33 CFR § 150.420 - What actions must be taken when cargo transfer equipment is defective?

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title: "33 CFR § 150.420 - What actions must be taken when cargo transfer equipment is defective?"
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title_name: "Navigation and Navigable Waters"
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section_name: "What actions must be taken when cargo transfer equipment is defective?"
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# 150.420 What actions must be taken when cargo transfer equipment is defective?

When any piece of equipment involved in oil or natural gas transfer equipment is defective:

(a) The piece of equipment must be replaced or repaired before making any further cargo transfers; and

(b) The repaired or replaced piece must meet or exceed its original specifications. Repairs must be conducted in accordance with the port's maintenance program outlined in the operations manual, and that program must provide for the repair of natural gas transfer hoses in accordance with § 127.405 of this chapter.