Valves in cargo or ballast piping system.

1. Law
2. CFR 33
3. Navigation and Navigable Waters
4. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security
5. Pollution
6. Rules for the Protection of the Marine Environment Relating to Tank Vessels Carrying Oil in Bulk
7. Vessel Operation
8. Valves in cargo or ballast piping system.

§ 157.45 Valves in cargo or ballast piping system.

When a tank vessel is at sea and the tanks contain oil, valves and closing devices in the cargo or ballast piping system or in the transfer system must be kept closed except they may be opened for cargo or ballast transfer to trim the vessel.

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