(a) All vessels that carry more than 12 passengers on an international voyage must have a valid Safety Management Certificate and a copy of their company's valid Document of Compliance certificate on board.
(b) All such vessels must meet the applicable requirements of 33 CFR part 96.
(c) A Safety Management Certificate is issued for a period of not more than 60 months.
[CGD 95-073, 62 FR 67515, Dec. 24, 1997]