard examination or by using extended service. The Coast Guard 
has [[Page 17137]] revised Secs. 13.303 and .309 to require formal 
training.
    Three comments stated that the Coast Guard should require its own 
examination whether or not an applicant completes a course. As above, 
both of the two reports--that of the Focus Group, ``Licensing 2000 and 
Beyond'', and that of the Coast Guard, ``Review of Marine Safety Issues 
Related to Uninspected Towing Vessels''--urge more emphasis on 
formalized methods of training and less on passing a Coast Guard 
examination. The Coast Guard believes that formal training is the 
appropriate method without the need for an additional examination, 
while it effectively monitors approved training programs. The Coast 
Guard has revised Sec. 13.309 to allow only formal training.
    One comment suggested that the ability to read and write English 
should be required of each applicant for an original ``Tankerman-PIC 
(Barge)'' endorsement under Sec. 13.301, and for an original restricted 
``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement under Sec. 13.111. The Coast 
Guard agrees that all PICs need to be capable of understanding the 
information in Declarations of Inspection, vessel response plans, and 
Cargo Information Cards and it has added the requirement to 
Secs. 13.201 and .301 for all PICs to demonstrate an ability to read 
and understand English found in these items. It has revised 
Sec. 13.111(d)(5) to require a similar ability respecting restricted 
``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsements.
    All eight comments on service requirements indicated that a single 
commencement or completion of loading and a single commencement or 
completion of discharge was insufficient, and recommended that five 
commencements and five completions be required. While the Coast Guard 
agrees that every participation in these critical stages of a transfer 
enhances an individual's qualifications, it does not consider a large 
number of participations necessary to establish minimal qualification 
for a ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement. Therefore, it has revised 
Sec. 13.303(b)(2) to require at least two commencements and two 
completions of loading and Sec. 13.303(b)(3) to require at least two 
commencements and two completions of discharge.
    One comment urged that an applicant have to prove a working 
knowledge of a vessel's oil-transfer procedures, its emergency 
procedures, and requirements for reporting oil spills. As previously 
stated, the person certifying the service of an applicant for tankerman 
should be satisfied that the applicant is knowledgeable and able to 
manage liquid cargo before certifying the service.
    Three comments expressed the view that it was unnecessary to 
require that an applicant for a ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement 
be capable of calculating rates of loading or discharge. These comments 
said that a tankerman could monitor such rates on barges without 
calculating them. The Coast Guard agrees and has eliminated these 
requirements for ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge).''
    One comment stated that the use of the term ``competent person'' in 
these regulations might create confusion with regulations developed by 
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the 
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and recommended that the 
jurisdictional boundaries between OSHA and the Coast Guard in safety of 
personnel be clarified. The Coast Guard partly agrees, but believes 
that requiring a shipyard worker to be certified by OSHA as a 
``competent person'' to supervise gas-freeing and tank-cleaning will 
cause no confusion. To eliminate any lingering confusion the Coast 
Guard has eliminated ``competent person'' from the title of the 
endorsement and renamed the restricted endorsement ``Tankerman-PIC 
(Barge)'' restricted to a tank-cleaning and gas-freeing facility. The 
Coast Guard doubts whether this rulemaking provides the appropriate 
forum for addressing jurisdictional boundaries between agencies.
    Another comment suggested that a new subpart describe requirements 
for restricted ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsements. The Coast Guard 
does not agree that such a separate subpart is needed. It considers the 
use of restricted endorsements adequately addressed in Sec. 13.111 and 
has combined all the restricted endorsements into this section.

7. ``Tankerman Assistant'' Endorsement (46 CFR Part 13, Subpart D)

    One comment asserted that an applicant for an original ``Tankerman 
Assistant'' endorsement should be able to read and write English. Since 
the ``Tankerman Assistant'' is not in charge of the transfer and does 
not have to sign the Declaration of Inspection, the Coast Guard 
considers reading and writing non-essential to a safe transfer. It 
considers the requirement that an applicant be capable of clearly 
understanding and speaking all necessary instructions in English 
adequate for qualification and, therefore, it has not revised 
Sec. 13.401(f).
    One comment found the requirement of recency in training 
restrictive in that an applicant might have completed qualifying 
courses before the cutoffs imposed in these regulations and so might 
have to repeat the courses to satisfy the training. The Coast Guard 
partly agrees. If training facilities request, the Coast Guard will 
evaluate bona fide training courses in existence before the effective 
date of these regulations and may let the student's completion satisfy 
the training.

8. ``Tankerman-Engineer'' Endorsement (46 CFR Part 13, Subpart E)

    One comment recommended that an applicant for a ``Tankerman-
Engineer'' endorsement be capable of reading and writing English. Since 
the ``Tankerman-Engineer'' is not in charge of the transfer and does 
not have to sign the Declaration of Inspection, the Coast Guard 
considers reading and writing non-essential to a safe transfer. It 
considers the requirement that an applicant be capable of clearly 
understanding and speaking all necessary instructions in English 
adequate for qualification and, therefore, it has not revised 
Sec. 13.501(g).
    One comment noted the use of the term ``cargo engineer'' for both 
dangerous liquid and liquefied gas in Sec. 13.503. The Coast Guard has 
included the definition of this term in Sec. 13.103 to cover both 
dangerous-liquid and liquefied-gas tankships.

9. Manning-Requirements (46 CFR Part 15)

    One comment stated that manning should depend on a vessel's 
deadweight tonnage, which relates directly to cargo capacity, rather 
than on gross tonnage. Because the statutes concerned with manning, and 
regulations like this derived from them, base manning on gross tonnage, 
the Coast Guard believes that it would be inappropriate to use another 
criterion here. Therefore, it has retained the criterion of gross 
tonnage in Sec. 15.860.
    One comment urged that ships in service on the Great Lakes be 
explicitly included in the provision relating to ships not certified 
for voyages beyond the Boundary Lines. The Coast Guard agrees and has 
revised Sec. 15.860(d).
    This comment also suggested that a table of manning-requirements 
would be useful and should be included in the final rule. The Coast 
Guard agrees and has prepared two tables. Table 15.860(a)(1) lists the 
minimal requirements for tankermen aboard manned tank vessels; Table 
15.860(a)(2) lists the tankerman endorsements required for personnel 
aboard tankships.
    One comment recommended a change to take into account that not 
every [[Page 17138]] tankship need carry a cargo engineer. The Coast 
Guard agrees and has revised Sec. 15.860(f)(2) to address this 
possibility.
    One comment urged the Coast Guard to clarify that the PIC retains 
authority over those crewmembers assigned duties and responsibilities 
during a transfer though not directly supervised by the PIC. The Coast 
Guard agrees that greater clarity to this effect is both possible and 
desirable, and has revised Sec. 15.860(f)(4).

10. Operations of Tank Vessels (46 CFR Part 35)

    One comment suggested that the ``owner and managing operator'' not 
be assigned responsibility for certain matters relating to an unmanned 
tank barge, since only the master or PIC of a towing vessel can oversee 
these matters. While the Coast Guard recognizes that, in practice, the 
master, operator, or PIC must see to the matters associated with the 
responsibility, the owner should share responsibility for these 
matters. This will encourage shoreside management to maintain some 
superintendence of and involvement in the operation of these tank 
barges. The Coast Guard has left Sec. 35.05-15(b)(1) substantially as 
it was.
    One comment recommended distinguishing leakage of cargo into the 
water from leakage of water into tanks, and requiring checks for both. 
The Coast Guard considers this a good idea and has revised Secs. 35.05-
15(b)(1) (i) and (iii).
    One comment argued that addressing persons on duty only for any 
documented tankship was too permissive; it urged addressing them also 
for any tankship ``required to be documented''. The Coast Guard agrees 
and has made this change to Sec. 35.35-1(a).
    The same comment argued that addressing persons on duty only for 
any inspected tank barge was too permissive; it urged addressing them 
also for any tank barge ``required to be inspected''. The Coast Guard 
agrees and has made this change to Sec. 35.35-1(b).
    One comment recommended that the Declaration of Inspection Before 
Transfer of Bulk Liquid Cargo contain a space for the PIC to identify 
the product or products for transfer, by classification and kind. The 
Coast Guard agrees and has added such a space to the form specified by 
Sec. 35.35-30.
    A rule instated since the SNPRM has established a requirement of 
familiarity with the vessel response plan. This interim rule adds an 
appropriate space to the form specified by Sec. 35.35-30.

11. Cargoes at Elevated Temperatures (46 CFR Part 36)

    One comment recommended that certain sections of part 36 be deleted 
as obsolete or as superseded by this interim rule. Because the SNPRM 
did not address this issue, the Coast Guard does not consider this rule 
the appropriate place to revise part 36.

12. Cargo Vessels and Miscellaneous Vessels (46 CFR Part 98)

    One comment suggested requiring that the person designated as PIC, 
for the transfer of liquid cargo in bulk to or from a portable tank on 
a vessel subject to part 98, hold a license authorizing service as a 
master, mate, pilot, operator, or engineer aboard that vessel ``when 
liquid cargo in bulk of grade D or E is carried in limited amounts.'' 
The Coast Guard agrees and has added this phrase to Sec. 98.30-
17(b)(3)(i).

13. Commercial Fishing Vessels Dispensing Petroleum Products (46 CFR 
Part 105)

    One comment urged that the authority of the Coast Guard over 
fishing vessels under this part needs to be clearly stated by reference 
to 46 U.S.C. 4502 (the Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel Safety Act of 
1988) in the citation of authority for the part. The Coast Guard agrees 
and has amended the citation of authority for that part to include the 
appropriate statutory citation. Although the Coast Guard will no longer 
regulate certain fishing vessels as tank vessels, it will still 
regulate them as fishing vessels.

14. Barges Carrying Cargoes of Liquid Hazardous Materials in Bulk (46 
CFR Part 151)

    Again, one comment recommended distinguishing leakage of cargo into 
the water from leakage of water into tanks, and requiring checks for 
both. The Coast Guard considers this a good idea and has revised 
Secs. 151.45-2(f)(1) (i) and (iii).

15. Ships Carrying Hazardous Materials of Liquid, Liquefied Gas, or 
Compressed Gas in Bulk (46 CFR Part 153); and Safety Standards for 
Self-Propelled Vessels Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk (46 CFR Part 
154)

    One comment asked whether the Coast Guard meant that an operator 
should communicate with the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection 
(OCMI), before each transfer to inform the OCMI that the PIC is 
competent. The Coast Guard neither means nor believes that an operator 
should so communicate. It has clarified the rule in Secs. 153.957(b) 
and 154.1831(b) to indicate that the documentary evidence, to the 
effect that the person designated as PIC is fully trained and is 
competent to perform his or her duties, need be provided only when 
requested by the OCMI.
    One comment recommended clarification of Sec. 154.1831 to better 
describe the qualifications of PICs on tank vessels in LG service. The 
Coast Guard agrees and has modified this section to clarify the 
qualifications required to conduct transfers of, and preparation of 
tanks for, cargoes of LG.

16. Work Hours

    The Coast Guard understands that the Oil Pollution Act (OPA) of 
1990, section 4114, amends 46 U.S.C. 8104 as it limits hours of work 
for licensed persons or seamen on a tanker and limits hours of work for 
tankermen aboard tankers. No tankerman may perform work for more than 
15 hours in any 24-hour period, or more than 36 hours in any 72-hour 
period, except in an emergency or a drill. The term ``work'' includes 
all administrative duties associated with the vessel whether performed 
aboard the vessel or ashore.
    The Coast Guard is deliberating new work-hour limits due to OPA for 
foreign-flag vessels. These limits, under 46 U.S.C. Chapter 37, would 
apply to all personnel involved in transfers whatever flags the vessels 
fly. These limits would apply to any person serving as a tankerman 
during the transfer of oil and of certain hazardous liquid cargoes in 
bulk, when the transfer takes place in a port or other place subject to 
the jurisdiction of the United States. Among the issues to weigh are 
the definition of the class of personnel and the kind of transfer to 
cover; the practical difficulties of ensuring compliance with such 
limits in respect of a crewmember on a foreign vessel; and the cost of 
effectively extending the limits to vessels other than tankers. The 
Coast Guard invites comments on these issues and any others that bear 
on including such limits in the final rule that will follow from this 
interim rule.

17. Requirements for Training Courses

    The outlines of curricula as printed in the SNPRM produced positive 
comments and therefore move into this interim rule. The format has 
changed to allow for easier reading and to reduce the length of this 
rule.
    One comment recommended that awareness of safe entry into confined 
spaces be included in the curricula as acknowledgment of the hazards 
associated with the products being either carried in cargo tanks or 
transferred. The Coast Guard agrees with this recommendation and has 
[[Page 17139]] included the subject in each course on cargo of DL or 
LG.

18. Training Courses, Approval

    An organization seeking approval by the Coast Guard of a course 
required for a tankerman endorsement will have to apply in accordance 
with 46 CFR 10.302 and meet the general requirement of 46 CFR 10.303. 
The Coast Guard expects that the instructor of each course, except the 
firefighting course, will hold as a minimum an MMD with a tankerman 
endorsement appropriate for the course, or will establish equivalent 
qualifications to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard. The firefighting 
course for tank barges must include actual practice in extinguishing 
fires; all other courses may include field training or simulation 
instead. Satisfactory completion of an approved course will be 
evidenced by a certificate, issued by the organization and signed by 
the head of the organization or a designated representative.
    The Coast Guard will evaluate courses including simulated transfer 
of cargo to determine the credit allowed towards meeting the proposed 
service requirements, and the certificates will reflect the credit 
granted. The Coast Guard maintains a list of organizations conducting 
approved courses. This information is available upon request by writing 
to Commandant (G-MVP), U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001; or by calling (202) 267-0214.
    The Coast Guard has expanded the curricula for courses on cargoes 
of DL and LG enough to cover vapor-control systems and to satisfy the 
training requirements listed in 33 CFR 154.840. The course-outlines 
reflect current efforts of the Coast Guard and marine industry on 
training in vapor-control systems and on requirements for vessel 
response plans, as mandated by subsection 311(j) of the Federal Water 
Pollution Control Act (FWPCA) as amended by OPA 90.
    The Coast Guard has eliminated the familiarization courses and is 
requiring only four liquid-cargo courses and the firefighting course 
for tank barges. It will evaluate for approval courses submitted for 
transfer credit and refresher training.
    The Coast Guard invites comments on the subjects of courses; the 
appropriate minimal amounts of instruction; and the advisability of 
substituting field training or simulations for actual practice.
    Tankship: Dangerous Liquids. This course consists of a training 
program appropriate to the duties of the Tankerman-PIC responsible for 
loading and discharging and for care in transit of or handling cargo on 
oil and chemical tankers; the course covers safety of oil and chemical 
tankers, fire-safety measures and systems, pollution prevention and 
control, operational practice, and regulations. It is designed to take 
full account of STCW regulations V/1 and V/2. Successful completion of 
it will satisfy the training requirements of Secs. 13.209, 13.309, 
13.409, and 13.509 for dangerous liquids. To adequately cover the 
required material, the Coast Guard reckons, the course must last 40 
hours.
    Tankship: Liquefied Gases. This course consists of a training 
program appropriate to the duties of the Tankerman-PIC responsible for 
loading and discharging and for care in transit of or handling cargo on 
liquefied-gas tankers; the course covers safety of liquefied-gas 
tankers, fire-safety measures and systems, pollution prevention and 
control, operational practice, and regulations. It is designed to take 
full account of STCW regulation V/3. Successful completion of it will 
satisfy the training requirements of Secs. 13.209, 13.309, 13.409, and 
13.509 for liquefied gases. To adequately cover the required material, 
the Coast Guard reckons, the course must last 40 hours.
    Tank barge: Dangerous Liquids. This course consists of a training 
program appropriate to the duties of the Tankerman-PIC (Barge) 
responsible for loading and discharging and for care in transit of or 
handling cargo on oil and chemical tank barges; the course covers 
safety of oil and chemical tank barges, fire-safety measures and 
systems, pollution prevention and control, operational practice, and 
regulations. Successful completion of it will meet the training 
requirements of Sec. 13.309 for dangerous liquids. To adequately cover 
the required material, the Coast Guard reckons, the course must last 40 
hours.
    Tank barge: Liquefied gases. This course consists of a training 
program appropriate to the duties of the Tankerman-PIC (Barge) 
responsible for loading and discharging and for care in transit of or 
handling cargo on liquefied-gas tank barges; the course covers safety 
of liquefied-gas tank barges, fire-safety measures and systems, 
pollution prevention and control, operational practice, and 
regulations. Successful completion of it will meet the training 
requirements of Sec. 13.309 for liquefied gases. To adequately cover 
the required material, the Coast Guard reckons, the course must last 40 
hours.
    Firefighting. The course in tank-barge firefighting consists of a 
training program appropriate to the duties of the Tankerman-PIC (Barge) 
responsible for fire-safety training. The methods must include hands-on 
practice in extinguishing fires with portable fire extinguishers. 
Successful completion of it will meet the requirements of Sec. 13.307 
for fire-safety training. To adequately cover the required material, 
the Coast Guard reckons, the course must last 16 hours. Successful 
completion of a course approved by the Commandant and meeting the basic 
firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution A.437 (XI), ``Training of 
Crews in Fire Fighting'', will satisfy the requirements for 
Secs. 13.207, 13.407, and 13.507, as well as for Sec. 13.307.

19. Other Comments

    Several comments suggested changes of an editorial nature. Because 
these are not of a substantive nature, the Coast Guard has not 
discussed them in this preamble; but it has incorporated them 
throughout this interim rule.

Regulatory Evaluation

    This interim rule is not a significant regulatory action under 
section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866 and does not require an 
assessment of potential costs and benefits under section 6(a)(3) of 
that Order. It has not been reviewed by the Office of Management and 
Budget (OMB) under that Order. It is not significant under the 
Regulatory Policies and Procedures of the Department of Transportation 
(44 FR 11040 (February 26, 1979)). In early 1980, the Coast Guard 
performed a Regulatory Evaluation (with an Environmental Impact 
Statement) on the proposed rule concerning qualifications of persons in 
charge of transfers of oil and hazardous material and concerning 
tankerman requirements and placed it in the rulemaking docket, where a 
full Regulatory Evaluation later joined it. They may be inspected or 
copied at the office of the Marine Safety Council (G-LRA) (CGD 79-116), 
Room 3406, U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., weekdays except Federal 
holidays.
    Although the Regulatory Evaluation was begun over 15 years ago, and 
was finished in August 1989, the conclusions (given some updating of 
the discount rates) remain valid. The costs associated with this rule 
arise primarily from the training of tankermen. This rule requires 
people serving as tankermen to obtain from the Coast Guard U.S. 
Merchant Mariners' Documents endorsed as ``Tankerman-PIC'', 
``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'', restricted ``Tankerman-PIC'', restricted 
``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'', ``Tankerman-Assistant'', or ``Tankerman-
Engineer''. People serving as tankerman will have [[Page 17140]] to 
meet standards for amounts of experience, for completion of training 
courses, and for physical fitness.
    Almost all of the costs resulting from this rule would arise from 
the training of tankermen in firefighting and in transfers of liquid 
cargoes. Firefighting training became a requirement for a license from 
the Coast Guard in December 1988. For 92% of the licensed personnel 
affected by this rule, the cost of this training is a cost of holding a 
license, not of becoming a qualified tankerman. This training will 
mainly increase the cost for unlicensed personnel applying for 
tankerman endorsements. These personnel applying for these endorsements 
will have to complete a liquid-cargo course. An applicant restricted to 
specific cargoes or groups of cargoes, specific vessels, specific 
facilities, specific employers, or the like need only take the 
firefighting course. Expenses to complete the firefighting and liquid-
cargo courses will vary, depending on their sources; in-house courses 
should cost less than courses offered by independent schools. Unless 
their employers offer the courses, tankermen likely will bear the 
expense for the training, and complete it on their own time. Tuition 
might cost $100.00 a day, with courses lasting up to five days. 
Miscellaneous expenses for travel, meals, and lodging will sometimes 
accrue, too, at $20.00 to $100.00 a day. Since the endorsement is valid 
for five years, the expense should spread over five years as well. If 
the average for tankerman is five days of training, the expense will be 
about $800.00 for the first five years, or about $160.00 a year. For 
subsequent five-year intervals the applicant need only show two 
transfers, not attend any other courses. So, for a tankerman serving 30 
years, the expense will come to about $27.00 a year. Training 10,000 
people at $27.00 a year costs $270,000.00 a year. Since about 800 new 
tankermen enter the calling each year (at $800.00 a head), $640,000.00 
must also be added each year to arrive at the total expense for the 
industry--$910,000.00 a year. The public has recognized that there is a 
tremendous need for improving the qualification and training of 
personnel in transfer and in pollution prevention, to prevent accidents 
and pollution. This rule will go toward reducing the risks of accidents 
and pollution affecting the United States. Statistical research has 
shown that American society is willing to pay $2.6 million to save just 
one life. Hence, even if this rule saves only one life each year, the 
benefit outweighs the expense by about $1.7 million a year.
    This rule will not increase manning, but will require personnel 
already in the calling to receive training and documentation related to 
their service. Most tank-vessel companies already require high 
standards of experience and training for people serving as tankermen. 
Since this rule does not require any large expenditures by the maritime 
industry, consumers, or Federal, State, or local governments, the Coast 
Guard does not expect it to have significant economic impact.

Small Entities

    The Coast Guard certifies that this interim rule will not have a 
significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. 
This rule applies to U.S. Merchant Mariners' Documents endorsed as 
``Tankerman'' issued to individuals only. The effect on training 
schools would be to formalize the requirements to attend such industry-
specific training; now, such training is optional for individuals 
serving as tankermen at the discretion of the owner or operator. 
Therefore, the Coast Guard certifies under subsection 605(b) of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) that this rule will 
not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small 
entities.

Collection of Information

    Under the Paperwork Reduction Act [44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.], OMB 
reviews each proposed rule that contains a collection-of-information 
requirement to determine whether the practical value of the information 
is worth the burden imposed by its collection. Collection-of-
information requirements include reporting, recordkeeping, 
notification, and other, similar requirements.
    This interim rule contains collection-of-information requirements 
in the following sections: 13.107, 13.109, 13.111, 13.113, 13.115, 
13.117, 13.123, 13.201, 13.301, 13.401, 13.501. The following 
particulars apply:
    DOT No.: 2115.
    OMB Control No.: 2115-0514 and 2115-0111.
    Administration: U.S. Coast Guard.
    Title: Qualifications for Tankermen, and for Persons in Charge of 
Transfers of Dangerous Liquids and Liquefied Gases.
    Need for Information: The Port and Tanker Safety Act (PTSA) 
[codified as 46 U.S.C., Chapter 37] required the Secretary of 
Transportation to prescribe regulations on, among other things, 
personnel qualifications and manning standards for tank vessels of the 
United States.
    Proposed use of Information: This information is used by the Coast 
Guard licensing officer at an REC. It is used to determine the 
applicant's qualification to receive or continue to hold a tankerman's 
endorsement to an MMD.
    Frequency of Response: Every five years.
    Burden Estimate: The Coast Guard estimates the total annual burden 
on merchant mariners will be 8,900 hours.
    Respondents: The regulatory impact will bear upon about 10,700 
respondents.
    Form(s): Application for Original, Supplemental, or Duplicate 
Merchant Mariner's Document, CG-719B.
    Average Burden-Hours for Each Respondent: The average burden hours 
for each respondent is 0.83 hours (50 minutes).
    The Coast Guard has submitted the requirements to OMB for review 
under subsection 3504(h) of the Paperwork Reduction Act. Persons 
submitting comments on the requirements should submit their comments 
both to OMB and to the Coast Guard where indicated under ADDRESSES.

Federalism

    The Coast Guard has analyzed this interim rule in accordance with 
the principles and criteria contained in Executive Order 12612. It has 
determined that this rule does not have sufficient implications for 
federalism to warrant the preparation of a Federalism Assessment.

Environment

    The overall effect of this interim rule will be to reduce the 
amount of oil entering the navigable waters of the United States. The 
adverse environmental effect of this rule will be nil. As far as the 
Coast Guard can determine, this rule neither accomplishes short-term 
environmental gains at the cost of long-term losses or the converse, 
nor forecloses any future options, nor entails any significant 
irreversible or irretrievable commitments of resources.
    What little environmental impact this rule entails is positive. An 
Environmental Assessment and a draft Finding of No Significant Impact 
are available in the docket for inspection or copying where indicated 
under ADDRESSES.

List of Subjects

33 CFR Part 154

    Environmental protection, Oil pollution, Facilities, Water 
pollution control, Vapor control. [[Page 17141]] 

33 CFR Part 155

    Environmental protection, Oil pollution, Vessels, Water pollution 
control.

46 CFR Part 7

    Boundary lines.

46 CFR Part 12

    Seamen.

46 CFR Part 13

    Seamen, Tank vessels, Barges.

46 CFR Part 15

    Seamen, Vessels.

46 CFR Part 30

    Administrative practice and procedure, Foreign relations, Hazardous 
materials transportation, Penalties, Tank vessels, Barges.

46 CFR Part 31

    Marine safety, Tank vessels, Barges, Law enforcement, Flammable 
materials.

46 CFR Part 35

    Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting requirements, Tank 
vessels, Barges, Seamen.

46 CFR Part 78

    Passenger vessels, Marine safety, Foreign trade, Treaties.

46 CFR Part 90

    Cargo vessels, Marine safety, Administrative practice and 
procedure, Authority delegation.

46 CFR Part 97

    Cargo vessels, Marine safety, Reporting requirements.

46 CFR Part 98

    Cargo vessels, Hazardous materials transportation, Marine safety.

46 CFR Part 105

    Cargo vessels, Fishing vessels, Hazardous materials transportation, 
Marine safety, Petroleum.

46 CFR Part 151

    Hazardous materials transportation, Marine safety, Flammable 
material, Tank vessels, Barges.

46 CFR Part 153

    Hazardous materials transportation, Marine safety, Tank vessels, 
Barges.

46 CFR Part 154

    Hazardous materials transportation, Marine safety, Tank vessels.

    For the reasons set out in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 33 
CFR parts 154 and 155, and 46 CFR parts 7, 12, 13, 15, 30, 31, 35, 78, 
90, 97, 98, 105, 151, 153, and 154, as set forth below:

Title 33--Navigation and Navigable Waters

SUBCHAPTER O--POLLUTION

PART 154--FACILITIES TRANSFERRING OIL OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IN BULK

    1. The authority citation for part 154 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1231, 1321(j)(1)(C), (j)(5), (j)(6), and 
(m)(2); Sec. 2, E.O. 12777, 56 FR 54757; 49 CFR 1.46. Subpart F is 
also issued under 33 U.S.C. 2735.

    2. Section 154.105 is amended by adding definitions as follows:


Sec. 154.105  Definitions.

    Boundary Line means the lines described in 46 CFR Part 7.
* * * * *
    STCW means the International Convention on Standards of Training, 
Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978.
* * * * *
    Tankship means any tank vessel constructed or adapted primarily to 
carry oil or hazardous material in bulk as cargo or as cargo residue 
and propelled by power or sail.
* * * * *

PART 155--PREVENTION OF POLLUTION BY OIL OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL FROM 
VESSELS

    3. The authority citation for Part 155 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1231, 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 3715; Sec. 2, E.O. 
12777, 56 FR 54757; 49 CFR 1.46. Sections 155.100 through 155.130, 
155.350 through 155.400, 155.430, 155.440, 155.470, and 155.1010 
through 155.1070, are also issued under 33 U.S.C. 1903(b); and 
sections 155.1110 and 155.1150 are also issued under 33 U.S.C. 2735.
    4. Section 155.700 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 155.700  Designation of person in charge.

    The operator or agent of each vessel with a capacity for 250 or 
more barrels of fuel oil, cargo oil, or hazardous material shall 
designate, either by name or by position in the crew, the person in 
charge (PIC) or PICs of each transfer to or from the vessel and of each 
tank-cleaning.
    5. Section 155.710 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 155.710  Qualifications of person in charge.

    (a) On each tankship required to be documented under the laws of 
the United States, the operator or agent of the vessel, or the person 
who arranges and hires a person to be in charge either of a transfer of 
liquid cargo in bulk or of cargo-tank cleaning, shall verify to his or 
her satisfaction that each person designated as a PIC--
    (1) Of a transfer of liquid cargo in bulk--
    (i) Has sufficient training and experience with the relevant 
characteristics of the vessel on which he or she is engaged, including 
the cargo for transfer, the cargo-containment system, the cargo system 
(including transfer procedures, and shipboard-emergency equipment and 
procedures), the control and monitoring systems, the procedures for 
reporting pollution incidents, and, if installed, the systems for 
crude-oil washing, inert gas, and vapor control, to safely conduct a 
transfer;
    (ii) Holds a license issued under 46 CFR part 10 authorizing 
service aboard a vessel certified for voyages beyond the Boundary Line, 
as described by 46 CFR part 7, except on tankships not certified for 
voyages beyond the Boundary Line; and
    (iii) Holds a ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement issued under 46 CFR 
part 13 that authorizes the holder to supervise the transfer of the 
particular cargo involved; and
    (2) Of cargo-tank cleaning meets paragraph (a)(1) of this section, 
except-
    (i) A Coast Guard license is not required; and
    (ii) If the tankship is at a tank-cleaning facility or shipyard, he 
or she may hold a marine chemist's certificate issued by the National 
Fire Protection Association, in lieu of a ``Tankerman-PIC'' 
endorsement.
    (b) On each tank barge required to be inspected under 46 U.S.C. 
3703, the operator or agent of the vessel, or the person who arranges 
and hires a person to be in charge of a transfer of liquid cargo in 
bulk, shall verify to his or her satisfaction that each PIC--
    (1) Of a transfer of liquid cargo in bulk--
    (i) Has sufficient training and experience with the relevant 
characteristics of the vessel on which he or she is engaged, including 
the cargo for transfer, the cargo-containment system, the cargo system 
(including transfer procedures, and shipboard-emergency equipment and 
procedures), the control and monitoring systems, the procedures for 
reporting pollution incidents, and, if installed, the systems for 
crude-oil washing, inert gas, and vapor control, to safely conduct a 
transfer; and
    (ii) Holds a ``Tankerman-PIC'' or ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement [[Page 17142]] issued under 46 CFR part 13 that authorizes 
the holder to supervise the transfer of the particular cargo involved; 
and
    (2) Of cargo-tank cleaning meets paragraph (b)(1) of this section, 
except that, if the tank barge is at a tank-cleaning facility or 
shipyard, he or she may hold a marine chemist's certificate issued by 
the National Fire Protection Association, in lieu of a ``Tankerman-
PIC'' or ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement.
    (c) On each foreign tankship, the operator or agent of the vessel 
shall verify to his or her satisfaction that each PIC either of a 
transfer of liquid cargo in bulk or of cargo-tank cleaning--
    (1) Has sufficient training and experience with the relevant 
characteristics of the vessel on which he or she is engaged, including 
the cargo for transfer, the cargo-containment system, the cargo system 
(including transfer procedures, and shipboard-emergency equipment and 
procedures), the control and monitoring systems, the procedures for 
reporting pollution incidents, and, if installed, the systems for 
crude-oil washing, inert gas, and vapor control, to safely conduct 
either a transfer of liquid cargo in bulk or cargo-tank cleaning;
    (2) Holds a license or other document issued by the flag state or 
its authorized agent authorizing service as master, mate, pilot, 
engineer, or operator on that vessel;
    (3) Holds a Dangerous-Cargo Endorsement or Certificate issued by a 
flag state party to STCW, or other form of evidence acceptable to the 
Coast Guard, attesting the PIC's meeting the requirements of Chapter V 
of STCW as a PIC either of the transfer of oil, chemical, or liquefied 
gas or of cargo-tank cleaning, as appropriate to the cargo;
    (4) Is capable of reading, speaking, and understanding in English, 
or a language mutually-agreed-upon with the shoreside PIC of the 
transfer, all instructions needed to commence, conduct, and complete a 
transfer of cargo, except that the use of an interpreter meets this 
requirement if the interpreter--
    (i) Fluently speaks the language spoken by each PIC;
    (ii) Is immediately available to the PIC on the tankship at all 
times during the transfer; and
    (iii) Is knowledgeable about, and conversant with terminology of, 
ships and transfers; and
    (5) Is capable of effectively communicating with all crew-members 
involved in the transfer, with or without an interpreter.
    (d) On each foreign tank barge, the operator or agent of the vessel 
shall verify to his or her satisfaction that each PIC either of the 
transfer of liquid cargo in bulk or of cargo-tank cleaning--
    (1) Has sufficient training and experience with the relevant 
characteristics of the vessel on which engaged, including the cargo for 
transfer, the cargo-containment system, the cargo system (including 
transfer procedures, and shipboard-emergency equipment and procedures), 
the control and monitoring systems, the procedures for reporting 
pollution incidents, and, if installed, the systems for crude-oil 
washing, inert gas, and vapor control, to safely conduct a transfer;
    (2) Holds a Dangerous-Cargo Endorsement or Certificate issued by a 
flag state party to STCW, or other form of evidence acceptable to the 
Coast Guard, attesting the PIC's meeting the requirements of Chapter V 
of STCW as a PIC either of the transfer of oil, chemical, or liquefied 
gas or of cargo-tank cleaning, as appropriate to the cargo;
    (3) Is capable of reading, speaking, and understanding, in English 
or a mutually-agreed-upon language with the PIC of the transfer, all 
instructions needed to commence, conduct, and complete a transfer of 
cargo, except that the use of an interpreter meets this requirement if 
the interpreter--
    (i) Fluently speaks the language spoken by each PIC;
    (ii) Is immediately available to the PIC on the tank barge at all 
times during the cargo transfer; and
    (iii) Is knowledgeable about, and conversant with terminology of, 
ships and transfers; and
    (4) Is capable of effectively communicating with all crew-members 
involved in the transfer, with or without an interpreter.
    (e) The operator or agent of each vessel to which this section 
applies shall verify to his or her satisfaction that the PIC of the 
transfer of fuel oil--
    (1) On each vessel required by 46 CFR chapter I to have a licensed 
person aboard, holds a valid license issued under 46 CFR part 10 
authorizing service as a master, mate, pilot, engineer, or operator 
aboard that vessel.
    (2) On each uninspected vessel of 100 or more gross tons, has been 
instructed by the operator or agent of the vessel both in his or her 
duties and in the Federal statutes and regulations on water pollution 
that apply to the vessel.
    (3) On each tank barge, for the vessel's own engine-driven pumps 
has been instructed both in his or her duties and in the Federal 
statutes and regulations on water pollution.
    (4) On each foreign vessel, holds a license or certificate issued 
by a flag state party to STCW, or other form of evidence acceptable to 
the Coast Guard, attesting the qualifications of the PIC to act as 
master, mate, pilot, operator, engineer, or tankerman aboard that 
vessel.
    (f) The operator or agent of each vessel carrying oil or hazardous 
material in bulk other than a tank vessel shall verify to his or her 
satisfaction that the PIC either of the transfer of oil or hazardous 
material in bulk to or from a vessel or of cargo-tank cleaning--
    (1) For cargo of grade D or E, holds a valid license or certificate 
authorizing service as a master, mate, pilot, engineer, or operator 
aboard that vessel; and
    (2) For either cargo of grade C or above, regulated under 46 CFR 
part 153, or liquefied gas, holds a valid license or certificate 
authorizing service as a master, mate, pilot, engineer, or operator 
aboard that vessel and a ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement, or other 
documents acceptable to the Coast Guard attesting the holder's 
qualifications to act as the PIC for the cargo carried.
    (g) The PIC of cargo-tank cleaning on a vessel at a tank-cleaning 
facility or shipyard need not hold any of the documents required in 
paragraphs (a) through (f) of this section, if he or she holds a marine 
chemist's certificate issued by the National Fire Protection 
Association.

Title 46--Shipping

PART 12--CERTIFICATION OF SEAMEN

    8. The authority citation for part 12 is revised to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 31 U.S.C. 9701; 46 U.S.C. 2103, 2110, 7301, 7701; 49 
CFR 1.46.


Sec. 12.01-5  [Amended]

    9. Paragraph (d) of Sec. 12.01-5 is removed.


Secs. 12.20-1, 12.20-3, and 12.20-5 (Subpart 12.20)  [Removed]

    10. Subpart 12.20, consisting of Secs. 12.20-1, 12.20-3, and 12.20-
5, is removed.
    11. Part 13 is added to read as follows:

PART 13--CERTIFICATION OF TANKERMEN

Subpart A--General

Sec.
13.101 Purpose.
13.103 Definitions.
13.105 Paperwork approval.
13.107 Tankerman endorsement: General.
13.109 Tankerman endorsement: Authorized cargoes. [[Page 17143]] 
13.111 Restricted endorsement.
13.113 Tankerman certified under prior regulations.
13.115 Licensed engineer: Endorsement as Tankerman-Engineer based on 
service on tankships before March 31, 1996.
13.117 Any person: Endorsement as Tankerman-Assistant based on 
unlicensed deck service before March 31, 1996.
13.119 Expiration of endorsement.
13.120 Renewal of endorsement.
13.121 Courses for training tankerman.
13.123 Recency of service or experience for original tankerman 
endorsement.
13.125 Physical requirements.
13.127 Service requirements: General.
13.129 Quick-reference table for tankerman.

Subpart B--Requirements for ``Tankerman-PIC'' Endorsement

13.201 Original application for ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement.
13.203 Eligibility requirements: Experience.
13.305 Proof of service for ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement.
13.207 Eligibility requirements: Firefighting course.
13.209 Eligibility requirements: Cargo course.
Supart C--Requirements for ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' Endorsement
13.301 Original application for ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement.
13.303 Eligibility requirements: Experience.
13.305 Proof of service for ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement.
13.307 Eligibility requirements: Firefighting course.
13.309 Eligibility requirements: Cargo course.
Subpart D--Requirements for ``Tankerman-Assistant'' Endorsement
13.401 Original application for ``Tankerman-Assistant'' endorsement.
13.403 Eligibility requirements: Experience.
13.405 Proof of service for ``Tankerman-Assistant'' endorsement.
13.407 Eligibility requirements: Firefighting course.
13.409 Eligibility requirements: Cargo course.
Subpart E--Requirements for ``Tankerman-Engineer'' Endorsement
13.501 Original application for ``Tankerman-Engineer'' endorsement.
13.503 Eligibility requirements: Experience.
13.505 Proof of service for ``Tankerman-Engineer'' endorsement.
13.507 Eligibility requirements: Firefighting course.
13.509 Eligibility requirements: Cargo course.

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3703, 7317, 8105, 8703, 9102; 49 CFR 1.46.

Subpart A--General


Sec. 13.101  Purpose.

    This part describes the various tankerman endorsements issued by 
the Coast Guard and prescribes the requirements for obtaining an 
endorsement as a ``Tankerman-PIC,'' ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge),'' 
``Tankerman-Assistant,'' or ``Tankerman-Engineer'' to a merchant 
mariner's document.


Sec. 13.103  Definitions.

    As used in this part:
    Cargo Engineer means a licensed person on a dangerous-liquid 
tankship or a liquefied-gas tankship whose primary responsibility is 
maintaining the cargo system and cargo-handling equipment.
    Competent person means a person designated as such in accordance 
with 29 CFR 1915.7.
    Dangerous liquid means a liquid listed in 46 CFR 153.40 that is not 
a liquefied gas as defined in this part. Liquid cargoes in bulk listed 
in 46 CFR Part 153, Table 2, are not dangerous-liquid cargoes when 
carried by non-oceangoing barges.
    DL means dangerous liquid.
    IMO means the International Maritime Organization.
    Liquefied gas means a cargo that has a vapor pressure of 172 kPa 
(25 psia) or more at 37.8 C (100 F).
    LG means liquefied gas.
    Liquid cargo in bulk means a liquid or liquefied gas listed in 46 
CFR 153.40 and carried as a liquid cargo or liquid-cargo residue in 
integral, fixed, or portable tanks.
    Marine chemist means a person certificated by the National Fire 
Protection Association.
    MMD means a merchant mariner's document issued by the Coast Guard.
    Participation, when used with regard to the service on transfers 
required for tankerman by Sec. 13.120, 13.203, or 13.303, means either 
actual participation in the transfers or close observation of how the 
transfers are conducted and supervised.
    PIC means a person in charge.
    Restricted Tankerman endorsement means a valid tankerman 
endorsement to an MMD restricted to specific cargoes or groups of 
cargoes, specific vessels, specific facilities, specific employers, or 
the like.
    Simulated transfer means a transfer practiced in a course meeting 
the requirements of Sec. 13.121 that uses simulation supplying part of 
the service on transfers required for tankerman by Sec. 13.203 or 
13.303.
    Tank barge means a non-self-propelled tank vessel.
    Tank vessel means a vessel constructed or adapted to carry, or a 
vessel that carries, oil or hazardous material in bulk as cargo or 
cargo residue.
    Tankerman-Assistant means a person holding a valid ``Tankerman-
Assistant'' endorsement to his or her MMD.
    Tankerman-Engineer means a person holding a valid ``Tankerman-
Engineer'' endorsement to his or her MMD.
    Tankerman-PIC means a person holding a valid ``Tankerman-PIC'' 
endorsement to his or her MMD.
    Tankerman-PIC (Barge) means a person holding a valid ``Tankerman-
PIC (Barge)'' endorsement to his or her MMD.
    Tankship means any tank vessel constructed or adapted primarily to 
carry oil or hazardous material in bulk as cargo or as cargo residue 
and propelled by power or sail.
    Transfer means any movement of dangerous liquid or liquefied gas as 
cargo in bulk or as cargo residue to, from, or within a vessel by means 
of pumping, gravitation, or displacement. Section 13.127 describes what 
qualifies as participation in a creditable transfer.


Sec. 13.105  Paperwork approval.

    (a) This section lists the control numbers assigned by the Office 
of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 
1980 [Pub. L. 96-511] for the reporting and recordkeeping requirements 
in this part.
    (b) OMB has assigned the following control numbers to the sections 
indicated:
    (1) OMB 2115-0514--46 CFR 13.113, 13.115, 13.117, 13.201, 13.203, 
13.205, 13.301, 13.303, 13.305, 13.401, 13.403, 13.405, 13.501, 13.503, 
13.505.
    (2) OMB 2115-0111--46 CFR 13.121, 13.207, 13.209, 13.307, 13.309, 
13.407, 13.409, 13.507, 13.509.


Sec. 13.107  Tankerman endorsement: General.

    (a) If an applicant meets the requirements of subpart B of this 
part, the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (OCMI), at a Regional 
Examination Center (REC) may endorse his or her MMD as ``Tankerman-
PIC'' with the appropriate cargo classification or classifications. A 
person holding this endorsement and meeting the other requirements of 
33 CFR 155.710(a) may act as a PIC of transfers of liquid cargo in bulk 
on either tankships or tank barges.
    (b) If an applicant meets the requirements of Subpart C of this 
part, the OCMI may endorse his or her MMD as ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
with the appropriate cargo classification or classifications. A person 
holding this endorsement and meeting the other requirements of 33 CFR 
155.710(b) may act as a PIC of transfers of liquid cargo in bulk only 
on tank barges.
    (c) If an applicant meets the requirements of subpart D of this 
part, the OCMI may endorse his or her MMD [[Page 17144]] as 
``Tankerman-Assistant'' with the appropriate cargo classification or 
classifications. No person holding this endorsement may act as a PIC of 
any transfer of liquid cargo in bulk unless he or she also holds an 
endorsement authorizing service as PIC. He or she may, however, perform 
duties relative to cargo and cargo-handling equipment assigned by the 
PIC of transfers of liquid cargo in bulk without being under the direct 
supervision of the PIC. When performing these duties, he or she shall 
maintain continuous two-way voice communications with the PIC.
    (d) If an applicant meets the requirements of subpart E of this 
part, the OCMI may endorse his or her MMD as ``Tankerman-Engineer.'' No 
person holding this endorsement may act as a PIC or ``Tankerman-
Assistant'' of any transfer of liquid cargo in bulk unless he or she 
also holds an endorsement authorizing such service. A person holding 
this endorsement and acting in this capacity has the primary 
responsibility on tank vessels carrying dangerous liquids and liquefied 
gases for maintaining the cargo systems and equipment for transfer of 
liquids in bulk aboard and for bunkering. No person licensed under part 
10 of this chapter may serve as a chief engineer, first assistant 
engineer, or cargo engineer aboard an inspected tankship when liquid 
cargo in bulk or cargo residue is carried unless he or she holds this 
endorsement.
    (e) If an applicant meets the requirements of Sec. 13.111 of this 
part, the OCMI may endorse his or her MMD as a ``Tankerman-PIC'' with a 
specific restriction or restrictions. A person holding this endorsement 
may act as Tankerman-PIC or Tankerman-PIC (Barge) for specific cargoes 
or groups of cargoes, specific vessels, specific facilities, specific 
employers, or the like.
    (f) A tankerman wishing to obtain an endorsement that he or she 
does not hold shall apply at an REC listed in Sec. 10.105 of this 
chapter. If he or she meets all requirements for the new endorsement, 
the REC may issue a new MMD including the endorsement.


Sec. 13.109  Tankerman endorsement: Authorized cargoes.

    (a) Each tankerman endorsement described in Sec. 13.107 will 
expressly limit the holder's service under it to transfers involving 
one or both of the following cargo classifications:
    (1) Dangerous liquid (DL).
    (2) Liquefied gas (LG).
    (b) No tankerman endorsement is necessary to transfer the liquid 
cargoes in bulk listed in Table 2 of Part 153 of this chapter when 
those cargoes are carried on barges not certified for ocean service.
    (c) A tankerman having qualified in one cargo classification and 
wishing to qualify in another shall apply at an REC listed in 
Sec. 10.105 of this chapter. If he or she meets all requirements for 
the other, the REC may issue a new MMD including the endorsement.


Sec. 13.111  Restricted endorsement.

    (a) An applicant may apply at an REC listed in 46 CFR 10.105 for a 
tankerman endorsement restricted to specific cargoes or groups of 
cargoes, specific vessels, specific facilities, specific employers, or 
the like. The OCMI will evaluate each application and may modify the 
applicable requirements for the endorsement, making allowance for 
special circumstances and for whichever restrictions the endorsement 
will state.
    (b) To qualify for a restricted ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement, an 
applicant shall meet Sec. 13.201, excluding paragraph (f).
    (c) To qualify for a restricted ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement, an applicant shall meet Sec. 13.301, excluding paragraph 
(f).
    (d) To qualify for a restricted ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement restricted to a tank-cleaning and gas-freeing facility, an 
applicant shall--
    (1) Be at least 18 years old;
    (2) Apply on a Coast Guard form;
    (3) Present evidence of passing a physical examination in 
accordance with Sec. 13.125;
    (4) Present evidence in the form of a letter on company letterhead 
from the operator of the facility stating that OSHA considers the 
applicant a ``competent person'' for the facility and that the 
applicant has the knowledge necessary to supervise tank-cleaning and 
gas-freeing; and
    (5) Be capable of speaking and understanding, in English, all 
instructions needed to commence, conduct, and complete a transfer of 
cargo, and of reading the English found in the Declaration of 
Inspection, vessel response plans, and Cargo Information Cards.
    (e) The restricted ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement restricted 
to a tank-cleaning and gas-freeing facility is valid only while the 
applicant is employed by the operator of the facility that provided the 
letter of service required by paragraph (d)(4) of this section, and 
this and any other appropriate restrictions will appear in the 
endorsement.


Sec. 13.113  Tankerman certified under prior regulations.

    (a) A person who holds a license issued under part 10 of this 
chapter, and who as a PIC transferred liquid cargoes in bulk before 
March 31, 1996, may continue to serve as a ``Tankerman-PIC'' under the 
license until the first renewal of his or her MMD under 12.02-27 of 
this chapter that occurs after March 31, 1997, as follows:
    (1) A person holding a current license issued under part 10 of this 
chapter may act as a ``Tankerman-PIC'' if he or she can produce a 
letter on company letterhead from the owner, operator, master, or chief 
engineer of the vessel that proves his or her qualifying service as 
required by paragraph (d)(1)(iii) of this section.
    (2) A person that cannot produce a letter to prove his or her 
qualifying service may submit relevant evidence to an REC for 
evaluation. If the OCMI determines that the person does qualify under 
paragraph (a) of this section, the OCMI will issue a letter of 
acknowledgment as a substitute for a letter of service.
    (b) A person who holds a current ``Tankerman'' endorsement issued 
before March 31, 1996, may continue to serve as a Tankerman-PIC (Barge) 
until the first renewal of his or her MMD under Sec. 12.02-27 of this 
chapter that occurs after March 31, 1997. If a person with such an 
endorsement qualifies for a non-tankerman endorsement that requires a 
new MMD, he or she may bring the tankerman endorsement forward onto the 
new MMD.
    (c) A person who served as PIC for the transfer of liquid cargoes 
in bulk listed in subchapter O but who did not require a tankerman 
endorsement, because they were non-flammable or non-combustible 
liquids, may act as a ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' for those liquid 
cargoes until March 31, 2001, if he or she produces a letter--on 
company letterhead, from the owner or operator of a terminal or of a 
tank barge or from the owner, operator, or master of a tankship that 
proves his or her qualifying service as required by paragraph 
(e)(1)(iii) of this section.
    (d) A person that qualifies under paragraph (a) of this section by 
holding a current license may apply for a ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement 
under this subpart.
    (1) To qualify for a ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement, a licensed 
officer shall present--
    (i) A certificate of completion from a course in shipboard 
firefighting approved by the Commandant and meeting the basic 
firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution A.437 (XI), 
[[Page 17145]] ``Training of Crews in Fire Fighting'', or a certificate 
of completion from a firefighting course before March 31, 1996, that 
the OCMI finds in substantial compliance with that section;
    (ii) A certificate of completion from a liquid-cargo course in DL 
or LG approved by the Commandant, appropriate to the endorsement 
applied for, or a certificate of completion from a liquid-cargo course 
in DL or LG up to ten years before March 31, 1996, that the OCMI finds 
acceptable under Secs. 13.121(e) (1) and (2), appropriate to the 
endorsement applied for; and
    (iii) Evidence of service as follows:
    (A) A letter on company letterhead from the owner, operator, 
master, or chief engineer of the vessel attesting that the applicant--
    (1) Acted as the PIC of the transfer of DL or LG, appropriate to 
the endorsement applied for, on tankships before March 31, 1996, and 
has so acted within five years of the date of application; or
    (2) Served at least 30 days as a master or mate on tankships 
certified to carry DL or LG, appropriate to the endorsement applied for 
before March 31, 1996, and has so acted within five years of the date 
of application; or
    (B) Certificates of Discharge proving at least 30 days of service 
as master or mate on tankships certified to carry DL or LG, appropriate 
to the endorsement applied for before March 31, 1996, with a discharge 
date within five years of the date of application.
    (2) To qualify for a restricted ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement, 
based on his or her cargo-handling experience for the grades handled, 
an applicant shall meet paragraphs (d)(1) (i) and (iii) of this 
section.
    (e) A person who qualifies under paragraph (b) of this section by 
holding a current ``Tankerman'' endorsement or under paragraph (c) of 
this section by having served as PIC for the transfer of liquid cargoes 
in bulk that are listed in subchapter O but that did not require a 
tankerman endorsement may apply for a ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement under this subpart.
    (1) To qualify for a ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement, an 
applicant shall present--
    (i) Evidence of training in firefighting in the form of--
    (A) A certificate of completion from a course in shipboard 
firefighting approved by the Commandant and meeting the basic 
firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution A.437 (XI), ``Training of 
Crews in Fire Fighting'', or a certificate of completion from such a 
course before March 31, 1996, that the OCMI finds in substantial 
compliance with that section;
    (B) A certificate of completion from a training course meeting 
Sec. 13.121 in tank-barge firefighting or a certificate of completion 
from a course in tank-barge firefighting before March 31, 1996, that 
the OCMI finds in substantial compliance with Sec. 13.121; or
    (C) A letter on company letterhead from the owner, operator, 
master, or chief engineer attesting that before March 31, 1996, the 
applicant received training in awareness of flammability hazards and in 
firefighting through a program, lecture, or seminar that included 
hands-on firefighting that the OCMI finds in substantial compliance 
with Sec. 13.121;
    (ii) A certificate of completion from a liquid-cargo course in DL 
or LG approved by the Commandant, appropriate to the endorsement 
applied for, or a certificate of completion from a liquid-cargo course 
in DL or LG up to ten years before March 31, 1996, that the OCMI 
determines substantially covers the material required by Table 
13.121(f); and
    (iii) Evidence of service on company letterhead from the owner, 
operator, master, or chief engineer of the vessel attesting that the 
applicant acted as the PIC of the transfer for DL or LG, appropriate to 
the endorsement applied for on tank vessels, before March 31, 1996, and 
has so acted within five years of the date of application.
    (2) To qualify for a restricted ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement, based on his or her cargo-handling experience for the 
grades handled, an applicant shall meet all the requirements of 
paragraphs (e)(1) (i) and (iii) of this section.
    (f) Each person qualifying under this section shall obtain a 
tankerman endorsement at the first renewal of his or her MMD under 
Sec. 12.02-27 of this chapter that occurs after March 31, 1997.
    (g) The following table relates the experience and training to the 
endorsement for tankerman certified under prior regulations. The 
section numbers on the table refer to the specific requirements 
applicable.

       Table 13.113.--Tankerman Certified Under Prior Regulations       
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                     Service after                                      
                     effective date   Requirements for  Requirements for
 Before effective      but before         permanent        RESTRICTED   
 date served as--      permanent       endorsement to    endorsement to 
                      endorsement:         an MMD:           an MMD:    
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Licensed Officer.  May serve as:      Tankerman-PIC     Tankerman-PIC   
                    Sec. 13.113(a)     Sec. 13.113(d)(   Sec. 13.113(d)(
                    Tankerman-PIC.     1).               2).            
                   Limitations: None  Service: Service  Service: Service
                   Allowed until:      letter from       letter from    
                    First renewal of   company rep as    company rep as 
                    MMD.               PIC of DL or LG   PIC of DL or LG
                                       cargo transfer,   cargo transfer,
                                       or 30 days'       or 30 days'    
                                       service as        service as     
                                       master or mate    master or mate 
                                       on tankships      on tankships   
                                       carrying DL or    carrying DL or 
                                       LG..              LG.            
                   Service            Courses: Liquid-  Course:         
                    documentation:     cargo course in   Firefighting   
                    Service letter     the appropriate   course.        
                    from company rep.  cargo grade, &                   
                                       Firefighting.                    
MMD with a         May serve as:      Tankerman-PIC     Tankerman-PIC   
 Tankerman's        Sec. 13.113(b)     (Barge) Sec.      (Barge) Sec.   
 endorsement.       Tankerman-PIC      13.113(e)(1).     13.113(e)(2).  
                    (Barge).                                            
                   Limitations:       Service: Service  Service: Service
                    Grade of cargo     letter from       letter from    
                    on existing MMD.   company rep as    company rep as 
                   Until: First        Service letter    PIC of DL or LG
                    renewal of MMD.    PIC of DL or LG   cargo transfer.
                                       cargo transfer.                  
                   Documentation:     Courses: Liquid-  Course: Tank-   
                    None.              cargo course in   barge          
                                       the appropriate   firefighting.  
                                       cargo grade, &                   
                                       Tank-barge                       
                                       firefighting.                    
PIC-Subchapter O   May serve as:      Tankerman-PIC     Tankerman-PIC   
 Non-flammable      Sec. 13.113(c)     (Barge) Sec.      (Barge) Sec.   
 and Non-           Tankerman-PIC      13.113(e)(1).     13.113(e)(2).  
 combustible.       (Barge).                                            
[[Page 17146]]                                                          
                                                                        
                   Limited to:        Service: Service  Service: Service
                    Subchapter-O       letter from       letter from    
                    products           company rep as    company rep as 
                    previously         PIC of DL or LG   PIC of DL or LG
                    transferred.       cargo transfer.   cargo transfer 
                   Until: 5 years                                       
                    after effective                                     
                    date.                                               
                   Documentation:     Courses: Liquid-  Course: Tank-   
                    Service letter     cargo course in   barge          
                    from company rep   the appropriate   firefighting.  
                    as PIC.            cargo Tank-                      
                                       barge                            
                                       firefighting.                    
------------------------------------------------------------------------

Sec. 13.115  Licensed engineer: Endorsement as Tankerman-Engineer based 
on service on tankships before March 31, 1996.

    A licensed person with service as chief, first assistant, or cargo 
engineer on at least one tankship before March 31, 1996, may, at any 
time until the first renewal of his or her MMD under Sec. 12.02-27 of 
this chapter that occurs after March 31, 1997, apply for a ``Tankerman-
Engineer'' endorsement under this subpart if he or she presents 
either--
    (a) A letter on company letterhead from the owner, operator, 
master, or chief engineer of the vessel attesting that the applicant 
served at least 30 days as chief, first assistant, or cargo engineer on 
tankships certified to carry DL or LG, appropriate to the endorsement 
applied for before March 31, 1996, and has so served within five years 
of the date of application; or
    (b) Certificates of Discharge proving at least 30 days of service 
as chief, first assistant, or cargo engineer on tankships certified to 
carry DL or LG, appropriate to the endorsement applied for before March 
31, 1996, with a discharge date within five years of the date of 
application.


Sec. 13.117  Any person: Endorsement as Tankerman-Assistant based on 
unlicensed deck service before March 31, 1996.

    A person with unlicensed deck service on tankships before March 31, 
1996, may, at any time until the first renewal of his or her MMD under 
Sec. 12.02-27 of this chapter that occurs after March 31, 1997, apply 
for a ``Tankerman-Assistant'' endorsement under this subpart if the 
applicant presents either--
    (a) A letter on company letterhead from the owner, operator, or 
master of the vessel attesting that the applicant served at least 30 
days of deck service on tankships certified to carry DL or LG, 
appropriate to the endorsement applied for before March 31, 1996, and 
has so served within five years of the date of application; or
    (b) Certificates of Discharge proving at least 30 days of deck 
service on tankships certified to carry DL or LG, appropriate to the 
endorsement applied for before March 31, 1996, with a discharge date 
within five years of the date of application.


Sec. 13.119  Expiration of endorsement.

    An endorsement as tankerman is valid for the duration of the MMD.


Sec. 13.120  Renewal of endorsement.

    An applicant wishing to renew a tankerman's endorsement shall meet 
the requirements of Sec. 12.02-27 of this chapter for renewing an MMD 
and provide evidence of participation in at least two transfers during 
the past five years in accordance with Sec. 13.127(b) or of completion 
of an approved course.


Sec. 13.121  Courses for training tankerman.

    (a) This section prescribes the requirements, beyond those in 
Secs. 10.203 and 10.303 of this chapter, applicable to schools offering 
courses required for a tankerman endorsement and courses that are a 
substitute for experience with transfers of liquid cargo in bulk 
required for the endorsement.
    (b) Upon satisfactory completion of an approved course, each 
student shall receive a certificate, signed by the head of the school 
offering the course or by a designated representative, indicating the 
title of the course, the duration, and, if appropriate, credit allowed 
towards meeting the transfer requirements of this part.
    (c) A course that uses simulated transfers to train students in 
loading and discharging tank vessels may replace a specific number of 
the transfers required for a ``Tankerman-PIC'' or ``Tankerman-PIC 
(Barge)'' endorsement. The letter from the Coast Guard approving the 
course will state the number and kind of transfers the course replaces.
    (d) The course in liquid cargo required for an endorsement as--
    (1) ``Tankerman-PIC DL'' is Tankship: Dangerous Liquids;
    (2) ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge) DL'' is Tank Barge: Dangerous Liquids;
    (3) ``Tankerman-PIC LG'' is Tankship: Liquefied Gases; and
    (4) ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge) LG'' is Tank Barge: Liquefied Gases.
    (e) The course in firefighting required for an endorsement as--
    (1) ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' is Tank Barge: Firefighting; and
    (2) ``Tankerman-PIC'', ``Tankerman-Assistant'', and ``Tankerman-
Engineer'' is a firefighting course that meets the basic firefighting 
section of the IMO's Resolution A.437 (XI), ``Training of Crews in Fire 
Fighting''.
    (f) No school may issue a certificate unless the student has 
successfully completed an approved course with the appropriate 
curriculum outlined in Table 13.121(f).
    (g) An organization with a course in DL or LG or a course in tank-
barge firefighting taught before March 31, 1996, that substantially 
covered the material required by Table 13.121(f) for liquid cargoes and 
by Table 13.121(g) for firefighting may seek approval under Sec. 10.302 
of this chapter from the Coast Guard for any course taught up to ten 
years before March 31, 1996.

                                                 Table 13.121(f)                                                
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                    Course topics                           1              2              3              4      
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
General characteristics, compatibility, reaction,                                                               
 firefighting procedures, and safety precautions for                                                            
 the cargoes of:                                                                                                
    Bulk liquids defined as Dangerous Liquids in 46   x              x              .............  .............
     CFR Part 13.                                                                                               
    Bulk liquefied gases & their vapors defined as    .............  .............  x              x            
     Liquefied Gases in 46 CFR Part 13.                                                                         
Physical phenomena of liquefied gas, including:                                                                 
    Basic concept...................................  .............  .............  x              x            
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    Compression & expansion.........................  .............  .............  x              x            
    Mechanism of heat transfer......................  .............  .............  x              x            
Potential hazards of liquefied gas, including:                                                                  
    Chemical & physical properties..................  .............  .............  x              x            
    Combustion characteristics......................  .............  .............  x              x            
    Results of gas release to the atmosphere........  .............  .............  x              x            
    Health hazards (skin contact, inhalation, &       .............  .............  x              x            
     ingestion).                                                                                                
    Control of flammability range with inert gas....  .............  .............  x              x            
    Thermal stress in structure & piping of vessel..  .............  .............  x              x            
Cargo systems, including:                                                                                       
    Principles of containment systems...............  x              x              x              x            
    Construction, materials, coatings, & insulation   x              x              x              x            
     of cargo tanks.                                                                                            
    General arrangement of cargo tanks..............  x              x              x              x            
    Venting & vapor-control systems.................  x              x              x              x            
Cargo-handling systems, including:                                                                              
    Piping systems, valves, pumps, & expansion        x              x              x              x            
     systems.                                                                                                   
    Operating characteristics.......................  x              x              x              x            
Instrumentation systems, including:                                                                             
    Cargo-level indicators..........................  x              x              x              x            
    Gas-detecting systems...........................  x              x              x              x            
    Temperature-monitoring systems, cargo...........  x              x              x              x            
    Temperature-monitoring systems, hull............  x              x              x              x            
    Automatic-shutdown systems......................  x              x              x              x            
Auxiliary systems, including:                                                                                   
    Ventilation, inerting...........................  x              x              x              x            
    Valves, including:                                                                                          
      Quick-closing.................................  x              x              x              x            
      Remote-control................................  x              x              x              x            
      Pneumatic.....................................  x              x              x              x            
      Excess-flow...................................  x              x              x              x            
      Safety-relief.................................  x              x              x              x            
      Pressure-vacuum...............................  x              x              x              x            
    Heating-systems: cofferdams & ballast tanks.....                                x              x            
Operations connected with loading & discharging of                                                              
 cargo, including:                                                                                              
    Lining up of cargo system and vapor-control       x              x              x              x            
     system.                                                                                                    
    Pre-transfer inspections........................  x              x              x              x            
    Pre-transfer conference and completion of the     x              x              x              x            
     Declaration of Inspection.                                                                                 
    Hooking up of cargo hose, loading arms, and       x              x              x              x            
     grounding-strap.                                                                                           
    Starting of liquid flow.........................  x              x              x              x            
    Calculation of loading rates....................  x              x              x              x            
    Monitoring of loading rates.....................  x              x              x              x            
    Discussion of loading...........................  x              x              x              x            
    Ballasting & deballasting.......................  x              x              x              x            
    Topping off of cargo tanks......................  x              x              x              x            
    Discussion of discharging.......................  x              x              x              x            
    Stripping of cargo tanks........................  x              x              x              x            
    Monitoring of transfers.........................  x              x              x              x            
    Gauging of cargo tanks..........................  x              x              x              x            
    Disconnecting of cargo hoses or loading arms....  x              x              x              x            
Operating procedures & sequence for:                                                                            
    Inerting of cargo tanks & void spaces...........  x              x              x              x            
    Cooldown & warmup of cargo tanks................                                x              x            
    Gas-freeing.....................................  x              x              x              x            
    Loaded or ballasted voyages.....................  x              x              x              x            
    Testing of cargo-tank atmospheres for oxygen &    x              x              x              x            
     cargo vapor.                                                                                               
Load plan, stability, & stress connected with:                                                                  
    Loading of cargo................................  x              x              x              x            
    Discharging of cargo............................  x              x              x              x            
    Ballasting & deballasting.......................  x                             x                           
Loadline, draft, & trim.............................  x              x              x              x            
Disposal of boil-off, including:                                                                                
    System design...................................                                x              x            
    Safety features.................................                                x              x            
Stability-letter requirements.......................  x              x              x              x            
Rules (for tank barge & tankship, both international  x              x              x              x            
 & Federal) pertaining to operational procedures &                                                              
 pollution prevention.                                                                                          
Pollution prevention, including:                                                                                
    Procedures to prevent air & water pollution.....  x              x              x              x            
    Measures to take in event of spillage...........  x              x              x              x            
    Danger from drift of vapor cloud................  x              x              x              x            
Emergency procedures for the following, including                                                               
 notice to appropriate authorities:                                                                             
    Fire............................................  x              x              x              x            
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    Collision.......................................  x              x              x              x            
    Grounding.......................................  x              x              x              x            
    Equipment failure...............................  x              x              x              x            
    Leaks & spills..................................  x              x              x              x            
    Structural failure..............................  x              x              x              x            
    Emergency discharge of cargo....................  x              x              x              x            
    Entering of cargo tanks.........................  x              x              x              x            
    Emergency shutdown of cargo-handling............  x              x              x              x            
    Emergency systems for closing cargo tanks.......  x              x              x              x            
Safety precautions relative to:                                                                                 
    Dangers of skin contact.........................  x              x              .............  .............
    Inhalation of vapors............................  x              x              .............  .............
    Electricity & static electricity: hazards &       x              x              .............  .............
     precautions.                                                                                               
Terminology of tankships for oil & chemicals........  x                             .............  .............
Terminology of tank barges for oil & chemicals......  x              x              .............  .............
Terminology of tankships for liquefied gases........  .............  .............  x                           
Terminology of tank barges for liquefied gases......  .............  .............  x                           
Principles & procedures of Crude-Oil-Washing (COW)                                                              
 systems, including:                                                                                            
    Purpose.........................................  x              x              .............  .............
    Equipment & design..............................  x              x              .............  .............
    Operations......................................  x              x                                          
    Safety precautions..............................  x              x              .............  .............
    Maintenance of plant & equipment................  x              x              .............  .............
Principles & procedures of Inert-Gas Systems (IGS),                                                             
 including:                                                                                                     
    Purpose.........................................  x              x              x              .............
    Equipment & design..............................  x              x              x              .............
    Operations......................................  x              x              x              .............
    Safety precautions..............................  x              x              x              .............
    Maintenance of plant & equipment................  x              x              x              .............
Cargo-tank cleaning: procuredures & precautions.      x              x              .............  .............
Principles & procedures of vapor-control recovery                                                               
 systems, including:                                                                                            
    Purpose.........................................  x              x              x              x            
    Principles......................................  x              x              x              x            
    Components......................................  x              x              x              x            
    Hazards.........................................  x              x              x              x            
    Coast Guard regulations.........................  x              x              x              x            
Operating procedures, including:                                                                                
    Testing & inspection requirements...............  x              x              x              x            
    Pre-transfer procedures.........................  x              x              x              x            
    Connecting sequence.............................  x              x              x              x            
    Start-up procedures.............................  x              x              x              x            
    Normal operations...............................  x              x              x              x            
Emergency procedures, including notice of release...  x              x              x              x            
Information systems on hazards of cargo.............  x              x              x              x            
Safe entry into confined spaces, including:                                                                     
    Definitions & hazards of confined spaces........  x              x              x              x            
    Evaluation & assessment of risks & hazards......  x              x              x              x            
    Safety precautions & procedures.................  x              x              x              x            
    Personal protective equipment (PPE).............  x              x              x              x            
    Maintenance of PPE..............................  x              x              x              x            
    Emergency procedures............................  x              x              x              x            
    Federal regulations, national standards, &        x              x              x              x            
     industry guidelines.                                                                                       
    Inspections by marine chemists & competent        x              x              x              x            
     persons, including hot-work permits &                                                                      
     procedures.                                                                                                
Vessel Response Plans:                                                                                          
    Purpose, content, & location of information.....  x              x              x              x            
    Procedures for notice & mitigation of spills....  x              x              x              x            
    Geographic-specific appendices..................  x              x              x              x            
    Vessel-specific appendices......................  x              x              x              x            
    Emergency-action checklist......................  x              x              x              x            
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(\1\)Tankerman-PIC DL.                                                                                          
(\2\)Tankerman-PIC (Barge) DL.                                                                                  
(\3\)Tankerman-PIC LG.                                                                                          
(\4\)Tankerman-PIC (Barge) LG.                                                                                  


                             Table 13.121(g)                            
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                Course topics                       1             2     
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Elements of fire (Fire triangle):                                       
        Fuel................................            X             X 
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        Source of ignition..................            X             X 
        Oxygen..............................            X             X 
    Ignition sources (general):                                         
        Chemical............................  ............            X 
        Biological..........................  ............            X 
        Physical............................  ............            X 
    Ignition sources applicable to barges...            X   ............
    Definitions of flammability and                                     
     combustibility:                                                    
        Flammability........................  ............            X 
        Ignition point......................            X             X 
        Burning temperature.................            X             X 
        Burning speed.......................  ............            X 
        Thermal value.......................  ............            X 
        Lower flammable limit...............            X             X 
        Upper flammable limit...............            X             X 
        Flammable range.....................            X             X 
        Inerting............................            X             X 
        Static electricity..................            X             X 
        Flash point.........................            X             X 
        Auto-ignition.......................            X             X 
    Spread of fire:                                                     
        By radiation........................            X             X 
        By convection.......................            X             X 
        By conduction.......................            X             X 
    Reactivity..............................            X             X 
    Fire classifications and applicable                                 
     extinguishing agents...................            X             X 
    Main causes of fires:                                               
        Oil leakage.........................            X             X 
        Smoking.............................            X             X 
        Overheating pumps...................            X             X 
        Galley appliances...................  ............            X 
        Spontaneous ignition................            X             X 
        Hot work............................            X             X 
        Electrical apparatus................  ............            X 
        Reaction, self-heating, and auto-                               
         ignition...........................  ............            X 
    Fire prevention:                                                    
        General.............................            X             X 
        Fire hazards of DL and LG...........            X   ............
    Fire detection:                                                     
        Fire- and smoke-detection systems...  ............            X 
        Automatic fire alarms...............  ............            X 
    Firefighting equipment:                                             
        Fire mains, hydrants................  ............            X 
        International shore-connection......  ............            X 
        Smothering-installations, carbon                                
         dioxide (CO2), foam................  ............            X 
        Halogenated hydrocarbons............  ............            X 
        Pressure-water spray system in                                  
         special-category spaces............  ............            X 
        Automatic sprinkler system..........  ............            X 
        Emergency fire pump, emergency                                  
         generator..........................  ............            X 
        Chemical-powder applicants..........  ............            X 
        General outline of required and                                 
         mobile apparatus...................  ............            X 
        Fireman's outfit, personal equipment  ............            X 
        Breathing apparatus.................  ............            X 
        Resuscitation apparatus.............  ............            X 
        Smoke helmet or mask................  ............            X 
        Fireproof life-line and harness.....  ............            X 
        Fire hose, nozzles, connections, and                            
         fire axes..........................  ............            X 
        Fire blankets.......................  ............            X 
        Portable fire extinguishers.........            X             X 
        Limitations of portable and                                     
         semiportable extinguishers.........            X   ............
Emergency procedures:                                                   
    Arrangements:                                                       
        Escape routes.......................            X             X 
        Means of gas-freeing tanks..........            X             X 
        Class A, B, and C divisions.........  ............            X 
        Inert-gas system....................  ............            X 
    Ship firefighting organization:                                     
        General alarms......................  ............            X 
        Fire-control plans, muster stations,                            
         and duties.........................  ............            X 
        Communications......................  ............            X 
        Periodic shipboard drills...........  ............            X 
        Patrol system.......................  ............            X 
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    Basic firefighting techniques:                                      
        Sounding alarm......................            X             X 
        Locating and isolating fires........            X             X 
        Stopping leakage of cargo...........            X   ............
        Jettisoning.........................  ............            X 
        Inhibiting..........................  ............            X 
        Cooling.............................  ............            X 
        Smothering..........................  ............            X 
        Sizing up situation.................            X   ............
        Locating information on cargo.......            X   ............
        Extinguishing.......................  ............            X 
        Extinguishing with portable units...            X   ............
        Setting reflash watch...............            X             X 
        Using additional personnel..........            X   ............
    Firefighting extinguishing-agents:                                  
        Water (solid jet, spray, fog, and                               
         flooding)..........................  ............            X 
        Foam (high, medium and low                                      
         expansion).........................  ............            X 
        Carbon dioxide (CO2)................            X             X 
        Halon...............................  ............            X 
        Aqueous-film-forming foam (AFFF)....  ............            X 
        Dry chemicals.......................            X             X 
    Use of extinguisher on:                                             
        Flammable and combustible liquids...            X   ............
        Manifold-flange fire................            X   ............
        Drip-pan fire.......................            X   ............
        Pump fire...........................            X   ............
    Drills for typical fires on barges......            X   ............
Field exercises:                                                        
    Extinguish small fires using portable                               
     extinguishers:                                                     
        Electrical..........................            X             X 
        Manifold-flange.....................            X             X 
        Drip-pan............................            X             X 
        Pump................................            X             X 
    Use self-contained breathing apparatus..  ............            X 
    Extinguish extensive fires with water...  ............            X 
    Extinguish fires with foam, or chemical.  ............            X 
    Fight fire in smoke-filled enclosed                                 
     space wearing SCBA.....................  ............            X 
    Extinguish fire with water fog in an                                
     enclosed space with heavy smoke........  ............            X 
    Extinguish oil fire with fog applicator                             
     and spray nozzles, dry-chemical, or                                
     foam applicators.......................  ............            X 
    Effect a rescue in a smoke-filled space                             
     while wearing breathing apparatus......  ............            X 
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(1) Course in tank-barge firefighting.                                  
(2) From the basic firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution A.437   
  (XI), ``Training of Crews in Fire Fighting''.                         

Sec. 13.123  Recency of service or experience for original tankerman 
endorsement.

    An applicant for an original tankerman endorsement in subpart B, C, 
D, or E of this part shall have obtained at least 25% of the qualifying 
service and, if the endorsement requires transfers, at least two of the 
qualifying transfers, within five years of the date of application.


Sec. 13.125  Physical requirements.

    Each applicant for an original tankerman endorsement shall meet the 
physical requirements of Sec. 10.205(d) of this chapter, excluding 
paragraph (d)(2) of that section.


Sec. 13.127  Service requirements: general.

    (a) A service letter must specify--
    (1) The classification of cargo (DL, LG, or, for a restricted 
endorsement, a specific product) handled while the applicant 
accumulated the service;
    (2) The dates, the number and kinds of transfers the applicant has 
participated in, and the number of transfers that involved commencement 
or completion; and
    (3) That the applicant has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the 
signer that he or she is fully capable of supervising transfers of 
liquid cargo, including
    (i) Pre-transfer inspection;
    (ii) Pre-transfer conference and execution of the Declaration of 
Inspection;
    (iii) Connection of cargo hoses or loading-arms;
    (iv) Line-up of the cargo system for loading and discharge;
    (v) Start of liquid flow during loading;
    (vi) Start of cargo pump and increase of pressure to normal 
discharge pressure;
    (vii) Calculation of loading-rates;
    (viii) Monitoring;
    (ix) Topping-off of cargo tanks during loading;
    (x) Stripping of cargo tanks;
    (xi) Ballasting and deballasting, if appropriate;
    (xii) Disconnection of the cargo hoses or loading-arms; and
    (xiii) Securing of cargo systems.
    (b) In determining the numbers and kinds of transfers that the 
applicant has participated in under paragraph (a)(2) of this section, 
the following rules apply:
    (1) A transfer must involve the loading or discharge from at least 
one of the vessel's cargo tanks to or from a shore facility or another 
vessel. A shift of cargo from one tank to another tank is not a 
transfer for this purpose.
    (2) Regardless of how long the transfer lasts beyond four hours, it 
counts as only one transfer.
    (3) A transfer must include both a commencement and a completion.
    (4) Regardless of how many tanks or products are being loaded or 
discharged [[Page 17151]] at the same time, a person may receive credit 
for only one transfer, one loading, and one discharge a watch.
    (5) Credit for a transfer during a watch of less than four hours 
accrues only if the watch includes either the connection and the 
commencement of transfer or the completion of transfer and the 
disconnection.
    (6) Credit for a commencement of loading accrues only if the 
applicant participates in the pre-transfer inspection, the pre-transfer 
conference including execution of the Declaration of Inspection, the 
connection of cargo hoses or loading-arms, the line-up of the cargo 
system for the loading, the start of liquid flow, and the calculation 
of loading-rates.
    (7) Credit for a commencement of discharge accrues only if the 
applicant participates in the pre-transfer inspection, the pre-transfer 
conference including execution of the Declaration of Inspection, the 
connection of cargo hoses or loading-arms, the line-up of the cargo 
system for the discharge, the start of the cargo pump or pumps and 
increase of pressure to normal pressure for discharge, and the 
monitoring of discharge rates.
    (8) Credit for a completion of transfer, whether loading or 
discharge, accrues only if the applicant participates in the topping-
off at the loading port, or in the stripping of cargo tanks and the 
commencement of ballasting, if required by the vessel's transfer 
procedures, at the discharge port.


Sec. 13.129  Quick-reference table for tankerman.

    Table 13.129 provides a guide to the requirements for various 
tankerman endorsements. Provisions in the reference sections are 
controlling.

                                                                                          Table 13.129                                                                                          
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                                                                                                                    Proof of          Firefighting                                   English    
        Category            Minimum age     Physical required          Service             Recency of service        service           certificate               Course              language   
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Tankerman PIC Subpart B  18: 13.201(a)...  Yes: 13.125.......  Yes: 13.203, 30 days     Yes: 13.123, 25% of      Yes: 13.205,    Yes: 13.207, Basic F/   Yes: 13.209, DL or LG.  Yes: 13.201(g).
                                                                licensed or 60 days      service, 2 transfers     Letter.         F*.                                                           
                                                                unlicensed and 10        within 5 yrs.                                                                                          
                                                                cargo transfers.                                                                                                                
Tankerman PIC (Barge)    18: 13.301(a)...  Yes: 13.125.......  Yes: 13.303, 60 days on  Yes: 13.123, 25% of      Yes: 13.305,    Yes: 13.307, Basic F/   Yes: 13.309, DL or LG.  Yes: 13.301(g).
 Subpart C.                                                     T/Vs or 6 months on T/   service, 2 transfers     Letter.         F* or Tank-barge F/F.                                         
                                                                Bs and 10 cargo          within 5 yrs.                                                                                          
                                                                transfers.                                                                                                                      
Tankerman Assistant      18: 13.401(a)...  Yes: 13.125.......  Yes: 13.403, 90 days on  Yes: 13.123, 25% of      Yes: 13.405,    Yes: 13.407, Basic F/   Yes: 13.409, Cargo      Yes: 13.401(f).
 Subpart D.                                                     tankships or attend a    service, within 5 yrs.   Letter.         F*.                     course or 90 days                     
                                                                cargo course.                                                                             service.                              
Tankerman Engineer       18: 13.501(a)...  Yes: 13.125.......  Yes: 13.503, 90 days     Yes: 13.123, 25% of      Yes: 13.505,    Yes: 13.507, Basic F/   Yes: 13.509, Cargo      Yes: 13.501(g).
 Subpart E.                                                     licensed or 30 days      service, within 5 yrs.   Letter.         F*.                     course or service                     
                                                                licensed and                                                                              requirements.                         
                                                                completion of a DL or                                                                                                           
                                                                LG course or 60 days                                                                                                            
                                                                unlicensed and                                                                                                                  
                                                                completion of a DL or                                                                                                           
                                                                LG course.                                                                                                                      
Restricted Tankerman     18: 13.111(b)...  Yes: 13.111(b)....  Yes: 13.111(b), 30 days  Yes: 13.111(b), 25% of   Yes: 3.111(b),  Yes: 13.111(b), Basic   No....................  Yes: 13.111(b).
 PIC.                                                           licensed or 60 days      service, 2 transfers     Letter.         F/F*.                                                         
                                                                unlicensed and 10        within 5 yrs.                                                                                          
                                                                cargo transfers.                                                                                                                
Restricted Tankerman     18: 13.111(c)...  Yes: 13.111(c)....  Yes: 13.111(c), 60 days  Yes: 13.111(c), 25% of   Yes:            Yes: 13.111(c), Basic   No....................  Yes: 13.111(c).
 PIC (Barge).                                                   on T/Vs or 6 months on   service, 2 transfers     13.111(c),      F/F* or Tank-barge F/                                         
                                                                T/Bs and 10 cargo        within 5 yrs.            Letter.         F.                                                            
                                                                transfers.                                                                                                                      
Restricted Tankerman     18: 13.111(d)...  Yes: 13.111(d)....  Yes: 13.111(d)(4),       No.....................  Yes:            No....................  No....................  Yes: 13.111(d).
 PIC (Barge) facility.                                          ``Competent Person''                              13.111(d),                                                                    
                                                                and knowledge of tank-                            Letter.                                                                       
                                                                cleaning, gas-freeing.                                                                                                          
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*From the basic firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution A.437 (XI), ``Training of Crews in Fire Fighting''.                                                                                

Subpart B--Requirements for ``Tankerman-PIC'' Endorsement.


Sec. 13.201  Original application for ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement.

    Each applicant for an original ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement 
shall--
    (a) Be at least 18 years old;
    (b) Apply on a Coast Guard form;
    (c) Present evidence of passing a physical examination in 
accordance with Sec. 13.125;
    (d) Present evidence of service on tankships in accordance with 
Sec. 13.203;
    (e) Meet the requirement of a course on firefighting in 
Sec. 13.207;
    (f) Meet the requirement of a course in DL or LG appropriate for 
the endorsement applied for in Sec. 13.209; and
    (g) Be capable of speaking and understanding, in English, all 
instructions needed to commence, conduct, and complete a transfer of 
cargo, and be capable of reading the English found in the Declaration 
of Inspection, vessel response plans, and Cargo Information Cards. 
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Sec. 13.203  Eligibility requirements: Experience.

    Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement for DL or LG 
shall meet the requirements of either paragraphs (a) and (b) or 
paragraph (c) of this section.
    (a) Each applicant shall present evidence of--
    (1) At least 30 days of service as a licensed deck officer or a 
licensed engineering officer on one or more tankships certified to 
carry DL or LG appropriate to the endorsement applied for;
    (2) At least 60 days of unlicensed service on deck or in the engine 
department on one or more tankships certified to carry DL or LG 
appropriate to the endorsement applied for; or
    (3) A mixture of licensed and unlicensed service on deck or in the 
engine department on tankships certified to carry DL or LG appropriate 
to the endorsement applied for equivalent to 30 days of licensed 
service, every 2 days of unlicensed service counting as 1 day of 
licensed service.
    (b) Each applicant shall present evidence of participation, under 
the supervision of a ``Tankerman-PIC,'' in at least ten transfers of 
liquid cargo in bulk of the classification desired on tankships, 
including at least--
    (1) Five loadings and five discharges;
    (2) Two commencements of loading and two completions of loading; 
and
    (3) Two commencements of discharge and two completions of 
discharge.
    (c) Each applicant already holding an MMD endorsed ``Tankerman-
PIC'' for DL and seeking an endorsement for LG, or the converse, 
shall--
    (1) Provide evidence of at least half the service required by 
paragraph (a) of this section; and
    (2) Comply with paragraph (b) of this section, except that he or 
she need provide evidence of only three loadings and three discharges 
along with evidence of compliance with paragraphs (b)(2) and (3) of 
this section.


Sec. 13.205  Proof of service for ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement.

    Service must be proved by a letter on company letterhead from the 
owner, operator, or master of the vessel on which the applicant 
obtained the service. The letter must contain the information described 
in Sec. 13.127(a).


Sec. 13.207  Eligibility requirements: Firefighting course.

    Each applicant for an original ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement shall 
present a certificate of successful completion from a course in 
shipboard firefighting, approved by the Commandant and meeting the 
basic firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution A.437 (XI), 
``Training of Crews in Fire Fighting'', completed within five years of 
the date of application for the endorsement, unless he or she has 
previously submitted such a certificate for a license or a tankerman 
endorsement.


Sec. 13.209  Eligibility requirements: Cargo course.

    Each applicant for an original ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement shall 
present a certificate of completion from a course in DL or LG, 
appropriate for tankships, approved by the Commandant, appropriate to 
the endorsement applied for, within two years of the date of 
application.

Subpart C--Requirements for ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' Endorsement


Sec. 13.301  Original application for ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement.

    Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement shall--
    (a) Be at least 18 years old;
    (b) Apply on a Coast Guard form;
    (c) Present evidence of passing a physical examination in 
accordance with Sec. 13.125;
    (d) Present evidence of service on tank vessels in accordance with 
Sec. 13.303;
    (e) Meet the requirement of a firefighting course in Sec. 13.307;
    (f) Meet the requirement of a course in DL or LG appropriate for 
the endorsement applied for in Sec. 13.309; and
    (g) Be capable of speaking, and understanding, in English, all 
instructions needed to commence, conduct, and complete a transfer of 
cargo, and be capable of reading the English found in the Declaration 
of Inspection, vessel response plans, and Cargo Information Cards.


Sec. 13.303  Eligibility requirements: Experience.

    Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement for DL 
or LG shall meet the requirements of either paragraphs (a) and (b) or 
paragraph (c) of this section.
    (a) Each applicant shall present evidence of--
    (1) At least 60 days of service on one or more tank vessels 
certified to carry DL or LG appropriate to the endorsement applied for; 
or
    (2) At least 6 months of closely related service directly involved 
with tank barges appropriate to the endorsement applied for; and
    (b) Participation, under the supervision of a ``Tankerman-PIC'' or 
``Tankerman-PIC (Barge),'' in at least ten transfers of liquid cargo in 
bulk of the classification desired on tankships or tank barges, 
including at least--
    (1) Five loadings and five discharges;
    (2) Two commencements of loading and two completions of loading; 
and
    (3) Two commencements of discharge and two completions of 
discharge.
    (c) Each applicant already holding an MMD endorsed ``Tankerman-PIC 
(Barge)'' for DL and seeking an endorsement for LG, or the converse, 
shall--
    (1) Provide evidence of at least half the service required by 
paragraph (a) of this section; and
    (2) Comply with paragraph (b) of this section, except that he or 
she need provide evidence of only three loadings and three discharges 
along with evidence of compliance with paragraphs (b)(2) and (3) of 
this section.


Sec. 13.305  Proof of service for ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement.

    Service must be proved by a letter on company letterhead from a 
terminal owner or operator; a tank barge owner or operator; or the 
owner, operator, or master of a tankship. The letter must contain the 
information required by Sec. 13.127(a), excluding paragraph 
(a)(3)(vii).


Sec. 13.307  Eligibility requirements: Firefighting course.

    Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' endorsement shall 
present a certificate of successful completion from--
    (a) A course in shipboard firefighting, approved by the Commandant 
and meeting the basic firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution 
A.437 (XI), ``Training of Crews in Fire Fighting'', completed within 
five years of the date of application for the endorsement, unless he or 
she has previously submitted such a certificate for a license or a 
tankerman endorsement;
    (b) A course in tank-barge firefighting, approved by the Commandant 
and meeting Sec. 13.121, completed within five years of the date of 
application for the endorsement.


Sec. 13.309  Eligibility requirements: Cargo course.

    Each applicant for an original ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' 
endorsement shall present a certificate of completion from a course in 
DL or LG approved by the Commandant, appropriate to the endorsement 
applied for, within two years of the date of application. 
[[Page 17153]] 

Subpart D--Requirements for ``Tankerman-Assistant'' Endorsement


Sec. 13.401  Original application for ``Tankerman-Assistant'' 
endorsement.

    Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-Assistant'' endorsement shall--
    (a) Be at least 18 years old;
    (b) Apply on a Coast Guard form;
    (c) Present evidence of passing a physical examination in 
accordance with Sec. 13.125;
    (d) Meet the requirement of a firefighting course in Sec. 13.407;
    (e) (1) Meet the requirement of a course in DL or LG appropriate 
for the endorsement applied for in Sec. 13.409; or
    (2) Present evidence of service on tankships in accordance with 
Sec. 13.403; and
    (f) Be capable of speaking and understanding, in English, all 
instructions needed to commence, conduct, and complete a transfer of 
cargo.


Sec. 13.403  Eligibility requirements: Experience.

    (a) Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-Assistant'' endorsement shall 
present--
    (1) Evidence of at least 90 days of deck service on tankships 
certified to carry DL or LG appropriate to the endorsement applied for; 
or
    (2) A certificate of completion from a course in DL or LG 
appropriate for the endorsement applied for as prescribed in 
Sec. 13.409.
    (b) Each applicant already holding an MMD endorsed ``Tankerman-
Assistant'' for DL and seeking one for LG, or the converse, shall--
    (1) Provide evidence of at least half the service required in 
paragraph (a)(1) of this section; or
    (2) Meet the requirement of a course in DL or LG appropriate for 
the endorsement applied for as prescribed in Sec. 13.409.


Sec. 13.405  Proof of service for ``Tankerman-Assistant'' endorsement.

    (a) Service must be proved by a letter on company letterhead from 
the owner, operator, or master of a tankship. The letter must specify--
    (1) The classification of cargo (DL or LG) carried while the 
applicant accumulated the service;
    (2) The number of days of deck service the applicant accumulated on 
the tankship; and
    (3) That the applicant has demonstrated an understanding of cargo 
transfer and a sense of responsibility that, in the opinion of the 
signer, will allow the applicant to safely carry out duties respecting 
cargo transfer and transfer equipment assigned by the PIC of the 
transfer without direct supervision by the PIC; or
    (b) Service must be proved by--
    (1) Certificates of Discharge from tankships with the appropriate 
classification of cargo (DL, LG, or both); and
    (2) A letter on company letterhead from the owner, operator, or 
master of one of the tankships stating that he or she has 
demonstrated--
    (i) An understanding of cargo transfer; and
    (ii) A sense of responsibility that, in the opinion of the signer, 
will allow him or her to safely carry out duties respecting cargo and 
its equipment assigned by the PIC of the transfer without direct 
supervision by the PIC.


Sec. 13.407  Eligibility requirements: Firefighting course.

    Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-Assistant'' endorsement shall 
present a certificate of successful completion from a course in 
shipboard firefighting, approved by the Commandant and meeting the 
basic firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution A.437 (XI), 
``Training of Crews in Fire Fighting'', completed within five years of 
the date of application for the endorsement, unless he or she has 
previously submitted such a certificate from one of these courses for a 
license or endorsement.


Sec. 13.409  Eligibility requirements: Cargo course.

    Each applicant for an original ``Tankerman-Assistant'' endorsement 
that has not presented the required service on tankships must present a 
certificate of completion from a course in DL or LG, appropriate for 
tankships, approved by the Commandant, appropriate to the endorsement 
applied for, within two years of the date of application.

Subpart E--Requirements for ``Tankerman-Engineer'' Endorsement


Sec. 13.501  Original application for ``Tankerman-Engineer'' 
endorsement.

    Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-Engineer'' endorsement shall--
    (a) Be at least 18 years old;
    (b) Apply on a Coast Guard form;
    (c) Present evidence of passing a physical examination in 
accordance with Sec. 13.125;
    (d) Present evidence of service on tankships in accordance with 
Sec. 13.503;
    (e) Meet the requirement of a firefighting course in Sec. 13.507;
    (f) Meet the requirement of a course in DL or LG appropriate for 
the endorsement applied for in Sec. 13.509; and
    (g) Be capable of speaking and understanding, in English, all 
instructions needed to commence, conduct, and complete a transfer of 
cargo.


Sec. 13.503  Eligibility requirements: Experience.

    (a) Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-Engineer'' endorsement shall 
present evidence of at least--
    (1) 90 days of service as a licensed engineering officer on 
tankships certified to carry DL or LG appropriate to the endorsement 
applied for;
    (2) 30 days of service as a licensed engineering officer on 
tankships certified to carry DL or LG appropriate to the endorsement 
applied for, and a certificate of completion from a course in DL or LG 
appropriate for the endorsement applied for as prescribed by 
Sec. 13.509(a); or
    (3) 60 days of unlicensed service in the engine department on 
tankships certified to carry DL or LG appropriate to the endorsement 
applied for, and a certificate of completion from a course in DL or LG 
appropriate for the endorsement applied for as prescribed by 
Sec. 13.509(a).
    (b) Each applicant already holding an MMD endorsed ``Tankerman-
Engineer'' for DL and seeking one for LG, or the converse, shall 
provide evidence of at least half the service required by--
    (1) Paragraph (a)(1) of this section; or
    (2) Paragraph (a)(2) or (3) of this section, and a certificate of 
completion from a course in DL or LG appropriate for the endorsement 
applied for as prescribed by Sec. 13.509(a).


Sec. 13.505  Proof of service for ``Tankerman-Engineer'' endorsement.

    (a) Service must be proved by a letter on company letterhead from 
the owner, operator, or master or chief engineer of a tankship. The 
letter must specify--
    (1) The classification of cargo (DL, LG, or both) carried while the 
applicant accumulated the service; and
    (2) The number of days of licensed and unlicensed service in the 
engine department on tankships; or
    (b) Service must be proved by certificates of discharge from 
tankships with the appropriate classification of cargo (DL, LG, or 
both).


Sec. 13.507  Eligibility requirements: Firefighting course.

    Each applicant for a ``Tankerman-Engineer'' endorsement shall 
present a certificate of successful completion from a course in 
shipboard firefighting, approved by the Commandant and meeting the 
basic firefighting section of the IMO's Resolution A.437 (XI), 
``Training of Crews in Fire Fighting'', [[Page 17154]] completed within 
five years of the date of application for the endorsement, unless he or 
she has previously submitted such a certificate for a license or 
tankerman endorsement.


Sec. 13.509  Eligibility requirements: Cargo course.

    Each applicant for an original ``Tankerman-Engineer'' endorsement 
that has not presented service prescribed by Sec. 13.503(a)(1) must 
present a certificate of completion from a course in DL or LG, 
appropriate for tankships, approved by the Commandant, appropriate to 
the endorsement applied for, within two years of the date of 
application.

PART 15--MANNING REQUIREMENTS

    12. The authority citation for part 15 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103, 3703, 8105; 49 CFR 1.45, 1.46.

    13. Section 15.301 is amended by revising paragraphs (a) and (c) 
and adding a new paragraph (d), to read as follows:


Sec. 15.301  Definitions of terms in this part.

    (a) * * *
    Tank barge means a non-self-propelled tank vessel.
    Tank vessel means a vessel that is constructed or adapted to carry, 
or that carries, oil or hazardous material in bulk as cargo or cargo 
residue.
    Tankship means any tank vessel constructed or adapted primarily to 
carry oil or hazardous material in bulk as cargo or cargo residue and 
propelled by power or sail.
    Transfer means any movement of dangerous liquid or liquefied gas as 
cargo in bulk or as cargo residue to, from, or within a vessel by means 
of pumping, gravitation, or displacement. Section 13.127 of this 
chapter describes what qualifies as participation in a creditable 
transfer.
* * * * *
    (c) The following ratings are established in part 12 of this 
chapter. When used in this part, terms for the ratings identify persons 
holding valid merchant mariners' documents for service in the ratings 
issued under that part:
    (1) Able seaman.
    (2) Ordinary seaman.
    (3) Qualified member of the engine department.
    (4) Lifeboatman.
    (5) Wiper.
    (6) Steward's department (F.H.).
    (d) The following ratings are established in part 13 of this 
chapter. When used in this part, the terms for the ratings identify 
persons holding valid merchant mariners' documents for service in the 
ratings issued under that part:
    (1) Tankerman-PIC.
    (2) Tankerman-PIC (Barge).
    (3) Restricted Tankerman-PIC.
    (4) Restricted Tankerman-PIC (Barge).
    (5) Tankerman-Assistant.
    (6) Tankerman-Engineer.
    14. Section 15.860 is added to subpart G, to read as follows:


Sec. 15.860  Tankerman.

    (a) The Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, enters on the 
Certificate of Inspection issued to each manned tank vessel subject to 
the regulations in this chapter the number of crewmembers required to 
hold valid merchant mariners' documents with the proper tankerman 
endorsement. Table 15.860(a)(1) provides the minimal requirements for 
tankermen aboard manned tank vessels; Table 15.860(a)(2) provides the 
tankerman endorsements required for personnel aboard tankships.
    (b) For each tankship of more than 5,000 gross tons certified for 
voyages beyond the Boundary Line:
    (1) The number of ``Tankerman-PICs'' or restricted ``Tankerman-
PICs'' carried must be not fewer than two.
    (2) The number of ``Tankerman-Assistants'' carried must be not 
fewer than three.
    (3) The number of ``Tankerman-Engineers'' carried must be not fewer 
than two.
    (c) For each tankship of 5,000 gross tons or less certified for 
voyages beyond the Boundary Line:
    (1) The number of ``Tankerman-PICs'' or restricted ``Tankerman-
PICs'' carried must be not fewer than two.
    (2) The number of ``Tankerman-Engineers'' carried must be not fewer 
than two, unless only one engineer is required, in which case the 
number of ``Tankerman-Engineers'' carried may be just one.
    (d) For each tankship not certified for voyages beyond the Boundary 
Line, if the total crew complement is:
    (1) One or two, the number of ``Tankerman-PICs'' or restricted 
``Tankerman-PICs'' carried may be just one.
    (2) More than two, the number of ``Tankerman-PICs'' or restricted 
``Tankerman-PICs'' carried must be not fewer than two.
    (e) For each tank barge manned under Sec. 31.15-5 of this chapter, 
if the total crew complement is:
    (1) One or two, the number of ``Tankerman-PICs'', restricted 
``Tankerman-PICs'', ``Tankerman-PICs (Barge)'', or restricted 
``Tankerman-PICs (Barge)'' carried may be just one.
    (2) More than two, the number of ``Tankerman-PICs'', restricted 
``Tankerman-PICs'', ``Tankerman-PICs (Barge)'', or restricted 
``Tankerman-PICs (Barge)'' carried must be not fewer than two.
    (f) The following personnel aboard each tankship certified for 
voyages beyond the Boundary Line shall hold valid merchant mariners' 
documents, endorsed as follows:
    (1) The master and chief mate shall each hold a ``Tankerman-PIC'' 
or restricted ``Tankerman-PIC'' endorsement.
    (2) The chief, first assistant, and cargo engineers shall each hold 
a ``Tankerman-Engineer'' or ``Tankerman (PIC)'' endorsement.
    (3) Each licensed person acting as the PIC of a transfer of liquid 
cargo in bulk shall hold a ``Tankerman-PIC'' or restricted ``Tankerman-
PIC'' endorsement.
    (4) Each licensed or unlicensed person, who is assigned by the PIC 
duties and responsibilities related to the cargo or cargo-handling 
equipment during a transfer of liquid cargo in bulk but is not directly 
supervised by the PIC, shall hold a ``Tankerman-Assistant'' 
endorsement.
    (g) The endorsements required by this section must be for the 
classification of the liquid cargo in bulk or of the cargo residue 
being carried.

  Table 15.860(a)(1).--Minimal Requirements for Tankermen Aboard Manned 
                              Tank Vessels                              
------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                              Tankerman 
                       Tankerman    Tankerman    Tankerman      PIC or  
    Tank vessels          PIC       assistant     engineer    tankerman 
                                                             PIC (barge)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tankship Certified                                                      
 for Voyages Beyond                                                     
 Boundary Line:                                                         
    Over 5000 GT....            2            3            2  ...........
    5000 GT or less.            2  ...........           *2  ...........
                                                                        
                                                                        
[[Page 17155]]Tanksh                                                    
 ip Not Certified                                                       
 for Voyages Beyond                                                     
 Boundary Line......          **2  ...........  ...........  ...........
Tank Barge Certified                                                    
 for Voyages Beyond                                                     
 Boundary Line......  ...........  ...........  ...........         ***2
------------------------------------------------------------------------
*If only one engineer is required, then only one Tankerman Engineer is  
  required.                                                             
**If the total crew complement is one or two persons, then only one     
  Tankerman PIC is required.                                            
***If the total crew complement is one or two persons, then only one    
  Tankerman PIC or Tankerman PIC (Barge) is required.                   


   Table 15.860(a)(2).--Tankermen Endorsements Required for Personnel   
                            Aboard Tankships                            
[Endorsement for the Classification of the Bulk Liquid Cargo or Residues
                                Carried]                                
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tankship certified for                                                  
    voyages beyond        Tankerman             Tankerman     Tankerman 
     boundary line           PIC                engineer      assistant 
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Master................                                           
Chief Mate............                                           
Chief Engineer........            or                      
First Assistant                                                         
 Engineer.............            or                      
Cargo Engineer........            or                      
Licensed Person Acting                                                  
 as PIC of Transfer of                                                  
 Liquid Cargo in Bulk.                                           
Licensed or Unlicensed                                                  
 Person Not Directly                                                    
 Supervised by PIC....  ............  ......  ............       
------------------------------------------------------------------------

SUBCHAPTER D--TANK VESSELS

PART 30--GENERAL PROVISIONS

    15. The authority citation for part 30 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; 49 U.S.C. App. 1804; 49 CFR 
1.45, 1.46. Section 30.01-2 also issued under the authority of 44 
U.S.C. 3507.

    16. Section 30.10-71 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 30.10-71  Tankerman--TB/ALL.

    The following ratings are established in part 13 of this chapter. 
The terms for the ratings identify persons holding valid merchant 
mariners' documents for service in the ratings issued under that part:
    (a) Tankerman-PIC.
    (b) Tankerman-PIC (Barge).
    (c) Restricted Tankerman-PIC.
    (d) Restricted Tankerman-PIC (Barge).
    (e) Tankerman-Assistant.
    (f) Tankerman-Engineer.

PART 31--INSPECTION AND CERTIFICATION

    17. The authority citation for part 31 is revised to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703, 5115, 8105, 
9101, 9102; 49 U.S.C. App. 1804; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 
1980 Comp., p. 277; E.O. 11735, 38 FR 21243, 3 CFR, 1971-1975 Comp., 
p. 793; 49 CFR 1.46.

    18. Section 31.15-1 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 31.15-1  Licensed officers and crews--TB/ALL.

    The Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection (OCMI), that inspects the 
vessel enters on the Certificate of Inspection (COI) for each tank 
vessel the complement of officers and crew that are required by statute 
and regulation and that in the judgment of the OCMI are necessary for 
its safe operation. The OCMI may change the complement from time to 
time by endorsement to the COI for changes in conditions of employment.

PART 35--OPERATIONS

    19. The authority citation for part 35 is revised to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703, 6101, 9101, 
9102; 49 U.S.C. App. 1804; E.O. 11735, 38 FR 21243, 3 CFR, 1971-1975 
Comp., p. 793; E.O. 12234, 45 CFR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 
49 CFR 1.46.

    20. Section 35.05-15 is amended by revising the section heading and 
paragraph (b)(1) to read as follows:


Sec. 35.05-15  Tank vessel security--TB/ALL.

* * * * *
    (b) * * *
    (1) The owner, managing operator, master, and person in charge of a 
vessel towing a tank barge that need not be manned, and each of them, 
shall be responsible for monitoring the security and integrity of the 
tank barge and for ensuring adherence to proper safety precautions. 
These responsibilities include, but are not limited to--
    (i) Ensuring that any tank barge added to the tow has all tank 
openings properly secured; has its freeing-ports and scuppers, if any, 
unobstructed; meets any loadline or freeboard requirements; and neither 
leaks cargo into the water, voids, or cofferdams nor leaks water into 
the tanks, voids, or cofferdams;
    (ii) Ensuring that every tank barge in the tow is properly secured 
within the tow;
    (iii) Ensuring that periodic checks are made of every tank barge in 
the tow for leakage of cargo into the water, voids, or cofferdams and 
for leakage of water into the tanks, voids, or cofferdams;
    (iv) Knowing the cargo of every tank barge in the tow, any hazards 
associated with the cargo, and what to do on discovery of a leak;
    (v) Ensuring that the crew of the vessel know the cargo of every 
tank barge in the tow, any hazards associated with the cargo, and what 
to do on discovery of a leak;
    (vi) Reporting to the Coast Guard any leaks from a tank barge in 
the tow into the water, as required by 33 CFR 151.15; and
    (vii) Ensuring that the crew of the vessel and other personnel in 
the vicinity of the tank barges in the tow follow the proper safety 
precautions for tank vessels, and that no activity takes place in the 
vicinity of the barges that could create a hazard.
* * * * *
    21. Section 35.35-1 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 35.35-1  Persons on duty--TB/ALL.

    (a) On each tankship required to be documented under the laws of 
the [[Page 17156]] United States, the owner, managing operator, master, 
and person in charge of the vessel, and each of them, shall ensure 
that--
    (1) Enough ``Tankerman-PICs'' or restricted ``Tankerman-PICs'', and 
``Tankerman-Assistants'', authorized for the classification of cargo 
carried, are on duty to safely transfer liquid cargo in bulk or safely 
clean cargo tanks; and
    (2) Each transfer of liquid cargo in bulk and each cleaning of a 
cargo tank is supervised by a person qualified to be the person in 
charge of the transfer or the cleaning under subpart C of 33 CFR part 
155.
    (b) On each United States tank barge subject to inspection--
    (1) The owner, managing operator, master, and person in charge of 
the vessel, and each of them, shall ensure that no transfer of liquid 
cargo in bulk or cleaning of a cargo tank takes place unless under the 
supervision of a qualified person designated as the person in charge of 
the transfer or the cleaning under subpart C of 33 CFR part 155; and
    (2) The person designated as the person in charge of the transfer 
shall ensure that--
    (i) Enough qualified personnel are on duty to safely transfer 
liquid cargo in bulk or safely clean cargo tanks; and
    (ii) The approved portable extinguishers required by Table 34.50-
10(a) of this chapter are aboard and readily available before any 
transfer of liquid cargo in bulk or any operation of barge machinery or 
boilers.
    (c) On each foreign tankship, the owner, managing operator, master, 
and person in charge of the vessel, and each of them, shall ensure 
that--
    (1) Enough personnel, qualified for the classification of cargo 
carried, are on duty to safely transfer liquid cargo in bulk or safely 
clean cargo tanks; and
    (2) Each transfer of liquid cargo in bulk and each cleaning of a 
cargo tank is supervised by a qualified person designated as a person 
in charge of the transfer or the cleaning under subpart C of 33 CFR 
part 155.
    (d) On each foreign tank barge--
    (1) The owner, managing operator, master, and person in charge of 
the vessel, and each of them, shall ensure that no transfer of liquid 
cargo in bulk or cleaning of a cargo tank takes place unless under the 
supervision of a qualified person designated as the person in charge of 
the transfer or the cleaning under subpart C of 33 CFR part 155.
    (2) The person designated as the person in charge of the transfer 
shall ensure that enough qualified personnel are on duty to safely 
transfer liquid cargo in bulk or safely clean cargo tanks.
    (e) The person in charge of the transfer of liquid cargo in bulk on 
the tank vessel shall be responsible for the safe loading and discharge 
of the liquid cargo in bulk.
    (f) The person in charge of the transfer of liquid cargo in bulk on 
each United States tank vessel, when lightering to or from a foreign 
tank vessel, shall ensure that the person in charge on the foreign tank 
vessel, or his or her interpreter, is capable of reading, speaking, and 
understanding the English language well enough to allow a safe 
transfer.
    22. Section 35.35-10 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 35.35-10  Closing of freeing-ports, scuppers, and sea valves--TB/
ALL.

    The person in charge of each transfer of liquid cargo in bulk shall 
ensure that all freeing-ports and scuppers are properly plugged during 
the transfer except on tank vessels using water for cooling decks. 
Although under no circumstances may sea valves be secured by locks, the 
valves must be closed, and lashed or sealed, to indicate that they 
should not be opened during the transfer.
    23. Section 35.35-15 is amended by revising paragraph (b) to read 
as follows:


Sec. 35.35-15  Connecting for cargo transfer--TB/ALL.

* * * * *
    (b) When cargo connections are supported by ship's tackle, the 
person in charge of the transfer of liquid cargo in bulk shall 
determine the weights involved to ensure that adequate tackle is used.
* * * * *
    24. The heading and introductory text of Sec. 35.35-20 are revised 
to read as follows:


Sec. 35.35-20  Inspection before transfer of cargo--TB/ALL.

    Before the transfer of liquid cargo in bulk, the person in charge 
of the transfer shall inspect the vessel to ensure the following:
* * * * *
    25. Section 35.35-25 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 35.35-25  Approval to start transfer of cargo--TB/ALL.

    When the person in charge of the transfer of liquid cargo in bulk 
has ensured that the requirements of Secs. 35.35-20 and 35.35-30 have 
been met, he or she may give approval to start the transfer.
    26. Section 35.35-30 is amended by revising the first sentence of 
paragraph (a), the title and introductory text of the ``Declaration of 
Inspection before Transfer of Liquid Cargo in Bulk'' of paragraph (b), 
and by adding a new paragraph (13) to the ``Declaration of Inspection 
'' in paragraph (b) to read as follows:


Sec. 35.35-30  ``Declaration of Inspection'' for tank vessel--TB/ALL.

    (a) After an inspection under Sec. 35.35-20 but before a transfer 
of cargo, the person in charge of the transfer shall prepare, in 
duplicate, a Declaration of Inspection. * * *
    (b) * * *

Declaration of Inspection Before Transfer of Liquid Cargo in Bulk

Date-------------------------------------------------------------------

Vessel-----------------------------------------------------------------

Port of----------------------------------------------------------------

Product[s] being transferred--(Classification[s] and Kind[s])

----------------------------------------------------------------------

----------------------------------------------------------------------

    I, ____________________, the person in charge of the transfer of 
liquid cargo in bulk about to begin, do certify that I have 
personally inspected this vessel with reference to the following 
requirements set forth in 46 CFR 35.35-20, and that opposite each of 
the applicable items listed below I have indicated whether the 
vessel complies with all pertinent regulations.
* * *
    (13) Have the applicable sections of the vessel response plan 
been reviewed before commencing transfer, and arrangements or 
contingencies made for implementation of the Plan should the need 
arise?
* * * * *
    27. Section 35.35-35 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 35.35-35  Duties of person in charge of transfer--TB/ALL.

    The person in charge of the transfer of liquid cargo in bulk shall 
control the transfer as follows:
    (a) Supervise the operations of cargo-system valves.
    (b) Commence transfer of cargo at slow rate of cargo flow.
    (c) Observe cargo connections for leakage.
    (d) Observe pressure on cargo system.
    (e) If transfer is loading (rather than discharging), observe rate 
of loading to avoid overflow of tanks.
    28. Section 35.35-42 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 35.35-42  Restrictions on vessels alongside a tank vessel loading 
or unloading cargo of Grade A, B, or C--TB/ALL.

    (a) No vessel may come alongside or remain alongside a tank vessel 
in way of its cargo tanks while it is loading or unloading cargo of 
Grade A, B, or C [[Page 17157]] without permission of the person in 
charge of the transfer on the tank vessel.
    (b) No vessel may come alongside or remain alongside a tank vessel 
in way of its cargo tanks while it is loading or unloading cargo of 
Grade A, B, or C unless the conditions then prevailing are acceptable 
to the persons in charge of cargo-handling on both vessels.
    29. Section 35.35-55 is amended by revising paragraph (a) to read 
as follows:


Sec. 35.35-55  Transfer of other cargo or stores on tank vessels--TB/
ALL.

    (a) No packaged goods, freight, or ship's stores may be loaded or 
unloaded during the loading or unloading of cargo of Grade A, B, or C 
except by permission of the person in charge of the transfer of liquid 
cargo in bulk. No explosives may be loaded, unloaded, or carried as 
cargo on any tank vessel containing cargo of Grade A, B, or C.
* * * * *

SUBCHAPTER H--PASSENGER VESSELS

PART 78--OPERATIONS

    30. The authority citation for part 78 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 3306, 6101, 8105; 49 
U.S.C. App. 1804; E.O. 11735, 38 FR 21243; 3 CFR, 1971-1975 Comp., 
p. 793; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 
1.46.

    31. Subpart 78.95 consisting of Sec. 78.95-1 is added to read as 
follows:

Subpart 78.95--Person in Charge of Transfer of Liquid Cargo in Bulk


Sec. 78.95-1  General.

    A qualified person in charge of a transfer of liquid cargo in bulk 
shall be designated in accordance with subpart C of 33 CFR part 155.

SUBCHAPTER I--CARGO AND MISCELLANEOUS VESSELS

PART 90--GENERAL PROVISIONS

    32. The authority citation for part 90 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; 49 U.S.C. App. 1804; E.O. 
12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.

    33. Section 90.10-42 is added to read as follows:


Sec. 90.10-42  Tankerman.

    The following ratings are established in part 13 of this chapter. 
The terms for the ratings identify persons holding valid merchant 
mariners' documents for service in the ratings issued under that part:
    (a) Tankerman-PIC.
    (b) Tankerman-PIC (Barge).
    (c) Restricted Tankerman-PIC.
    (d) Restricted Tankerman-PIC (Barge)
    (e) Tankerman-Assistant.
    (f) Tankerman-Engineer.

PART 97--OPERATIONS

    34. The authority citation for part 97 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 3306, 6101; 49 U.S.C. 
App. 1804; E.O. 11735, 38 FR 21243, 3 CFR, 1971-1975 Comp., p. 793; 
E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46.

    35. Subpart 97.95 consisting of Sec. 97.95-1 is added to read as 
follows:

Subpart 97.95--Person in Charge of Transfer of Liquid Cargo in Bulk


Sec. 97.95-1  General.

    A qualified person in charge of a transfer of liquid cargo in bulk 
shall be designated in accordance with subpart C of 33 CFR part 155.

PART 98--SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION, ARRANGEMENT, AND OTHER PROVISIONS 
FOR CERTAIN DANGEROUS CARGOES IN BULK

    36. The authority citation for part 98 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1903; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; 49 U.S.C. App. 
1804; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 
1.46.

    37. Section 98.30-17 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 98.30-17  Qualifications of person in charge.

    (a) The operator or agent of each vessel shall designate the person 
in charge of a transfer of liquid cargo in bulk to or from a portable 
tank.
    (b) Each person designated as person in charge of a transfer of 
liquid cargo in bulk to or from a portable tank shall--
    (1) On a tank barge, hold a ``Tankerman-PIC'', restricted 
``Tankerman-PIC'', ``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'', or restricted 
``Tankerman-PIC (Barge)'' merchant mariner's document authorizing 
transfer of the classification of cargo involved;
    (2) On a self-propelled tank vessel, hold--
    (i) A license authorizing service as a master, mate, pilot, 
operator, or engineer aboard that vessel; and
    (ii) A ``Tankerman-PIC'' or restricted ``Tankerman-PIC'' merchant 
mariner's document authorizing transfer of the classification of cargo 
involved; and
    (3) On a vessel other than a tank vessel required by this chapter 
to have a licensed individual aboard, hold--
    (i) If the liquid cargo in bulk is of Grade D or E and is carried 
in limited amounts, a license authorizing service as a master, mate, 
pilot, operator, or engineer aboard that vessel; and
    (ii) If the liquid cargo in bulk is of Grade C or above or is 
regulated under part 153 of this chapter, a ``Tankerman-PIC'' or 
restricted ``Tankerman-PIC'' merchant mariner's document authorizing 
transfer of the classification of cargo involved.

PART 105--COMMERCIAL FISHING VESSELS DISPENSING PETROLEUM PRODUCTS

    38. The authority citation for part 105 is revised to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703, 4502; 49 
U.S.C. App. 1804; E.O. 11735, 38 FR 21243, 3 CFR, 1971-1975 Comp., 
p. 793; 49 CFR 1.46.

    39. Section 105.45-1 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 105.45-1  Loading or dispensing petroleum products.

    (a) A commercial fishing vessel must have aboard a letter of 
compliance valid under subpart 105.15 of this part and must be in 
compliance with the requirements in the letter while dispensing 
petroleum products. This letter of compliance issued to a vessel will 
state--
    (1) The number of crewmembers required to hold documents endorsed 
as tankermen under part 13 of this chapter; and
    (2) For each vessel of 200 gross tons or over, the complement of 
officers under Title 46 U.S.C. 8304.
    (b) Each person in charge of a transfer of liquid cargo in bulk to 
or from a cargo tank shall hold--
    (1) A valid merchant mariner's document endorsed as ``Tankerman-
PIC'' or restricted ``Tankerman-PIC'' authorizing transfer of the 
classification of cargo involved; or
    (2) A valid license authorizing service as master, mate, pilot, or 
engineer.
    40. Subparts 105.50 consisting of Secs. 105.50-1 and 105.50-5 and 
105.60 consisting of Secs. 105.60-1, 105.60-5, and 105.60-10 are 
removed.

PART 151--BARGES CARRYING BULK LIQUID HAZARDOUS MATERIAL CARGOES

    41. The authority citation for part 151 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1903; 46 U.S.C. 3703; 49 CFR 1.46.

    42. Section 151.03-53 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 151.03-53  Tankerman.

    The following ratings are established in part 13 of this chapter. 
The terms for [[Page 17158]] the ratings identify persons holding valid 
merchant mariners' documents for service in the ratings issued under 
that part:
    (a) Tankerman-PIC.
    (b) Tankerman-PIC (Barge).
    (c) Restricted Tankerman-PIC.
    (d) Restricted Tankerman-PIC (Barge).
    (e) Tankerman-Assistant.
    (f) Tankerman-Engineer.
    43. Paragraph (f)(1) of Sec. 151.45-2 is revised to read as 
follows:


Sec. 151.45-2  Special operating requirements.

* * * * *
    (f) * * *
    (1) The licensed operator, person in command, and mate of a vessel 
towing a tank barge that need not be manned, and each of them, shall be 
responsible for monitoring the security and integrity of the tank barge 
and for ensuring adherence to proper safety precautions. These 
responsibilities include, but are not limited to--
    (i) Ensuring that every tank barge added to the tow has all tank 
openings properly secured; has its freeing-ports and scuppers, if any, 
unobstructed; meets any loadline or freeboard requirements; and neither 
leaks cargo into the water, voids, or cofferdams nor leaks water into 
the tanks, voids, or cofferdams;
    (ii) Ensuring that every tank barge in the tow is properly secured 
within the tow;
    (iii) Ensuring that periodic checks are made of every tank barge in 
the tow for leakage of cargo into the water, voids, or cofferdams and 
for leakage of water into the tanks, voids, or cofferdams;
    (iv) Knowing the cargo of every tank barge in the tow, all hazards 
associated with the cargo, and what to do on discovery of a leak;
    (v) Ensuring that the crew of the vessel know the cargo of every 
tank barge in the tow, all hazards associated with the cargo, and what 
to do on discovery of a leak;
    (vi) Reporting to the Coast Guard any leaks from a tank barge in 
the tow into the water, as required by 33 CFR 151.15; and
    (vii) Ensuring that the crew of the vessel and other personnel in 
the vicinity of the tank barges in the tow follow the proper safety 
precautions for tank vessels, and that no activity takes place in the 
vicinity of the barges that could create a hazard.
* * * * *
    44. Section 151.45-4 is amended by revising its heading and 
paragraph (a) to read as follows:


Sec. 151.45-4  Cargo-handling.

    (a) On a United States tank barge subject to inspection--
    (1) The owner and operator of the vessel, and his or her agent, and 
each of them, shall ensure that no transfer of liquid cargo in bulk or 
cleaning of a cargo tank takes place unless under the supervision of a 
qualified person designated as the person in charge of the transfer or 
the cleaning under Subpart C of 33 CFR part 155.
    (2) The person in charge of the transfer shall ensure that enough 
qualified personnel are on duty to safely transfer liquid cargo in bulk 
or to safely clean cargo tanks.
* * * * *

PART 153--SHIPS CARRYING BULK LIQUID, LIQUEFIED GAS, OR COMPRESSED 
GAS HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

    45. The authority citation for part 153 is revised to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3703, 9101; 49 U.S.C. App. 1804; 33 U.S.C. 
1903; 49 CFR 1.46.

    46. Section 153.957 is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 153.957  Persons in charge of transferring liquid cargo in bulk or 
cleaning cargo tanks.

    (a) The owner and operator of the vessel, and his or her agent, and 
each of them, shall ensure that--
    (1) Enough ``Tankerman-PICs'' or restricted ``Tankerman-PICs'', and 
``Tankerman-Assistants'', authorized for the classification of cargo 
carried, are on duty to safely transfer liquid cargo in bulk or to 
safely clean cargo tanks;
    (2) Each transfer of liquid cargo in bulk and each cleaning of a 
cargo tank is supervised by a qualified person designated as a person 
in charge of the transfer or the cleaning under Subpart C of 33 CFR 
part 155;
    (3) When cargo regulated under this part is due for transfer, the 
person in charge of the transfer has received special training in the 
particular hazards associated with the cargo and in all special 
procedures for its handling; and
    (4) On each foreign vessel, the person in charge understands his or 
her responsibilities as described in this subchapter.
    (b) Upon request by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, in 
whose zone the transfer will take place, the owner and operator of the 
vessel, and his or her agent, and each of them, shall provide 
documentary evidence that the person in charge has received the 
training specified by paragraph (a)(3) of this section and is capable 
of competently performing the procedures necessary for the cargo.

PART 154--SAFETY STANDARDS FOR SELF-PROPELLED VESSELS CARRYING BULK 
LIQUEFIED GASES

    47. The authority citation for part 154 is revised to read as 
follows:

    Authority: 46 U.S.C. 3703, 9101; 49 CFR 1.46.

    48. Section 154.1831 and is revised to read as follows:


Sec. 154.1831  Persons in charge of transferring liquid cargo in bulk 
or preparing cargo tanks.

    (a) The owner and operator of the vessel, and his or her agent, and 
each of them, shall ensure that--
    (1) Enough ``Tankerman-PICs'' or restricted ``Tankerman-PICs'', and 
``Tankerman-Assistants'', authorized for the classification of cargo 
carried, are on duty to safely conduct a transfer of liquid cargo in 
bulk or a cool-down, warm-up, gas-free, or air-out of each cargo tank;
    (2) Each transfer of liquid cargo in bulk, and each cool-down, 
warm-up, gas-free, or air-out of a cargo tank, is supervised by a 
person designated as a person in charge of the transfer that possesses 
the qualifications required by 33 CFR 155.710;
    (3) On each foreign tankship, the person in charge of either a 
transfer of liquid cargo in bulk or a cool-down, warm-up, gas-free, or 
air-out of a cargo tank possesses the qualifications required by 33 CFR 
155.710;
    (4) When cargo regulated under this part is being transferred, the 
person in charge of the transfer has received special training in the 
particular hazards associated with the cargo and in all special 
procedures for its handling; and
    (5) On each foreign vessel, the person in charge understands his or 
her responsibilities as described in this subchapter.
    (b) Upon request by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, in 
whose zone the transfer will take place, the owner and operator of the 
vessel, and his or her agent, and each of them, shall provide 
documentary evidence that the person in charge has received the 
training specified by paragraph (a)(4) of this section and is capable 
of competently performing the procedures necessary for the cargo.

    Dated: March 24, 1995.
J.C. Card,
Rear Admiral, Coast Guard, Chief, Office of Marine Safety, Security and 
Environmental Protection.
[FR Doc. 95-8123; Filed 4-3-95; 8:45 am]
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