# Review and Update of Standards for Marine Equipment

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## Record

- **Collection:** Federal Register
- **Document type:** Rule
- **Published:** October 31, 2008
- **Citation:** 73 FR 65156

## Text

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Coast Guard
46 CFR Parts 32, 50, 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 59, 61, 62, 63, 76, 92, 110, 111, 112, 113, 162, 170, 175, 176, 177, 179, 181, 182, 183, 185
[Docket No. USCG-2003-16630]
RIN 1625-AA83
Review and Update of Standards for Marine Equipment

AGENCY:

Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION:

Final rule.

SUMMARY:

The Coast Guard amends its rules relating to standards for marine equipment and updates the incorporation in those rules of references to national and international safety standards. This rule is part of an ongoing effort for regulatory review and reform that increases the focus on results, decreases the focus on process, and expands compliance options for the regulated public.

DATES:

This final rule is effective December 1, 2008. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 1, 2008.

ADDRESSES:

Comments and material received from the public, as well as documents mentioned in this preamble as being available in the docket, are part of docket USCG-2003-16630 and are available for inspection or copying at the Docket Management Facility, (M-30), U.S. Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. You may also find this docket on the Internet at
http://www.regulations.gov/
.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

If you have questions on this rule, call Thane Gilman, Project Manager, Office of Design and Engineering Standards (CG-521), U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, telephone 202-372-1383. If you have questions on viewing the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202-366-9826.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Table of Contents

I. Acronyms

II. Regulatory History

III. Background and Purpose

IV. Discussion of Comments and Changes

V. Incorporation by Reference

VI. Regulatory Analyses

A. Regulatory Planning and Review

B. Benefits

C. Small Entities

D. Collection of Information

E. Federalism

F. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

G. Taking of Private Property

H. Civil Justice Reform

I. Protection of Children

J. Indian Tribal Governments

K. Energy Effects

L. Technical Standards

M. Environment

I. Acronyms

ABS American Bureau of Shipping

ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council

AGA American Gas Association

ANSI American National Standards Institute

API American Petroleum Institute

ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers

ASTM American Standards for Testing and Materials

CGA Compressed Gas Association

CNG Compressed Natural Gas

EJMA Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association, Inc.

FCI Fluid controls Institute, Inc.

IEC International Electrotechnical Commission

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers

IMO International Maritime Organization

ISA Instrument Society of America

ISO International Organization for Standardization

LPG Liquid Petroleum Gas

MAWP Maximum Allowable Working Pressure

MSC Marine Safety Center

MSS Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fitting Industry, Inc.

NARA National Archives and Records Administration

NAVSEA Naval Sea Systems Command

NEC National Electric Code

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

NEPA National Environmental Policy Act of 1969

NFPA National Fire Protection Association

NPFC Naval Publications and Forms Center

NPRM Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

NPS Nominal Pipe Size

NTTAA National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act

PCBs Polychloride biphenyls

SAE Society of Automotive Engineers

SNPRM Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

SOLAS Safety of Life At Sea

UL Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

II. Regulatory History

On June 30, 2004, we published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) entitled “Review and Update of Standards for Marine Equipment” in the
Federal Register
(69 FR 39742). We received 13 letters commenting on the proposed rule. Two commenters suggested we hold a public meeting to discuss changes they recommended. However, as those recommendations are beyond the scope of this rulemaking, we did not adopt this suggestion and no public meeting was held.

In numerous cases, the exact designation of standards that we incorporate by reference has changed between the NPRM and this final rule. These changes have been made to bring our regulatory text into compliance with Office of the Federal Register technical requirements governing incorporations by reference, and are intended to help the public better identify exactly which standards we intend to enforce. They are not intended to be substantive changes and receive no further discussion.

Other changes are relatively few in number and may or may not be substantive. They are discussed in “IV. Discussion of Comments and Changes.” Overall, the changes we have made since publishing the NPRM are either non-substantive or are the logical outgrowth of the NPRM. A supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) is, therefore, unnecessary, and would delay completion of this rulemaking. Thus, we find good cause under 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(B) to proceed with publication of this final rule without an SNPRM.

III. Background and Purpose

The Coast Guard has actively participated in the development of industry standards of safety for marine equipment at the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the ASTM International, and other standards-setting bodies that belong to the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

This rule is part of an ongoing effort for regulatory review and reform, with the goals of: (1) Updating references to incorporated standards that have been modified; (2) removing obsolete rules; (3) making our regulations performance-based; and (4) expanding efforts to promote consensual rulemaking.

IV. Discussion of Comments and Changes

The NPRM discusses the changes made by this rule in detail. In general, our changes fall into eight categories:

(1) Revisions to authority citations.

(2) Correction of prior inadvertent errors or deletions.

(3) Deletion of obsolete or superfluous material.

(4) Adoption of The International System of Units (metric) measurements.

(5) Reduction of regulatory thresholds.

(6) Stylistic revisions.

(7) Updating cross references.

(8) Updating references to industry standards.

This rule affects only inspected commercial vessels. It imposes no new requirements and, therefore, requires no phase-in period.

The Coast Guard received 13 letters commenting on the NPRM. Many of the comments suggested changes that go beyond the scope of this rulemaking, including the adoption of newer industry standards. This rulemaking is designed to update references to industry standards, but is not intended to introduce new standards that would change the substance of our regulations. We have not adopted any of these suggestions and, in most cases, do not discuss their merits in this document. Nevertheless, we appreciate these comments and may consider them in the future, should we ever undertake a more substantive revision of our rules.

Four commenters stated that two major documents developed by the American Petroleum Institute (API), API RP-14F and API RP-14FZ, were not recognized when creating these rules and merit consideration. We did not consider this recommendation because it is beyond the scope of this rulemaking.

Two commenters strongly recommended that the Coast Guard hold a public meeting to identify cable designs, their functional attributes, and their ultimate recognition as acceptable designs for the marine industry. As previously discussed, these suggestions are beyond the scope of this rulemaking and we did not adopt this recommendation.

One commenter stated that, because this rulemaking is applicable to low voltage power control and medium voltage insulated conductor constructions, the optional insulation systems and armor designs available for these cables should be discussed during this revision cycle to serve the purpose of updating and including state-of-the-art technology. This is beyond the scope of this rulemaking, but we point out that new state-of-the-art technologies can be submitted for equivalency review.

One commenter stated that the name of ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) has changed to American Standards for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International. The actual name is now ASTM International, and we have changed the text accordingly.

One commenter suggested that we review the wording of § 56.10-1(b). We have reworded the paragraph to incorporate what we believe to be the commenter's concern.

One commenter suggested that we incorporate a reference to “similar junction equipment” in § 56.10-5(c)(6). We have revised the paragraph accordingly.

One commenter suggested a minor rewording of § 56.25-5, which we have incorporated.

One commenter asked us to remove the reference to threaded studs in § 56.25-20(d), saying that a stud is an unthreaded pin used in guiding the application. We disagree and have retained the language used in the NPRM. Studs have threads similar to bolts, but have no heads.

One commenter asked us to make minor revisions to the wording of § 56.25-20(e). Because our intention is to reproduce ASME-B31.1, part 108.5.1, we decline this request and have retained the language of the NPRM.

One commenter asked us to replace, in § 56.30-20(d), the phrase “No pipe * * *” with “No steel pipe * * *.” We do not think this change is necessary, but have revised the language in the NPRM to omit a reference to ANSI standard weight.

One commenter requested minor revisions to § 56.60-3(b). Because our intention is to reproduce ASME-B31.1 part 124.2.C, we decline this request and have retained the language of the NPRM.

One commenter asked us to revise the language of § 92.15-10(d). The commenter's proposed revision was identical to the text in the NPRM. However, we have revised the paragraph to include a reference to 46 CFR 97.80-1.

Three commenters requested that in § 110.10-1, we replace the reference to IEEE Std 45-1998 with a reference to a newer standard, IEEE Std 45-2002. A fourth commenter asked us to add several International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards to this section. These changes are outside the scope of the rulemaking. Note that in some cases, the additional standards these commenters suggest need not be made explicit in the regulatory text; compliance with those standards is already required by the standards that we do list.

One commenter asked us to amend § 111.01-9 to make it clear that there is no exact correlation between NEMA types and IEC IP types. We have retained the NPRM version of this section, which does not correlate the NEMA and IEC types, but provides the minimum NEMA and IEC IP protection required. The rule provides two separate, independent schemes for achieving protection. The user will follow either NEMA or IEC IP types.

Three commenters requested that we change the title of § 111.05-7 and substitute “All cables shall be installed in accordance with requirements of section 25 of IEEE 45-2002” for the NPRM text, because the section should apply not only to armored cable but to all cable, thus providing the total installation requirements. We did not accept this recommendation because it is outside the scope of this rulemaking.

Four commenters pointed out that the reference in § 111.30-19(a)(1) to “Section 7.10” is to IEEE 45-1998, not the newer IEEE 45-2002 revision. They asked us to incorporate the 2002 standards in order to provide a higher level of safety. This recommendation is outside the scope of this rulemaking.

One commenter asked us to change the minimum cable size in § 111.30-19(b)(3) from 14 AWG to 15 AWG, to be on par with IEC. This recommendation is outside the scope of this rulemaking.

Three commenters suggested that the inclusion of § 111.60-1(c) as it appeared in the NPRM is redundant, because T/N cable construction is covered in IEEE 1580, which is referred to in paragraph (a) of the section. We agree and have deleted the NPRM language of paragraph (c).

Three commenters pointed out that § 111.60-1(d), as it appeared in the NPRM, incorrectly referenced IEEE Std 45, which does not provide cable construction data. We agree that the correct reference is to IEEE 1580 and have revised this paragraph accordingly.

One commenter asked us to amend § 111.60-2 to require the use of continuous corrugated metal clad armor or installation within continuous metal piping. This recommendation is outside the scope of this rulemaking.

One commenter stated that, in § 111.60-2, the reference to IEC 60332-2 is incorrect and should be changed to IEC 60332-3-23. We agree that the reference in the NPRM is incorrect, but have corrected the reference to read IEC 60332-3-22. The same commenter also asked us to delete the reference in this section to ANSI/UL 1581 test VW-1, on the grounds that it is inferior to the other listed standards in evaluating flame propagation behavior of completed cable assemblies. This recommendation is outside the scope of this rulemaking.

Two commenters asked us to amend § 111.60-3 so that all cable to be installed as marine shipboard cable must meet the performance requirements in Table 24 of IEEE 45. We have retained the NPRM language. Table 24 of IEEE Std 45-2002 is meant for

cable application, not cable performance requirements. Table 24 of IEEE Std 45-2002 does not apply in whole to each cable construction standard recognized in § 111.60-1 of this subpart and is not applicable to this section.

Three commenters asked us to replace the NPRM's “must meet” in § 111.60-3(a)(3) with “must be applied in accordance with,” for better clarity as to the correct ampacity. We agree and have changed the language accordingly.

Three commenters asked us to replace the NPRM's “be derated according to” in § 111.60-3(b)(1) with “be applied in accordance with.” We agree and have changed that language accordingly. However, we disagree with their additional comment that the reference in paragraph (b)(1) to Note 6 should be deleted because it requires no additional derating. We have retained the reference as Note 6 provides for additional derating of cables when the cable is double banked.

One commenter suggested the use of “clause” instead of “paragraph” in § 111.60-3(b)(2) to conform to IEC usage. We have made the requested change here and throughout subpart 111.60.

Three commenters asked us to remove the exception in § 111.60-5(a)(1) for section 25.11 of IEEE Std 45, saying the exception is not justified technically and that its removal would be consistent with § 111.60-19. We have retained the exception. Section 111.60-19 explicitly states one area where cable splicing is allowed and is only applicable to hazardous locations; splicing is only allowed in intrinsically safe locations. These locations, by definition, are low voltage applications.

Three commenters asked us to broaden § 111.60-5(a)(2) so that it refers to all of IEC 60092-352, not just to clause 8 of that standard, because proper installation requires use of the entire standard. We agree and have changed the text accordingly.

Two commenters asked us to revise § 111.60-5(c)(3) to permit the use of certain types of metal sheath as a grounding conductor. We have retained the NPRM language. The Coast Guard has a longstanding policy of not allowing any cable armor to be used as a grounding conductor. The requested change is a significant modification to our rules and is, therefore, beyond the scope of this rulemaking.

One commenter asked us to revise § 111.60-11(c), but without apparent change. We have retained the NPRM language.

Two commenters suggested deleting § 111.60-23 because its subject is addressed by IEEE 1580. Alternatively, they suggested revising the section “to correct the construction and installation.” We have retained the section as it appears in the NPRM. The requested change is beyond the scope of this rulemaking. Also, the restrictions of 46 CFR 111.60-23(c) cover a broader range of potential motions than those addressed in IEEE-1580, clauses 5.17.13 and 5.17.14. A detailed review of this issue is discussed in the
Federal Register
publications of June 4, 1996, page 28265, and May 1, 1997, page 23901. Prior to the publication of the existing rule, the Coast Guard conducted a complete review and revision of the regulations, bolstered by onsite observations, in order to determine the safe application of type MC cable aboard a vessel.

One commenter asked us to revise § 111.60-23(b) to require continuous corrugation, and to make other wording changes. We have retained the NPRM language. Continuous corrugation is already required by paragraph (a) of this section.

One commenter implied that we should omit §§ 111.105-3, 111.105-31(e), and 111.105-41 because their content is covered by section 33 of IEEE Std 45-2002. We are retaining these provisions. Adoption of the 2002 standard would, in these cases, constitute substantive changes beyond the scope of this rulemaking.

Three commenters asked us to revise § 111.105-17(a) to permit the use of Type MC-HL cable. This recommendation is outside the scope of this rulemaking.

Three commenters asked us to revise § 111.105-41 so that it specifically references clauses 22.7.2 and 33.7.3 of IEEE 45. We are retaining the current general reference to IEEE 45 because several of its clauses are applicable.

One commenter called our attention to an incorrect reference in § 111.107-1. We have corrected the section so that it refers to IEEE-1202.

Finally, one commenter suggested adding references, in § 113.30-25(j)(2), to IEC 60331-23 and IEC 60331-25. We are retaining the NPRM language for paragraph (j)(2). The recommendation is outside the scope of this rulemaking.

V. Incorporation by Reference

The Director of the Federal Register has approved the material in 46 CFR 52.01-1, 53.01-1, 54.01-1, 56.01-2, 58.03-1, 59.01-2, 62.05-1, 63.05-1, 76.01-2, 92.01-2, 110.10-1, 162.017-1, 170.015, and 175.600 for incorporation by reference under 5 U.S.C. 552 and 1 CFR part 51. Copies of the material are available from the sources listed in those sections.

VI. Regulatory Analyses

We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses based on 13 of these statutes or executive orders.

A. Regulatory Planning and Review

This rule is not a significant regulatory action under section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, and does not require an assessment of potential costs and benefits under section 6(a)(3) of that Order. The Office of Management and Budget has not reviewed it under that Order. We expect the economic impact of this rule to be so minimal that a full Regulatory Assessment is unnecessary.

We received 13 letters commenting on the NPRM. None of these letters suggested there would be additional costs to industry for compliance with these revised industry standards.

Operators, owners, and manufacturers of vessels affected by this rule currently practice and adhere to national and international standards developed by organizations composed of representatives from a cross-section of interest groups affected by these standards.

We estimate that this final rule will have no additional costs to industry. New vessels coming into service are equipped and built under the provisions and standards of this rule.

These provisions and standards are not retroactive for owners and operators of existing vessels. Additionally, these owners and operators are not required to upgrade to the new standards if their equipment breaks down. Owners and operators of existing vessels have the option of repairing existing equipment or possibly installing similar equipment. These owners and operators may incur expected repair and replacement costs related to their existing equipment, but they will not incur additional mandatory costs associated with the provisions and requirements of this rule. If any owner or operator of an existing vessel of the current fleet chooses to upgrade, it is a voluntary upgrade.

B. Benefits

This rule will eliminate confusion caused by outdated and conflicting rules on the safety of marine engineering for owners, operators, and manufacturers of vessels. These changes will update outdated rules to meet current national and international standards. In addition, this rule will give the maritime industry clear instructions and descriptions of how to comply with various rules.

C. Small Entities

Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we considered whether this rule will have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. The term “small entities” comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than 50,000.

Therefore, the Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this final rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities because it is not retroactive and because it imposes no mandatory costs on owners or operators of vessels.

D. Collection of Information

This rule calls for no new collection of information under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

E. Federalism

A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132, Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on State or local governments and would either preempt State law or impose a substantial direct cost of compliance on them. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and have determined that it does not have implications for federalism. This rule will revise outdated standards on safety of marine equipment with international and national standards created and approved in part by State and local governments that participate in organizations that develop national standards for marine operation and safety.

F. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538) requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their regulatory actions not specifically required by law. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 or more in any one year. Though this rule will not result in such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere in this preamble.

G. Taking of Private Property

This rule will not effect a taking of private property or otherwise have taking implications under Executive Order 12630, Governmental Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property Rights.

H. Civil Justice Reform

This rule meets applicable standards in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to minimize litigation, eliminate ambiguity, and reduce burden.

I. Protection of Children

We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13045, Protection of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety Risks. This rule is not an economically significant rule and will not create an environmental risk to health or risk to safety that may disproportionately affect children.

J. Indian Tribal Governments

This rule does not have tribal implications under Executive Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments, because it does not have a substantial direct effect on one or more Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal Government and Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.

K. Energy Effects

We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13211, Actions Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use. We have determined that it is not a “significant energy action” under that order because it is not a “significant regulatory action” under Executive Order 12866 and is not likely to have a significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use of energy. The Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs has not designated it as a significant energy action. Therefore, it does not require a Statement of Energy Effects under Executive Order 13211.

L. Technical Standards

The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15 U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use voluntary consensus standards in their regulatory activities unless the agency provides Congress, through the Office of Management and Budget, with an explanation of why using these standards would be inconsistent with applicable law or otherwise be impractical. Voluntary consensus standards are technical standards (e.g., specifications of materials, performance, design, or operation; test methods; sampling procedures; and related management systems practices) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus standards bodies.

This rule uses voluntary consensus standards from the following organizations: American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) International, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Petroleum Institute (API), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), American Gas Association, ASTM International, International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), International Maritime Organization (IMO), Instrument Society of America (ISA), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fitting Industry, Inc. (MSS), Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Naval Publications and Forms Center (NPFC), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), and Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. (UL). The sections that reference these consensus standards and the locations where these standards are available are listed in 46 CFR 52.01-1, 53.01-1, 54.01-1, 56.01-2, 58.03-1, 59.01-2, 62.05-1, 63.05-1, 76.01-2, 92.01-2, 110.10-1, 162.017-1, 170.015, and 175.600.

M. Environment

We have analyzed this rule under Department of Homeland Security Management Directive 5100.1 and Commandant Instruction M16475.lD, which guide the Coast Guard in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and have concluded under the Instruction that there are no factors in this case that would limit the use of a categorical exclusion under section 2.B.2 of the Instruction. Therefore, this rule is categorically excluded, under figure 2-1, paragraph (34)(d) of the Instruction, from further environmental documentation. This rule will replace outdated safety standards for marine equipment with current national and international standards, and therefore will not have any impact on the environment. An environmental analysis checklist and a categorical exclusion determination are available in the docket where indicated under
ADDRESSES
.

List of Subjects

46 CFR Part 32

Cargo vessels, Fire prevention, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Occupational safety and health, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Seamen.

46 CFR Part 50
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.

46 CFR Parts 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 59, 61, 62, 63, and 110
Incorporation by reference, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.

46 CFR Part 76
Fire prevention, Incorporation by reference, Marine safety, Passenger vessels.

46 CFR Part 92
Cargo vessels, Fire prevention, Incorporation by reference, Marine safety, Occupational safety and health, Seamen.

46 CFR Parts 111, 112
Incorporation by reference, Vessels.

46 CFR Part 113
Communications equipment, Fire prevention, Incorporation by reference, Vessels.

46 CFR Part 162
Fire prevention, Incorporation by reference, Marine safety, Oil pollution, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

46 CFR Part 170
Marine safety, Incorporation by reference, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Vessels.

46 CFR Parts 175, 177, and 185
Marine safety, Incorporation by reference, Passenger vessels, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

46 CFR Parts 176, 181
Fire prevention, Marine safety, Incorporation by reference, Passenger vessels, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

46 CFR Part 179, 182, 183
Incorporation by reference, Marine safety, Passenger vessels.

For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends 46 CFR parts 32, 50, 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 59, 61, 62, 63, 76, 92, 110, 111, 112, 113, 162, 170, 175, 176, 177, 179, 181, 182, 183, and 185 as follows:

PART 32—SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, MACHINERY, AND HULL REQUIREMENTS

1. Revise the authority citation for part 32 to read as follows:

Authority:

46 U.S.C. 2103, 3306, 3703, 3719; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1; Subpart 32.59 also issued under the authority of Sec. 4109, Pub. L. 101-380, 104 Stat. 515.

2. Add new § 32.53-30 to read as follows:

§ 32.53-30
Positive pressure—T/ALL.
Each inert gas system must be designed to enable the operator to maintain a gas pressure of 100 millimeters (4 inches) of water on filled cargo tanks and during loading and unloading of cargo tanks.

PART 50—GENERAL PROVISIONS

3. The authority citation for part 50 continues to read as follows:

Authority:

43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1; Section 50.01-20 also issued under the authority of 44 U.S.C. 3507.

§ 50.20-33
[Removed and Reserved]

4. Remove and reserve § 50.20-33.

§ 50.25-1
[Amended]

5. In § 50.25-1(e), remove the term “G-MSE” and add, in its place, the term “CG-521”.

PART 52—POWER BOILERS

6. The authority citation for part 52 continues to read as follows:

Authority:

46 U.S.C. 3306, 3307, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.

7. Revise § 52.01-1 to read as follows:

§ 52.01-1
Incorporation by reference.

(a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of change in the
Federal Register
and the material must be available to the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html
. The material is also available for inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, and is available from the sources listed below.

(b)
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International,
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:

(1) 2001 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section I, Rules for Construction of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (“Section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”), 52.01-2; 52.01-5; 52.01-50; 52.01-90; 52.01-95; 52.01-100; 52.01-105; 52.01-110; 52.01-115; 52.01-120; 52.01-135; 52.01-140; 52.01-145; 52.05-1; 52.05-15; 52.05-20; 52.05-30; 52.05-45; 52.15-1; 52.15-5; 52.20-1; 52.20-25; 52.25-3; 52.25-5; 52.25-7; and 52.25-10.

(2) 1998 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section II, Part A—Ferrous Material Specifications and Part B—Nonferrous Material Specifications (1998) (“Section II of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”), 52.01-90.

(3) [Reserved]

8. Revise § 52.01-2(a) to read as follows:

§ 52.01-2
Adoption of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
(a) Main power boilers and auxiliary boilers shall be designed, constructed, inspected, tested, and stamped in accordance with section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1), as limited, modified, or replaced by specific requirements in this part. The provisions in the appendix to section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code are adopted and shall be followed when the requirements in section I make them mandatory. For general information, Table 52.01-1(a) lists the various paragraphs in section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code that are limited, modified, or replaced by regulations in this part.

9. Revise § 52.01-5(a) to read as follows:

§ 52.01-5
Plans.
(a) Manufacturers intending to fabricate boilers to be installed on vessels shall submit detailed plans as required by subpart 50.20 of this subchapter. The plans, including design calculations, must be certified by a registered professional engineer as meeting the design requirements in this part and in section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1).

10. Revise § 52.01-50(a) to read as follows:

§ 52.01-50
Fusible plugs (modifies A-19 through A-21).
(a) All boilers, except watertube boilers, with a maximum allowable working pressure in excess of 206 kPa gauge (30 psig), if fired with solid fuel not in suspension, or if not equipped for unattended waterbed operation, must be fitted with fusible plugs. Fusible plugs must comply with only the requirements of A19 and A20 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) and be stamped on the casing with the name of the manufacturer, and on the water end of the fusible metal “ASME Std.” Fusible plugs are not permitted where the maximum steam temperature to which they are exposed exceeds 218 °C (425 °F).

11. Revise § 52.01-90 to read as follows:

§ 52.01-90
Materials (modifies PG-5 through PG-13).
(a) Material subject to stress due to pressure must conform to specifications as indicated in paragraphs PG-5 through PG-13 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.

(b) Material not fully identified with an ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code-approved specification may be accepted as meeting Coast Guard requirements providing it satisfies the conditions indicated in paragraph PG-10 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

(c) (
Modifies PG-5.
) When the maximum allowable working pressure (See PG-21) exceeds 15 pounds per square inch, cross pipes connecting the steam and water drums of water tube boilers, headers, cross boxes, and all pressure parts of the boiler proper, shall be made of a wrought or cast steel listed in Tables 1A and 1B of section II of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1).

(d) (
Modifies PG-8.2.
) The use of cast iron is prohibited for mountings, fittings, valves, or cocks attached directly to boilers operating at pressures exceeding 15 pounds per square inch.

12. Revise § 52.01-95(a) and (f) to read as follows:

§ 52.01-95
Design (modifies PG-16 through PG-31 and PG-100).

(a)
Requirements.
Boilers required to be designed to this part shall meet the requirements of PG-16 through PG-31 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.

(f)
Cylindrical components under internal pressure.
(
Modifies PG-27.
) The minimum required thickness and maximum allowable working pressure of boiler piping, tubes, drums and headers shall be as required by the formula in PG-27 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code except that threaded boiler tubes are not permitted.

13. Revise § 52.01-100(a) and (b) to read as follows:

§ 52.01-100
Openings and compensation (modifies PG-32 through PG-39, PG-42 through PG-55).
(a) The rules for openings and compensation shall be as indicated in PG-32 through PG-55 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.

(b) (
Modifies PG-39.
) Pipe and nozzle necks shall be attached to vessel walls as indicated in PG-39 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code except that threaded connections shall not be used under any of the following conditions:

(1) Pressures greater than 4,137 kPa (600 psig);

(2) Nominal diameters greater than 51 mm (2 in.); or

(3) Nominal diameters greater than 19 mm (0.75 in.) and pressures above 1,034 kPa (150 psig).

14. Revise § 52.01-105(a) and (b) to read as follows:

§ 52.01-105
Piping, valves and fittings (modifies PG-58 and PG-59).
(a) Boiler external piping within the jurisdiction of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code must be as indicated in PG-58 and PG-59 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section. Piping outside the jurisdiction of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code must meet the appropriate requirements of part 56 of this subchapter.

(b) In addition to the requirements in PG-58 and PG-59 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, boiler external piping must:

(1) Meet the design conditions and criteria in § 56.07-10 of this subchapter, except § 56.07-10(b);

(2) Be included in the pipe stress calculations required by § 56.35-1 of this subchapter;

(3) Meet the nondestructive examination requirements in § 56.95-10 of this subchapter;

(4) Have butt welding flanges and fittings when full radiography is required; and

(5) Meet the requirements for threaded joints in § 56.30-20 of this subchapter.

15. Revise § 52.01-110(a) and (c) to read as follows:

§ 52.01-110
Water-level indicators, water columns, gauge-glass connections, gauge cocks, and pressure gauges (modifies PG-60).

(a)
Boiler water level devices.
Boiler water level devices shall be as indicated in PG-60 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.

(c)
Water columns.
(
Modifies PG-60.2.
) The use of water columns is generally limited to firetube boilers. Water column installations shall be close hauled to minimize the effect of ship motion on water level indication. When water columns are provided they shall be fitted directly to the heads or shells of boilers or drums by 1 inch minimum size pipes with shutoff valves attached directly to the boiler or drums, or if necessary, connected thereto by a distance piece both at the top and bottom of the water columns. Shutoff valves used in the pipe connections between the boiler and water column or between the boiler and the shutoff valves, required by PG-60.6 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for gauge glasses, shall be locked or sealed open. Water column piping shall not be fitted inside the uptake, the smoke box, or the casing. Water columns shall be fitted with suitable drains. Cast iron fittings are not permitted.

16. Revise § 52.01-115 to read as follows:

§ 52.01-115
Feedwater supply (modifies PG-61).
Boiler feedwater supply must meet the requirements of PG-61 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) and § 56.50-30 of this subchapter.

§ 52.01-120
[Amended]

17. In § 52.01-120—

a. In paragraph (a)(1), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in

their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”; and

b. In paragraphs (a)(2)(i), (a)(4), (a)(6), (b)(1), (c)(1), (c)(3), (d)(1), and (d)(2), remove the words “of the ASME Code” wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 52.01-135
[Amended]

18. In § 52.01-135—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraphs (b) and (c), remove the words “of the ASME Code” wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 52.01-140
[Amended]

19. In § 52.01-140—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”;
b. In paragraph (b)(3), in the phrase “section I of the ASME Code,” add the words “Boiler and Pressure Vessel” between “ASME” and “Code”; and
c. In paragraphs (c) and (d), remove the words “of the ASME Code” wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 52.01-145
[Amended]

20. In § 52.01-145 text, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

§ 52.05-1
[Amended]

21. In § 52.05-1(a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

§ 52.05-15
[Amended]

22. In § 52.05-15(a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

23. Revise § 52.05-20 to read as follows:

§ 52.05-20
Radiographic and ultrasonic examination (modifies PW-11 and PW-41.1).
Radiographic and ultrasonic examination of welded joints must be as described in PW-11 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1), except that parts of boilers fabricated of pipe material such as drums, shells, downcomers, risers, cross pipes, headers, and tubes containing only circumferentially welded butt joints, must be nondestructively examined as required by § 56.95-10 of this subchapter even though they may be exempted by the limits on size specified in Table PW-11 and PW-41.1 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

§ 52.05-30
[Amended]

24. In § 52.05-30—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraphs (b) and (c), remove the words “of the ASME Code” wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 52.05-45
[Amended]

25. In § 52.05-45—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraphs (b) and (c), remove the words “of the ASME Code” wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 52.15-1
[Amended]

26. In § 52.15-1 text, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

§ 52.15-5
[Amended]

27. In § 52.15-5—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraph (b), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

28. Revise § 52.20-1 to read as follows:

§ 52.20-1
General (modifies PFT-1 through PFT-49).
Firetube boilers and parts thereof shall be as indicated in PFT-1 through PFT-49 of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this subpart.

§ 52.20-25
[Amended]

29. In § 52.20-25(a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

§ 52.25-3
[Amended]

30. In § 52.25-3, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

§ 52.25-5
[Amended]

31. In § 52.25-5, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

§ 52.25-7
[Amended]

32. In § 52.25-7, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

§ 52.25-10
[Amended]

33. In § 52.25-10(a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 52.01-1)”.

PART 53—HEATING BOILERS

34. The authority citation for part 53 continues to read as follows:

Authority:

46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.

35. Revise § 53.01-1 to read as follows:

§ 53.01-1
Incorporation by reference.

(a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of change in the
Federal Register
and the material must be available to the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html
. The material is also available for inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, and is available from the sources listed below.

(b)
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International,
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:

(1) 2001 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section I, Rules for Construction of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (“Section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”), 53.01-10.

(2) 2004 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV, Rules for Construction of Heating Boilers (July 1, 2004) (“Section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”), 53.01-3; 53.01-5; 53.01-10; 53.05-1; 53.05-2; 53.05-3; 53.05-5; 53.10-1; 53.10-3; 53.10-10; 53.10-15; and 53.12-1.

(c)
Underwriters Laboratories Inc.,
333 Pfingston Road, Northbrook, IL 60062-2096:

(1) UL 174, Standard for Household Electric Storage Tank Water Heaters, Tenth Edition, Feb. 28, 1996 (Revisions through and including Nov. 10, 1997) (”UL 174”), 53.01-10.

(2) UL 1453, Standard for Electric Booster and Commercial Storage Tank Water Heaters, Fourth Edition, Sep. 1, 1995 (“UL 1453”), 53.01-10.

36. Revise § 53.01-3(a), (b), and paragraph (c) introductory text to read as follows:

§ 53.01-3
Adoption of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
(a) Heating boilers shall be designed, constructed, inspected, tested, and stamped in accordance with section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) as limited, modified, or replaced by specific requirements in this part. The provisions in the appendices to section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code are adopted and shall be followed when the requirements in section IV make them mandatory. For general information, Table 53.01-3(a) lists the various paragraphs in section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code that are limited, modified, or replaced by regulations in this part.

Table 53.01-3(
a
)—Limitations and Modifications in the Adoption of Section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

Paragraphs in Section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
1
and disposition

Unit of this part

HG-100 modified by
53.01-5(b)

HG-101 replaced by
53.01-10

HG-400 modified by
53.05-1

HG-400.2 modified by
53.05-2

HG-401 modified by
53.05-1

HG-401.2 modified by
53.05-3

HG-500 through HG-540 modified by
53.10-3

HG-600 through HG-640 modified by
53.12-1

1
The references to specific provisions in the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code are coded. The first letter, such as “H,” refers to section IV. The second letter, such as “G,” refers to a part or subpart in section IV. The number following the letters refers to the paragraph so numbered in the text of the part or subpart in section IV.

(b) References to the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, such as paragraph HG-307, indicate:

H = Section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

G = Part containing general requirements.

3 = Article in part.

307 = Paragraph within Article 3.

(c) When a paragraph or a section of the regulations in this part relates to material in section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, the relationship with the code will be shown immediately following the heading of the section or at the beginning of the paragraph, as follows:

37. Revise § 53.01-5 to read as follows:

§ 53.01-5
Scope (modifies HG-100).
(a) The regulations in this part apply to steam heating boilers, hot water boilers (which include hot water heating boilers and hot water supply boilers), and to appurtenances thereto. The requirements in this part shall be used in conjunction with section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1). Table 54.01-5(a) of this subchapter gives a breakdown by parts in this subchapter of the regulations governing various types of pressure vessels and boilers.

(b) (
Modifies HG-100.
) The requirements of Part HG of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code shall be used except as noted otherwise in this part.

38. Amend § 53.01-10 by revising paragraphs (a), (c)(1), (e) introductory text, and (e)(1) to read as follows:

§ 53.01-10
Service restrictions and exceptions (replaces HG-101).

(a)
General.
The service restrictions and exceptions shall be as indicated in this section in lieu of the requirements in HG-101 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1).

(c)
Hot water supply boilers.
(1) Electrically fired hot water supply boilers that have a capacity not greater than 454 liters (120 gallons), a heat input not greater than 58.6 kilowatts (200,000 BTU per hour), and are listed as approved under Underwriters' Laboratories UL 174 or UL 1453 (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) are exempted from the requirements of this part provided they are protected by a pressure relief device. This relief device need not comply with § 53.05-2.

(e) Heating boilers whose operating conditions are within the service restrictions of § 53.01-10(b)(1) may be constructed in accordance with section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1). In addition, these heating boilers must:

(1) Be stamped with the appropriate ASME Code symbol in accordance with PG-104 through PG-113 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code;

39. Revise § 53.05-1(a) to read as follows:

§ 53.05-1
Safety valve requirements for steam boilers (modifies HG-400 and HG-401).

(a) The pressure relief valve requirements and the safety valve requirements for steam boilers must be as indicated in HG-400 and HG-401 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by

reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.

40. Revise § 53.05-2(a) to read as follows:

§ 53.05-2
Relief valve requirements for hot water boilers (modifies HG-400.2).
(a) The relief valve requirements for hot water boilers must be as indicated in article 4 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.

41. Revise § 53.05-3 to read as follows:

§ 53.05-3
Materials (modifies HG-401.2).
Materials for valves must be in accordance with HG-401.2 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) except that nonmetallic materials may be used only for gaskets and packing.

42. Revise § 53.05-5 to read as follows:

§ 53.05-5
Discharge capacities and valve markings.
The discharge capacities and valve markings must be as indicated in HG-402 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1). The discharge capacities must be certified by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors.

43. Revise § 53.10-1 to read as follows:

§ 53.10-1
General.
The tests, inspection, stamping, and reporting of heating boilers shall be as indicated in Article 5, Part HG of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this subpart.

44. Revise § 53.10-3(a) to read as follows:

§ 53.10-3
Inspection and tests (modifies HG-500 through HG-540).
(a) The inspections required by HG-500 through HG-540 must be performed by the “Authorized Inspector” as defined in HG-515 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1). The Authorized Inspector shall hold a valid commission issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors. After installation, heating boilers must be inspected for compliance with this part by a marine inspector.

45. Revise § 53.10-10 to read as follows:

§ 53.10-10
Certification by stamping.
Stamping of heating boilers shall be as indicated in HG-530 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1).

46. Revise § 53.10-15 to read as follows:

§ 53.10-15
Manufacturers' data report forms.
The manufacturers' data report forms required by HG-520 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) must be made available to the marine inspector for review. The Authorized Inspector's National Board commission number must be included on the manufacturers' data report forms.

47. Amend subpart 53.12 by revising the subpart heading and § 53.12-1(a) to read as follows:

Subpart 53.12—Instruments, Fittings, and Controls (Article 6)

§ 53.12-1
General (modifies HG-600 through HG-640).
(a) The instruments, fittings and controls for heating boilers shall be as indicated in HG-600 through HG-640 of section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 53.01-1) except as noted otherwise in this section.

PART 54—PRESSURE VESSELS

48. The authority citation for part 54 continues to read as follows:

Authority:

33 U.S.C. 1509; 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.

49. Revise § 54.01-1 to read as follows:

§ 54.01-1
Incorporation by reference.

(a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of change in the
Federal Register
and the material must be available to the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html
. The material is also available for inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, and is available from the sources listed below.

(b)
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International,
Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:

(1) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1, Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels (1998 with 1999 and 2000 addenda) (“Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”), 54.01-2; 54.01-5; 54.01-15; 54.01-18; 54.01-25; 54.01-30; 54.01-35; 54.03-1; 54.05-1; 54.10-1; 54.10-3; 54.10-5; 54.10-10; 54.10-15; 54.15-1; 54.15-5; 54.15-10; 54.15-13; 54.20-1; 54.20-3; 54.25-1; 54.25-3; 54.25-8; 54.25-10; 54.25-15; 54.25-20; 54.30-3; 54.30-5; 54.30-10; and

(2) [Reserved]

(c)
ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and Materials) (ASTM),
100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959:

(1) ASTM A 20/A 20M-97a, Standard Specification for General Requirements for Steel Plates for Pressure Vessels (“ASTM A 20”), 54.05-10; 54.25-10;

(2) ASTM A 203/A 203M-97, Standard Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Alloy Steel, Nickel (“ASTM A 203”), 54.05-20;

(3) ASTM A 370-97a, Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products (“ASTM A 370”), 54.25-20;

(4) ASTM E 23-96, Standard Test Methods for Notched Bar Impact Testing of Metallic Materials (“ASTM Specification E 23”), 54.05-5; and

(5) ASTM E 208-95a, Standard Test Method for Conducting Drop-Weight Test to Determine Nil-Ductility Transition Temperature of Ferritic Steels (“ASTM Specification E 208”), 54.05-5.

(d)
Compressed Gas Association (CGA),
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10036:

(1) S-1.2, Pressure Relief Device Standards—Part 2—Cargo and Portable Tanks for Compressed Gases, 1979 (“CGA S-1.2”), 54.15-10; and

(2) [Reserved]

(e)
Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry, Inc. (MSS),
127 Park Street NE, Vienna, VA 22180:

(1) SP-25-1998 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges and Unions (1998) (“MSS SP-25”), 54.01-25; and

(2) [Reserved]

50. Amend § 54.01-2 by revising the section heading and paragraphs (a), (b), and (c) introductory text to read as follows:

§ 54.01-2
Adoption of division 1 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
(a) Pressure vessels shall be designed, constructed, and inspected in accordance with section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 54.01-1), as limited, modified, or replaced by specific requirements in this part. The provisions in the appendices to section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code are adopted and shall be followed when the requirements in section VIII make them mandatory. For general information, Table 54.01-2(a) lists the various paragraphs in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code that are limited, modified, or replaced by regulations in this part.

Table 54.01-2(
a
)—Limitations and Modifications in the Adoption of Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

Paragraphs in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
1
and disposition

Unit of this part

U-1 and U-2 modified by
54.01-5 through 54.01-15.

U-1(c) replaced by
54.01-5.

U-1(d) replaced by
54.01-5(a) and 54.01-15.

U-1(g) modified by
54.01-10.

U-1(c)(2) modified by
54.01-15.

UG-11 modified by
54.01-25.

UG-22 modified by
54.01-30.

UG-25 modified by
54.01-35.

UG-28 modified by
54.01-40.

UG-84 replaced by
54.05-1.

UG-90 and UG-91 replaced by
54.10-3.

UG-92 through UG-103 modified by
54.10-1 through 54.10-15.

UG-98 reproduced by
54.10-5.

UG-115 through UG-120 modified by
54.10-1.

UG-116, except (k), replaced by
54.10-20(a).

UG-116(k) replaced by
54.10-20(b).

UG-117 replaced by
54.10-20(c).

UG-118 replaced by
54.10-20(a).

UG-119 modified by
54.10-20(d).

UG-120 modified by
54.10-25.

UG-125 through UG-137 modified by
54.15-1 through 54.15-15.

UW-1 through UW-65 modified by
54.20-1.

UW-2(a) replaced by
54.01-5(b) and 54.20-2.

UW-2(b) replaced by
54.01-5(b) and 54.20-2.

UW-9, UW-11(a), UW-13, and UW-16 modified by
54.20-3.

UW-11(a) modified by
54.25-8.

UW-26, UW-27, UW-28, UW-29, UW-47, and UW-48 modified by
54.20-5.

UB-1 modified by
54.23-1

UB-2 modified by
52.01-95(d) and 56.30-30(b)(1).

UCS-6 modified by
54.25-3.

UCS-56 modified by
54.25-7.

UCS-57, UNF-57, UHA-33, and UHT-57 modified by
54.25-8.

UCS-65 through UCS-67 replaced by
54.25-10.

UHA-23(b) and UHA-51 modified by
54.25-15.

UHT-5(c), UHT-6, and UHT-23 modified by
54.25-20.

UHT-82 modified by
54.25-20 and 54.25-25.

Appendix 3 modified by
54.15-3.

1
The references to specific provisions in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code are coded. The first letter, such as “U,” refers to division 1 of section VIII. The second letter, such as “G,” refers to a subsection within section VIII. The number refers to the paragraph within the subsection.

(b) References to the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, such as paragraph UG-125, indicate:

U = Division 1 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

G = Part containing general requirements.

125 = Paragraph within part.

(c) When a paragraph or a section of the regulations in this part relates to material in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, the relationship with the code will be shown immediately following the heading of the section or at the beginning of the paragraph, as follows:

51. In § 54.01-5—
a. In paragraph (c)(3), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”;
b. In paragraph (e), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”; and
c. Revise Table 54.01-5(b) to read as set out below;

§ 54.01-5
Scope (modifies U-1 and U-2).

Table 54.01-5(
b
)—Pressure Vessel Classification

[Note to Table 54.01-5(b): All classes of pressure vessels are subject to shop inspection and plan approval.
4
]

Class
Service contents

Class limits on
pressure and
temperature

Joint requirements
1,6,7

Radiography requirements, section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 54.01-1)
3,7

Post-weld heat treatment requirements
5,7

I

(a) Vapor or gas
(b) Liquid

(c) Hazardous Materials
2

Vapor or gas: Over 600 p.s.i. or 700 °F
Liquid: Over 600 p.s.i. or 400 °F

(1) For category A; (1) or (2) for category B. All categories C and D must have full penetration welds extending through the entire thickness of the vessel wall or nozzle wall
Full on all butt joints regardless of thickness. Exceptions listed in Table UCS-57 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code do not apply
For carbon- or low-alloy steel, in accordance with Table UCS-56 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, regardless of thickness. For other materials, in accordance with section VIII.

I-L Low Temperature

(a) Vapor or gas, or liquid

(b) Hazardous Materials
2

Over 250 p.s.i. and service temp. below 0 °F
(1) For categories A and B. All categories C and D must have full penetration welds extending through the entire thickness of the vessel wall or nozzle wall. No backing rings or strips left in place
Full on all butt joints regardless of thickness. Exceptions listed in Table UCS-57 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code do not apply
For carbon- or low-alloy steel, in accordance with Table UCS-56 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, regardless of thickness. For other materials, in accordance with section VIII.

II

(a) Vapor or gas
(b) Liquid

(c) Hazardous Materials
2,3,6

Vapor or gas: 30 through 600 p.s.i. or 275 through 700 °F
Liquid: 200 through 600 p.s.i. or 250 through 400 °F

(1) Or (2) for category A. (1), (2), or (3) for category B
Categories C and D in accordance with UW-16 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

Spot, unless exempted by UW-11(c) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
In accordance with section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

II-L Low Temperature

(a) Vapor or gas, or liquid

(b) Hazardous Materials
2

0 through 250 p.s.i. and service temp. below 0 °F
(1) For category A; (1) or (2) for category B. All categories C and D must have full-penetration welds extending through the entire thickness of the vessel wall or nozzle wall
Spot. The exemption of UW-11(c) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code does not apply
Same as for I-L except that mechanical stress relief may be substituted if allowed under Subpart 54.30 of this chapter.

III

(a) Vapor or gas
(b) Liquid

(c) Hazardous Materials
2,3,6

Vapor or gas: Under 30 p.s.i. and 0 through 275 °F
Liquid: Under 200 p.s.i. and 0 through 250 °F

In accordance with Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
Spot, unless exempted by UW-11(c) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
In accordance with section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

1
Welded joint categories are defined under UW-3 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Joint types are described in Table UW-12 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, and numbered (1), (2), etc.

2
See 46 CFR 54.20-2.

3
See 46 CFR 54.25-8(c) and 54.25-10(d).

4
See 46 CFR 54.01-15 and 54.10-3 for exemptions.

5
Specific requirements modifying Table UCS-56 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code appear in 46 CFR 54.25-7.

6
See 46 CFR 54.20-3(c) and (f).

7
Applies only to welded pressure vessels.

52. In § 54.01-10, revise the section heading to read as follows:

§ 54.01-10
Steam-generating pressure vessels (modifies U-1(g)).

53. Amend § 54.01-15 by revising the section heading and paragraphs (a)(1), (2)(i) through (iv), (3)(i), and (4) to read as follows:

§ 54.01-15
Exemptions from shop inspection and plan approval (modifiesU-1(c)(2)).
(a) * * *

(1) Vessels containing water at a pressure not greater than 689 kPa (100 pounds per square inch gauge or

“psig”), and at a temperature not above 93 °C (200 °F) including those containing air, the compression of which serves only as a cushion. Air-charging lines may be permanently attached if the air pressure does not exceed 103 kPa (15 psig).

(2) * * *

(i) A heat input of 58 kW (200,000 B.t.u. per hour);

(ii) A water temperature of 93 °C (200 °F);

(iii) A nominal water-containing capacity of 454 liters (120 gallons); or

(iv) A pressure of 689 kPa (100 psig).

(3)(i) Vessels having an internal operating pressure not exceeding 103 kPa (15 psig) with no limitation on size. (See UG-28(f) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1.)

(4) Condensers and heat exchangers, regardless of size, when the design is such that the liquid phase is not greater than 689 kPa (100 psig) and 200 °F (93 °C) and the vapor phase is not greater than 103 kPa (15 psig) provided that the OCMI is satisfied that system over-pressure conditions are addressed by the owner or operator.

§ 54.01-18
[Amended]

54. In § 54.01-18(b)(5), remove the words, “of section VIII of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.01-25
[Amended]

55. In § 54.01-25—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraph (b), remove the term “MSS (Manufacturers' Standardization Society) Standard SP-25” and, in its place, insert the words “MSS SP-25 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.01-30
[Amended]

56. In § 54.01-30—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraph (b) introductory text, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 54.01-35
[Amended]

57. In § 54.01-35—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”;
b. In paragraph (b)(4), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”; and
c. In the note following paragraph (d)(2), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 54.03-1
[Amended]

58. In § 54.03-1, remove the paragraph designation; and in the text, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.05-1
[Amended]

59. In § 54.05-1, remove the paragraph designation; and in the text, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.10-1
[Amended]

60. In § 54.10-1, remove the paragraph designation; and in the text, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.10-3
[Amended]

61. In § 54.10-3(b), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

62. Revise § 54.10-5 to read as follows:

§ 54.10-5
Maximum allowable working pressure (reproduces UG-98).
(a) The maximum allowable working pressure for a vessel is the maximum pressure permissible at the top of the vessel in its normal operating position at the designated coincident temperature specified for that pressure. It is the least of the values found for maximum allowable working pressure for any of the essential parts of the vessel by the principles given in paragraph (b) of this section and adjusted for any difference in static head that may exist between the part considered and the top of the vessel. (See Appendix 3 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1.)

(b) The maximum allowable working pressure for a vessel part is the maximum internal or external pressure, including the static head hereon, as determined by the rules and formulas in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, together with the effect of any combination of loadings listed in UG-22 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (see 46 CFR 54.01-30) that are likely to occur, or the designated coincident operating temperature, excluding any metal thickness specified as corrosion allowance. (See UG-25 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.)

(c) Maximum allowable working pressure may be determined for more than one designated operating temperature, using for each temperature the applicable allowable stress value.

Note:

Table 54.10-5 gives pictorially the interrelation among the various pressure levels pertinent to this part of the regulations. It includes reference to section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for definitions and explanations.

BILLING CODE 4915-10-P

ER31OC08.001

ER31OC08.002

BILLING CODE 4915-10-C

63. In § 54.10-10—
a. Amend paragraph (b) by revising the first and second sentences to read as set out below; and
b. In paragraph (e), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 54.10-10
Standard hydrostatic test (modifies UG-99).

(b) The hydrostatic-test pressure must be at least one and three-tenths (1.30) times the maximum allowable working pressure stamped on the pressure vessel, multiplied by the ratio of the stress value “S” at the test temperature to the stress value “S” at the design temperature for the materials of which the pressure vessel is constructed. The values for “S” shall be taken from Tables UCS 23, UNF 23, UHA 23, or UHT 23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 54.01-1). * * *

64. Revise § 54.10-15(c) to read as follows:

§ 54.10-15
Pneumatic test (modifies UG-100).

(c) Except for enameled vessels, for which the pneumatic test pressure shall be at least equal to, but need not exceed, the maximum allowable working pressure to be marked on the vessel, the pneumatic test pressure shall be at least equal to one and one-tenth (1.10) times the maximum allowable working pressure to be stamped on the vessel multiplied by the lowest ratio (for the materials of which the vessel is constructed) of the stress value “S” for the test temperature of the vessel to the stress value “S” for the design temperature (see UG-21 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)). In no case shall the pneumatic test pressure exceed one and one-tenth (1.10) times the basis for calculated test pressure as defined in UA-60(e) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

65. Revise § 54.10-20(a)(6) to read as follows:

§ 54.10-20
Marking and stamping.
(a) * * *

(6) Minimum design metal temperature, if below −18 °C (0 °F).

66. Revise § 54.15-1 section heading and paragraph (a) to read as follows:

§ 54.15-1
General (modifies UG-125 through UG-137).
(a) All pressure vessels built in accordance with applicable requirements in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1) must be provided with protective devices as indicated in UG-125 through UG-137 of section VIII except as noted otherwise in this subpart.

67. Revise § 54.15-3 section heading to read as follows:

§ 54.15-3
Definitions (modifies Appendix 3).

§ 54.15-5
[Amended]

68. In § 54.15-5(a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.15-10
[Amended]

69. In § 54.15-10—
a. In paragraph (e), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”;
b. In paragraph (h)(1), remove the term “Compressed Gas Association Standard S-1.2.5.2” and add, in its place, the words “CGA S-1.2 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”;
c. In paragraph (h)(2), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”; and
d. In paragraph (h)(3), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 54.15-13
[Amended]

70. In § 54.15-13(a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.20-1
[Amended]

71. In § 54.20-1(a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.20-3
[Amended]

72. In § 54.20-3—
a. In paragraph (b), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraphs (c) and (d), remove the words “of the ASME Code” wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 54.25-1
[Amended]

73. In § 54.25-1, remove the paragraph designation; and in the text, remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

74. Revise § 54.25-3 to read as follows:

§ 54.25-3
Steel plates (modifies UCS-6).
The steels listed in UCS-6(b) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1) will be allowed only in Class III pressure vessels (see Table 54.01-5(b)).

75. Revise § 54.25-5 to read as follows:

§ 54.25-5
Corrosion allowance.
The corrosion allowance must be as required in 46 CFR 54.01-35.

§ 54.25-8
[Amended]

76. In § 54.25-8(b), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”.

§ 54.25-10
[Amended]

77. In 54.25-10—
a. In paragraph (b) introductory text, remove the words “in the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “in section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”;
b. In paragraph (c), remove the words “Table UCS-23 of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “Table UCS-23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”; and remove the words “Appendix P of section VIII of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “Appendix P of Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 54.25-15
[Amended]

78. In § 54.25-15—
a. In paragraph (a), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraphs (b) and (c), remove the words “of the ASME Code” wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.”

79. Amend § 54.25-20 by revising paragraphs (b) introductory text, (c), and (e) to read as follows:

§ 54.25-20
Low temperature operation—ferritic steels with properties enhanced by heat treatment (modifies UHT-5(c), UHT-6, UHT-23, and UHT-82).

(b) The materials permitted under paragraph (a) of this section shall be tested for toughness in accordance with the requirements of UHT-6 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1) except that tests shall be conducted at the temperature specified in § 54.05-6 in lieu of that in UHT-5(c) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

(c) The qualification of welding procedures, welders and weld-production testing for the steels of Table 54.25-20(a) must conform to the requirements of part 57 of this subchapter and to those of subpart 54.05 of this part except that the acceptance criteria for Charpy V-notch testing must be in accordance with UHT-6(a)(4) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

(e) Except as permitted by § 54.05-30, the allowable stress values may not exceed those given in Table UHT-23 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler Pressure and Vessel Code for temperatures of 150 °F and below.

80. Revise § 54.25-25(a) to read as follows:

§ 54.25-25
Welding of quenched and tempered steels (modifies UHT-82).
(a) The qualification of welding procedures, welders, and weld-production testing must conform to the requirements of part 57 of this subchapter. The requirements of 46 CFR 57.03-1(d) apply to welded pressure vessels and non-pressure vessel type tanks of quenched and tempered steels other than 9-percent nickel.

81. Revise § 54.30-3(c) to read as follows:

§ 54.30-3
Introduction.

(c) The weld joint efficiencies as listed in Table UW-12 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1) shall apply except that a minimum of spot radiography will be required. UW-12(c) of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code that permits omitting all radiography does not apply. Spot examination shall follow UW-52 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and, in addition, these vessels will be required to have radiographic examination of intersecting circumferential and longitudinal joints for a distance of at least 20 times the plate thickness from the junction. See 46 CFR 54.25-8 on spot radiography.

§ 54.30-5
[Amended]

82. In § 54.30-5—
a. In paragraph (a)(1), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1)”; and
b. In paragraphs (a)(4) and (6), remove the words “of the ASME Code” wherever they appear and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”.

§ 54.30-10
[Amended]

83. In § 54.30-10(a)(1), remove the words “of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 54.01-1).”

PART 56—PIPING SYSTEMS AND APPURTENANCES

84. The authority citation for part 56 continues to read as follows:

Authority:

33 U.S.C. 1321(j), 1509; 43 U.S.C. 1333; 46 U.S.C. 3306, 3703; E.O. 12234, 45 FR 58801, 3 CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; E.O. 12777, 56 FR 54757, 3 CFR, 1991 Comp., p. 351; Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1.

Subpart 56.01—[Amended]

85. Remove the note following the heading to subpart 56.01.

86. Revise § 56.01-2 to read as follows:

§ 56.01-2
Incorporation by reference.

(a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that specified in this section, the Coast Guard must publish notice of change in the
Federal Register
and the material must be available to the public. All approved material is available for inspection at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030 or go to
http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html
. The material is also available for inspection at the U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Design and Engineering Standards (CG-521), 2100 Second Street, SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, and is available from the sources listed below.

(b)
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036:

(1) ANSI/ASME B1.1-1982 Unified Inch Screw Threads (UN and UNR Thread Form) (1982) (“ANSI/ASME B1.1”), 56.25-20; 56.60-1;

(2) ANSI/ASME B1.20.1-1983 Pipe Threads, General Purpose (Inch) (1983) (“ANSI/ASME B1.20.1”), 56.60-1;

(3) ANSI/ASME B1.20.3-1976 (Reaffirmed 1982) Dryseal Pipe Threads (Inch) (“ANSI/ASME B1.20.3”), 56.60-1;

(4) ANSI/ASME B16.15-1985 [Reaffirmed 1994] Cast Bronze Threaded Fittings, Classes 125 and 250 (1985) (“ANSI/ASME B16.15”), 56.60-1;

(c)
American Petroleum Institute (API)
, 1220 L Street, NW., Washington, DC 20005-4070:

(1) API Standard 607, Fire Test for Soft-Seated Quarter-Turn Valves, Manufacturing, Distribution and Marketing Department, Fourth Edition (1993) (“API 607”), 56.20-15; and

(2) [Reserved]

(d)
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) International
, Three Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016-5990:

(1) 2001 ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section I, Rules for Construction of Power Boilers (July 1, 2001) (“Section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”), 56.15-1; 56.15-5; 56.20-1; 56.60-1; 56.70-15; 56.95-10;

(2) ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1, Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels (1998 with 1999 and 2000 addenda) (“Section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”), 56.15-1; 56.15-5; 56.20-

1; 56.25-5; 56.30-10; 56.30-30; 56.60-1; 56.60-2; 56.60-15; 56.95-10;

(3) 1998 ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section IX, Welding and Brazing Qualifications (1998) (“Section IX of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”), 56.70-5; 56.70-20; 56.75-20;

(4) ASME B16.1-1998 Cast Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Classes 25, 125, 250 (1998) (“ASME B16.1”), 56.60-1; 56.60-10;

(5) ASME B16.3-1998 Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 150 and 300 (1998) (“ASME B16.3”), 56.60-1;

(6) ASME B16.4-1998 Gray Iron Threaded Fittings, Classes 125 and 250 (1998) (“ASME B16.4”), 56.60-1;

(7) ASME B16.5-2003 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings NPS
1/2
Through NPS 24 Metric/Inch Standard (2003) (“ASME B16.5”), 56.25-20; 56.30-10; 56.60-1;

(8) ASME B16.9-2003 Factory-Made Wrought Steel Buttwelding Fittings (2003) (“ASME B16.9”), 56.60-1;

(9) ASME B16.10-2000 Face-to-Face and End-to-End Dimensions of Valves (2000) (“ASME B16.10”), 56.60-1;

(10) ASME B16.11-2001 Forged Fittings, Socket-Welding and Threaded (2001) (“ASME B16.11”), 56.30-5; 56.60-1;

(11) ASME B16.14-1991 Ferrous Pipe Plugs, Bushings, and Locknuts with Pipe Threads (1991) (“ASME B16.14”), 56.60-1;

(12) ASME B16.18-2001 Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings (2001) (“ASME B16.18”), 56.60-1;

(13) ASME B16.20-1998 (Revision of ASME B16.20 1993), Metallic Gaskets for Pipe Flanges: Ring-Joint, Spiral-Wound, and Jacketed (1998) (“ASME B16.20”), 56.60-1;

(14) ASME B16.21-2005 (Revision of ASME B16.21-1992) Nonmetallic Flat Gaskets for Pipe Flanges (May 31, 2005) (“ASME B16.21”): 56.60-1;

(15) ASME B16.22-2001 (Revision of ASME B16.22-1995) Wrought Copper and Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings (Aug. 9, 2002) (“ASME B16.22”): 56.60-1;

(16) ASME B16.23-2002 (Revision of ASME B16.23-1992) Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Drainage Fittings: DWV (Nov. 8, 2002) (“ASME B16.23”): 56.60-1;

(17) ASME B16.24-2001 Cast Copper Alloy Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Class 150, 300, 400, 600, 900, 1500, and 2500 (2001) (“ASME B16.24”), 56.60-1;

(18) ASME B16.25-2003 Buttwelding Ends (2003) (“ASME B16.25”), 56.30-5; 56.60-1; 56.70-10;

(19) ASME B16.28-1994 Wrought Steel Buttwelding Short Radius Elbows and Returns (1994) (“ASME B16.28”), 56.60-1;

(20) ASME B16.29-2007 (Revision of ASME B16.29-2001) Wrought Copper and Wrought Copper Alloy Solder-Joint Drainage Fittings—DWV (Aug. 20, 2007) (“ASME B16.29”), 56.60-1;

(21) ASME B16.34-1996 Valves—Flanged, Threaded, and Welding End (1996) (“ASME B16.34”), 56.20-1; 56.60-1;

(22) ASME B16.42-1998 Ductile Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings, Classes 150 and 300 (1998) (“ASME B16.42”), 56.60-1;

(23) ASME B18.2.1-1996 Square and Hex Bolts and Screws (Inch Series) (1996) (“ASME B18.2.1”), 56.25-20; 56.60-1;

(24) ASME/ANSI B18.2.2-1987 Square and Hex Nuts (Inch Series) (1987) (“ASME/ANSI B18.2.2”), 56.25-20; 56.60-1;

(25) ASME B31.1-2001 Power Piping ASME Code for Pressure Piping, B31 (2001) (“ASME B31.1”), 56.01-3; 56.01-5; 56.07-5; 56.07-10; 56.10-1; 56.10-5; 56.15-1; 56.15-5; 56.20-1; 56.25-7; 56.30-1; 56.30-5; 56.30-10; 56.30-20; 56.35-1; 56.50-1; 56.50-15; 56.50-40; 56.50-65; 56.50-70; 56.50-97; 56.60-1; 56.65-1; 56.70-10; 56.70-15; 56.80-5; 56.80-15; 56.95-1; 56.95-10; 56.97-1;

(26) ASME B36.10M-2004 Welded and Seamless Wrought Steel Pipe (2004) (“ASME B36.10M”), 56.07-5; 56.30-20; 56.60-1; and

(27) ASME B36.19M-2004 Stainless Steel Pipe (2004) (“ASME B36.19M”), 56.07-5; 56.60-1.

(28) ASME SA-675 (1998), Specification for Steel Bars, Carbon, Hot-Wrought, Special Quality, Mechanical Properties (“ASME SA-675”), 56.60-2.

(e)
ASTM International (formerly American Society for Testing and Materials) (ASTM)
, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959:

(1) ASTM A 36/A 36M-97a, Standard Specification for Carbon Structural Steel (“ASTM A 36”), 56.30-10;

(2) ASTM A 47-90 (1995), Standard Specification for Ferritic Malleable Iron Castings (“ASTM A 47”), 56.60-1;

(3) ASTM A 53-98, Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless (“ASTM Specification A 53” or “ASTM A 53”), 56.10-5; 56.60-1;

(4) ASTM A 106-95, Standard Specification for Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service (“ASTM A 106”), 56.60-1;

(5) ASTM A 126-95, Standard Specification for Gray Iron Castings for Valves, Flanges, and Pipe Fittings (“ASTM A 126”), 56.60-1;

(6) ASTM A 134-96, Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Electric-Fusion (Arc)-Welded (Sizes NPS 16 and Over) (“ASTM A 134”), 56.60-1;

(7) ASTM A 135-97c, Standard Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded Steel Pipe (“ASTM A 135”), 56.60-1;

(8) ASTM A 139-96, Standard Specification for Electric-Fusion (Arc)-Welded Steel Pipe (NPS 4 and Over) (“ASTM A 139”), 56.60-1;

(8) ASTM A 178/A 178M-95, Standard Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded Carbon Steel and Carbon-Manganese Steel Boiler and Superheater Tubes (“ASTM A 178”), 56.60-1;

(9) ASTM A 179/A 179M-90a (1996), Standard Specification for Seamless Cold-Drawn Low-Carbon Steel Heat-Exchanger and Condenser Tubes (“ASTM A 179”), 56.60-1;

(10) ASTM A 182/A 182M-97c, Standard Specification for Forged or Rolled Alloy-Steel Pipe Flanges, Forged Fittings, and Valves and Parts for High-Temperature Service (“ASTM A-182”), 56.50-105;

(11) ASTM A 192/A 192M-91 (1996), Standard Specification for Seamless Carbon Steel Boiler Tubes for High-Pressure Service (“ASTM A 192”), 56.60-1;

(12) ASTM A 194/A 194M-98b, Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts for Bolts for High Pressure or High Temperature Service, or Both (“ASTM A-194”), 56.50-105;

(13) ASTM A 197-87 (1992), Standard Specification for Cupola Malleable Iron (“ASTM A 197”), 56.60-1;

(14) ASTM A 210/A 210M-96, Standard Specification for Seamless Medium-Carbon Steel Boiler and Superheater Tubes (“ASTM A 210”), 56.60-1;

(15) ASTM A 213/A 213M-95a, Standard Specification for Seamless Ferritic and Austenitic Alloy-Steel Boiler, Superheater, and Heat-Exchanger Tubes (“ASTM A 213”), 56.60-1;

(16) ASTM A 214/A 214M-96, Standard Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded Carbon Steel Heat-Exchanger and Condenser Tubes (“ASTM A 214”), 56.60-1;

(17) ASTM A 226/A 226M-95, Standard Specification for Electric-Resistance-Welded Carbon Steel Boiler and Superheater Tubes for High-Pressure Service (“ASTM A 226”), 56.60-1;

(18) ASTM A 234/A 234M-97, Standard Specification for Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate and High Temperature Service (“ASTM A 234”), 56.60-1;

(19) ASTM A 249/A 249M-96a, Standard Specification for Welded

Austenitic Steel Boiler, Superheater, Heat-Exchanger, and Condenser Tubes (“ASTM A 249”), 56.60-1;

(20) ASTM A 268/A 268M-96, Standard Specification for Seamless and Welded Ferritic and Martensitic Stainless Steel Tubing for General Service (“ASTM A 268”), 56.60-1;

(21) ASTM A 276-98, Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes (“ASTM A 276”), 56.60-2;

(22) ASTM A 307-97, Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60,000 PSI Tensile Strength (“ASTM A 307”), 56.25-20;

(23) ASTM A 312/A 312M-95a, Standard Specification for Seamless and Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipes (“ASTM A-312” or “ASTM A 312”), 56.50-105; 56.60-1;

(24) ASTM A 320/A 320M-97, Standard Specification for Alloy/Steel Bolting Materials for Low-Temperature Service (“ASTM A-320”), 56.50-105;

(25) ASTM A 333/A 333M-94, Standard Specification for Seamless and Welded Steel Pipe for Low-Temperature Service (“ASTM A-333” or “ASTM A 333”), 56.50-105; 56.60-1;

(26) ASTM A 334/A 334M-96, Standard Specification for Seamless and Welded Carbon and Alloy-Steel Tubes for Low-Temperature Service (“ASTM A-334” or “ASTM A 334”), 56.50-105; 56.60-1;

(27) ASTM A 335/A 335M-95a, Standard Specification for Seamless Ferritic Alloy-Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service (“ASTM A 335”), 56.60-1;

(28) ASTM A 350/A 350M-97, Standard Specification for Carbon and Low-Alloy Steel Forgings, Requiring Notch; Toughness Testing for Piping Components (“ASTM A-350”), 56.50-105;

(29) ASTM A 351/A 351M-94a, Standard Specification for Castings, Austenitic, Austenitic-Ferritic (Duplex), for Pressure-Containing Parts (“ASTM A-351”), 56.50-105;

(30) ASTM A 352/A 352M-93 (1998), Standard Specification for Steel Castings, Ferritic and Martensitic, for Pressure-Containing Parts, Suitable for Low-Temperature Service (“ASTM A-352”), 56.50-105;

(31) ASTM A 358/A 358M-95a, Standard Specification for Electric-Fusion-Welded Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Alloy Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service (“ASTM A 358”), 56.60-1;

(32) ASTM A 369/A 369M-92, Standard Specification for Carbon and Ferritic Alloy Steel Forged and Bored Pipe for High-Temperature Service (“ASTM A 369”), 56.60-1;

(33) ASTM A 376/A 376M-96, Standard Specification for Seamless Austenitic Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Central-Station Service (“ASTM A 376”), 56.60-1; 56.60-2;

(34) ASTM A 395/A 395M-98, Standard Specification for Ferritic Ductile Iron Pressure-Retaining Castings for Use at Elevated Temperatures (“ASTM A 395”), 56.50-60; 56.60-1; 56.60-15;

(35) ASTM A 403/A 403M-98, Standard Specification for Wrought Austenitic Stainless Steel Piping Fittings (“ASTM A 403”), 56.60-1;

(36) ASTM A 420/A 420M-96a, Standard Specification for Piping Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Low-Temperature Service (“ASTM A-420” or “ASTM A 420”), 56.50-105; 56.60-1;

(37) ASTM A 520-97, Standard Specification for Supplementary Requirements for Seamless and Electric-Resistance-Welded Carbon Steel Tubular Products for High-Temperature Service Conforming to ISO Recommendations for Boiler Construction (“ASTM A 520”), 56.60-1;

(38) ASTM A 522/A 522M-95b, Standard Specification for Forged or Rolled 8 and 9% Nickel Alloy Steel Flanges, Fittings, Valves, and Parts for Low-Temperature Service (“ASTM A-522”), 56.50-105;

(39) ASTM A 536-84 (1993), Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings (“ASTM A 536”), 56.60-1;

(40) ASTM A 575-96, Standard Specification for Steel Bars, Carbon, Merchant Quality, M-Grades (“ASTM A 575”), 56.60-2;

(41) ASTM A 576-90b (1995), Standard Specification for Steel Bars, Carbon, Hot-Wrought, Special Quality (“ASTM A 576”), 56.60-2;

(42) ASTM B 16-92, Standard Specification for Free-Cutting Brass Rod, Bar, and Shapes for Use in Screw Machines (“ASTM B 16”), 56.60-2;

(43) ASTM B 21-96, Standard Specification for Naval Brass Rod, Bar, and Shapes (“ASTM B 21”), 56.60-2;

(44) ASTM B 26/B 26M-97, Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Sand Castings (“ASTM B 26”), 56.60-2;

(45) ASTM B 42-96, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Pipe, Standard Sizes (“ASTM B 42”), 56.60-1;

(46) ASTM B 43-96, Standard Specification for Seamless Red Brass Pipe, Standard Sizes (“ASTM B 43”), 56.60-1;

(47) ASTM B 68-95, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube, Bright Annealed (“ASTM B 68”), 56.60-1;

(48) ASTM B 75-97, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube (“ASTM B 75”), 56.60-1;

(49) ASTM B 85-96, Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Die Castings (“ASTM B 85”), 56.60-2;

(50) ASTM B 88-96, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Water Tube (“ASTM B 88”), 56.60-1;

(51) ASTM B 96-93, Standard Specification for Copper-Silicon Alloy Plate, Sheet, Strip, and Rolled Bar for General Purposes and Pressure Vessels (“ASTM B 96”), 56.60-2;

(52) ASTM B 111-95, Standard Specification for Copper and Copper-Alloy Seamless Condenser Tubes and Ferrule Stock (“ASTM B 111”), 56.60-1;

(53) ASTM B 124-96, Standard Specification for Copper and Copper Alloy Forging Rod, Bar, and Shapes (“ASTM B 124”), 56.60-2;

(54) ASTM B 134-96, Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Electric-Fusion (Arc)-Welded (Sizes NPS 16 and Over) (“ASTM B 134”), 56.60-1;

(55) ASTM B 161-93, Standard Specification for Nickel Seamless Pipe and Tube (“ASTM B 161”), 56.60-1;

(56) ASTM B 165-93, Standard Specification of Nickel-Copper Alloy (UNS NO4400) Seamless Pipe and Tube (“ASTM B 165”), 56.60-1;

(57) ASTM B 167-97a, Standard Specification for Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloys (UNS NO6600, NO6601, NO6603, NO6690, NO6025, and NO6045) Seamless Pipe and Tube (“ASTM B 167”), 56.60-1;

(58) ASTM B 171-95, Standard Specification for Copper-Alloy Plate and Sheet for Pressure Vessels, Condensers, and Heat Exchangers (“ASTM B 171”), 56.60-2;

(59) ASTM B 210-95, Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Drawn Seamless Tubes (“ASTM B 210”), 56.60-1;

(60) ASTM B 234-95, Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Drawn Seamless Tubes for Condensers and Heat Exchangers (“ASTM B 234”), 56.60-1;

(61) ASTM B 241/B 241M-96, Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Seamless Pipe and Seamless Extruded Tube (“ASTM B 241”), 56.60-1;

(62) ASTM B 280-97, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Tube for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Field Service (“ASTM B 280”), 56.60-1;

(63) ASTM B 283-96, Standard Specification for Copper and Copper-Alloy Die Forgings (Hot-Pressed) (“ASTM B 283”), 56.60-2;

(64) ASTM B 315-93, Standard Specification for Seamless Copper Alloy

Pipe and Tube (“ASTM B 315”), 56.60-1;

(65) ASTM B 361-95, Standard Specification for Factory-Made Wrought Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Welding Fittings (“ASTM B 361”), 56.60-1;

(66) ASTM B 858M-95, Standard Test Method for Determination of Susceptibility to Stress Corrosion Cracking in Copper Alloys Using an Ammonia Vapor Test (“ASTM B 858M”), 56.60-2;

(67) ASTM E 23-96, Standard Test Methods for Notched Bar Impact Testing of Metallic Materials (“ASTM E 23”), 56.50-105;

(68) ASTM F 682-82a (1993), Standard Specification for Wrought Carbon Steel Sleeve-Type Pipe Couplings (“ASTM F 682”), 56.60-1;

(69) ASTM F 1006-86 (1992), Standard Specification for Entrainment Separators for Use in Marine Piping Applications (“ASTM F 1006”), 56.60-1;

(70) ASTM F 1007-86 (1996), Standard Specification for Pipe-Line Expansion Joints of the Packed Slip Type for Marine Application (“ASTM F 1007”), 56.60-1;

(71) ASTM F 1020-86 (1996), Standard Specification for Line-Blind Valves for Marine Applications (“ASTM F 1020”), 56.60-1;

(72) ASTM F 1120-87 (1993), Standard Specification for Circular Metallic Bellows Type Expansion Joints for Piping Applications (“ASTM F 1120”), 56.60-1;

(73) ASTM F 1123-87 (1993), Standard Specification for Non-Metallic Expansion Joints (“ASTM F 1123”), 56.60-1;

(74) ASTM F 1139-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Steam Traps and Drains (“ASTM F 1139”), 56.60-1;

(75) ASTM F 1172-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Fuel Oil Meters of the Volumetric Positive Displacement Type (“ASTM F 1172”), 56.60-1;

(76) ASTM F 1173-95, Standard Specification for Thermosetting Resin Fiberglass Pipe and Fittings to be Used for Marine Applications (“ASTM F 1173”), 56.60-1;

(77) ASTM F 1199-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Cast (All Temperature and Pressures) and Welded Pipe Line Strainers (150 psig and 150 Degrees F Maximum) (“ASTM F 1199”), 56.60-1;

(78) ASTM F 1200-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Fabricated (Welded) Pipe Line Strainers (Above 150 psig and 150 Degrees F) (“ASTM F 1200”), 56.60-1;

(79) ASTM F 1201-88 (1993), Standard Specification for Fluid Conditioner Fittings in Piping Applications above 0 Degrees F (“ASTM F 1201”), 56.60-1;

(80) ASTM F 1387-93, Standard Specification for Performance of Mechanically Attached Fittings (“ASTM F 1387”), 56.30-25;

(81) ASTM F 1476-95a, Standard Specification for Performance of Gasketed Mechanical Couplings for Use in Piping Applications (“ASTM F 1476”), 56.30-35; and

(82) ASTM F 1548-94, Standard Specification for the Performance of Fittings for Use with Gasketed Mechanical Couplings, Used in Piping Applications (“ASTM F 1548”), 56.30-35.

(f)
Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association Inc. (EJMA)
, 25 North Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591:

(1) Standards of the Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association, 1980, 56.60-1; and

(2) [Reserved]

(g)
Fluid Controls Institute Inc. (FCI)
, 31 South Street, Suite 303, Morristown, NJ 07960:

(1) FCI 69-1 Pressure Rating Standard for Steam Traps (“FCI 69-1”), 56.60-1; and

(2) [Reserved]

(h)
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
, Publications Section, 4 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7SR United Kingdom:

(1) Resolution A.753(18) Guidelines for the Application of Plastic Pipes on Ships (“IMO Resolution A.753(18)”), 56.60-25; and

(2) [Reserved]

(i)
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
, Case Postal 56, CH-1211 Geneva 20 Switzerland:

(1) ISO 15540 Ships and Marine Technology-Fire Resistance of Hose Assemblies-Test Methods, First Edition (Aug. 1, 1999) (“ISO 15540”), 56.60-25; and

(2) [Reserved]

(j)
Instrument Society of America (ISA)
, 67 Alexander Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709:

(1) ISA-S75.02 (1996) (“ISA-S75.02”), 56.20-15; and

(2) [Reserved]

(k)
Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry, Inc. (MSS)
, 127 Park Street NE, Vienna, VA 22180:

(1) SP-6-2001 Standard Finishes for Contact Faces of Pipe Flanges and Connecting-End Flanges of Valves and Fittings (2001) (“MSS SP-6”), 56.25-10; 56.60-1;

(2) SP-9-2001 Spot Facing for Bronze, Iron and Steel Flanges (2001) (“MSS SP-9”), 56.60-1;

(3) SP-25-1998 Standard Marking System for Valves, Fittings, Flanges and Unions (1998) (“MSS SP-25”), 56.15-1; 56.20-5; 56.60-1;

(4) SP-44-1996 Steel Pipe Line Flanges (Reaffirmed 2001) (“MSS SP-44”), 56.60-1;

(5) SP-45-2003 Bypass and Drain Connections (2003) (“MSS SP-45”), 56.20-20; 56.60-1;

(6) SP-51-2003 Class 150LW Corrosion Resistant Cast Flanges and Flanged Fittings (2003) (“MSS SP-51”), 56.60-1;

(7) SP-53-95 Quality Standard for Steel Castings and Forgings for Valves, Flanges and Fittings and Other Piping Components-Magnetic Particle Examination Method (1995) (“MSS SP-53”), 56.60-1;

(8) SP-55-2001 Quality Standard for Steel Castings for Valves, Flanges and Fittings and Other Piping Components-Visual Method (2001) (“MSS SP-55”), 56.60-1;

(9) SP-58 Pipe Hangers and Supports-Materials, Design and Manufacture (1993) (“MSS SP-58”), 56.60-1;

(10) SP-61-2003 Pressure Testing of Steel Valves (2003) (“MSS SP-61”), 56.60-1;

(11) SP-67 Butterfly Valves (1995) (“MSS SP-67”), 56.60-1;

(12) SP-69 Pipe Hangers and Supports-Selection and Application (1996) (“MSS SP-69”), 56.60-1;

(13) SP-72 Ball Valves with Flanged or Butt-Welding Ends for General Service (1987) (“MSS SP-72”), 56.60-1;

(14) SP-73 (R 96) Brazing Joints for Copper and Copper Pressure Fittings (1991) (“MSS SP-73”), 56.60-1; and

(15) SP-83 Class 3000 Steel Pipe Unions, Socket Welding and Threaded (1995) (“MSS SP-83”), 56.60-1;

(l)
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096:

(1) J1475 (1996) Surface Vehicle Hydraulic Hose Fittings for Marine Applications (June 1996) (“SAE J1475”), 56.60-25; and

(2) J1942 (1997) Standards Hose and Hose Assemblies for Marine Applications (May 1997) (“SAE J1942”), 56.60-25.

87. Revise § 56.01-3 section heading and paragraph (b) to read as follows:

§ 56.01-3
Power boilers, external piping and appurtenances (Replaces 100.1.1, 100.1.2, 122.1, 132 and 133).

(b) Specific requirements for external piping and appurtenances of power boilers, as defined in §§ 100.1.1 and 100.1.2, appearing in the various paragraphs of ASME B31.1

(incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2), are not adopted unless specifically indicated elsewhere in this part.

88. Revise § 56.01-5 to read as follows:

§ 56.01-5
Adoption of ASME B31.1 for power piping, and other standards.
(a) Piping systems for ships and barges must be designed, constructed, and inspected in accordance with ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2), as limited, modified, or replaced by specific requirements in this part. The provisions in the appendices to ASME B31.1 are adopted and must be followed when the requirements of ASME B31.1 or the rules in this part make them mandatory. For general information, Table 56.01-5(a) lists the various paragraphs and sections in ASME B31.1 that are limited, modified, replaced, or reproduced by rules in this part.

Table 56.01-5(
a
)—Limitations and Modifications in the Adoption of ASME B31.1 for Pressure and Power Piping

Section or paragraph in ASME B31.1 and disposition
Unit in this part

100.1 replaced by
56.01-1.

100.2 modified by
56.07-5.

101 through 104.7 modified by
56.07-10.

101.2 modified by
56.07-10(a), (b).

101.5 replaced by
56.07-10(c).

102.2 modified by
56.07-10(d).

102.3 and 104.1.2 modified by
56.07-10(e).

104.3 modified by
56.07-10(f).

104.4 modified by
56.07-10(e).

104.5.1 modified by
56.30-10.

105 through 108 replaced by
56.10-1 through 56.25-20.

110 through 118 replaced by
56.30-1 through 56.30-35.

119.5.1 replaced by
56.35-10, 56.35-15.

119.7 replaced by
56.35-1.

122.1.4 replaced by
56.50-40.

122.3 modified by
56.50-97.

122.6 through 122.10 replaced by
56.50-1 through 56.50-80.

123 replaced by
56.60-1.

Table 126.1 is replaced by
56.30-5(c)(3), 56.60-1.

127 through 135 replaced by
56.65-1, 56.70-10 through 56.90-10.

136 replaced by
56.95-1 through 56.95-10.

137 replaced by
56.97-1 through 56.97-40.

(viii) (b) When a section or paragraph of the regulations in this part relates to material in ASME B31.1, the relationship with ASME B31.1 will appear immediately after the heading of the section or at the beginning of the paragraph as follows:

(1) (Modifies __.) This indicates that the material in ASME B31.1 so numbered for identification is generally applicable but is being altered, amplified, or augmented.

(2) (Replaces __.) This indicates that the material in ASME B31.1 so numbered for identification does not apply.

(3) (Reproduces __.) This indicates that the material in ASME B31.1 so numbered for identification is being identically reproduced for convenience, not for emphasis.

(c) As stated in § 56.01-2 of this chapter, the standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and ASME specifically referred to in this part must be the governing requirements for the matters covered unless specifically limited, modified, or replaced by other rules in this subchapter. See 46 CFR 56.60-1(b) for the other adopted commercial standards applicable to piping systems that also constitute this subchapter.

89. Revise § 56.07-5(a) introductory text and paragraphs (c) and (f) to read as follows:

§ 56.07-5
Definitions (modifies 100.2).

(a)
Piping.
The definitions contained in 100.2 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) apply, as well as the following: * * *

(c)
Schedule.
The word
Schedule
when used in this part refers to specific values as given in ASME B36.10M and B36.19M (both incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

(f)
Vital systems.
(1) Vital systems are those systems that are vital to a vessel's survivability and safety. For the purpose of this subchapter, the following are vital systems:

(i) Systems for fill, transfer, and service of fuel oil;

(ii) Fire-main systems;

(iii) Fixed gaseous fire-extinguishing systems;

(iv) Bilge systems;

(v) Ballast systems;

(vi) Steering systems and steering-control systems;

(vii) Propulsion systems and their necessary auxiliaries and control systems;

(viii) Ship's service and emergency electrical-generation systems and their auxiliaries vital to the vessel's survivability and safety;

(ix) Any other marine-engineering system identified by the cognizant OCMI as crucial to the survival of the vessel or to the protection of the personnel aboard.

(2) For the purpose of this subchapter, a system not identified by paragraph (1) of this definition is a non-vital system.

90. In § 56.07-10, revise the heading in paragraph (a), paragraph (a)(1), the heading in paragraph (b), the heading and introductory text in paragraph (d), paragraph (d)(1), the heading in paragraph (e), paragraph (e)(1), and the heading and paragraph (f) introductory text to read as follows:

§ 56.07-10
Design conditions and criteria (modifies 101-104.7).

(a)
Maximum allowable working pressure.
(1) The maximum allowable working pressure of a piping system must not be greater than the internal design pressure defined in 104.1.2 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

(b)
Relief valves.
* * *

(d)
Ratings for pressure and temperature (modifies 102.2).
The material in 102.2 of ASME B31.1 applies, with the following exceptions:

(1) The details of components not having specific ratings as described in 102.2.2 of ASME B31.1 must be furnished to the Marine Safety Center for approval.

(e)
Pressure design (modifies 102.3, 104.1.2, and 104.4)
. (1) Materials for use in piping must be selected as described in § 56.60-1(a) of this part. Tabulated values of allowable stress for these materials must be measured as indicated in 102.3.1 of ASME B31.1 and in tables 56.60-1 and 56.60-2(a) of this part.

(f)
Intersections (modifies 104.3)
. The material in 104.3 of ASME B31.1 is applicable with the following additions:

91. Revise § 56.10-1(b) to read as follows:

§ 56.10-1
Selection and limitations of piping components (replaces 105 through 108).

(b) The requirements in this subpart and in subparts 56.15 through 56.25 must be met instead of those in 105 through 108 in ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2); however, certain requirements are marked “reproduced.”

92. In § 56.10-5, redesignate paragraphs (c)(2-a), (c)(3), (c)(4), and (c)(5) as paragraphs (c)(3), (c)(4), (c)(5), and (c)(6), respectively, and revise

newly redesignated paragraphs (c)(3) and (c)(6) to read as follows:

§ 56.10-5
Pipe.

(c) * * *

(3) Copper-nickel alloys may be used for water and steam service within the design limits of stress and temperature indicated in ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

(6) Aluminum-alloy pipe or tube along with similar junction equipment may be used within the limitation stated in 124.7 of ASME B31.1 and paragraph (c)(5) of this section.

§ 56.15-1
[Amended]

93. In § 56.15-1—
a. In paragraph (c)(2)(i), remove the term “ANSI B31.1” and add, in its place, the words “ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”; and remove the words “ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”;
c. In paragraph (c)(2)(ii), remove the words “Section I of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “Section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”;
d. In paragraph (c)(4)(ii)(B), remove the words “ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code”; and
e. In paragraph (e), remove the words “MSS Standard SP-25” and add, in their place, the words “MSS SP-25 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”.

§ 56.15-5
[Amended]

94. In § 56.15-5—
a. In paragraph (c)(2)(ii)(A), remove the term “ANSI B31.1” and add, in its place, the words “ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”; and remove the term “ASME Code” and add, in its place, the words “ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”; and
b. In paragraph (c)(2)(ii)(B), remove the words “Section I of the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “Section I of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”.

§ 56.20-1
[Amended]

95. In § 56.20-1—
a. In paragraph (c)(2)(i), remove the term “ANSI B31.1” and add, in its place, the words “ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)” and remove the words “the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”;
b. In paragraph (c)(2)(ii), remove the words “the ASME Code” and add, in their place, the words “the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”; and
c. In paragraph (d), remove the term “ANSI B16.34” and add, in its place, the words “ASME B16.34 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2)”.

96. Revise § 56.20-5, including the section heading, to read as follows:

§ 56.20-5
Marking (modifies 107.2).
Each valve shall bear the manufacturer's name or trademark and reference symbol to indicate the service conditions for which the manufacturer guarantees the valve. The marking shall be in accordance with MSS SP-25 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

97. Revise § 56.20-9(a) to read as follows:

§ 56.20-9
Valve construction.
(a) Each valve must close with a right-hand (clockwise) motion of the handwheel or operating lever as seen by one facing the end of the valve stem. Each gate, globe, and angle valve must generally be of the rising-stem type, preferably with the stem threads external to the valve body. Where operating conditions will not permit such installations, the use of a nonrising-stem valve will be acceptable. Each nonrising-stem valve, lever-operated valve, or other valve where, because of design, the position of the disc or closure mechanism is not obvious must be fitted with an indicator to show whether the valve is opened or closed, except as provided for in § 56.50-1(g)(2)(iii) of this part. No such indicator is required for any valve located in a tank or similar inaccessible space when indicators are available at accessible sites. The operating levers of each quarter-turn (rotary) valve must be parallel to the fluid flow when open and perpendicular to the fluid flow when closed.

98. Revise § 56.20-15(c) to read as follows:

§ 56.20-15
Valves employing resilient material.

(c) If a valve designer elects to use either a calculation or actual fire testing instead of material removal and pressure testing, the calculation must employ ISA-S75.02 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) to determine the flow coefficient (C
v
), or the fire testing must be conducted in accordance with API 607 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

99. Revise § 56.20-20(a) to read as follows:

§ 56.20-20
Valve bypasses.
(a) Sizes of bypasses shall be in accordance with MSS SP-45 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

100. Amend § 56.25-5 by revising the first sentence to read as follows:

§ 56.25-5
Flanges.
Each flange must conform to the design requirements of either the applicable standards of Table 56.60-1(b) of this part, or of those of Appendix 2 of section VIII of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2). * * *

101. Revise § 56.25-7 to read as follows:

§ 56.25-7
Blanks.
Each blank must conform to the design requirements of 104.5.3 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

102. Revise § 56.25-10(a) to read as follows:

§ 56.25-10
Flange facings.
(a) Flange facings shall be in accordance with the applicable standards listed in Table 56.60-1(b) and MSS SP-6 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

103. Amend § 56.25-15 by revising the section heading, redesignating paragraphs (b) and (c) as paragraphs (c) and (d), respectively, and adding new paragraph (b) to read as follows:

§ 56.25-15
Gaskets (modifies 108.4).

(b) Each gasket must conform to the design requirements of the applicable standards of Table 56.60-1(b) of this part.

104. Revise § 56.25-20 paragraphs (a)(1), (b), (d), and (e) to read as follows:

§ 56.25-20
Bolting.

(a)
General
. (1) Bolts, studs, nuts, and washers must comply with applicable standards and specifications listed in 46 CFR 56.60-1. Unless otherwise specified, bolting must be in accordance

with ASME B16.5 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

(b) Carbon steel bolts or bolt studs may be used if expected normal operating pressure does not exceed 300 pounds per square inch gauge and the expected normal operating temperature does not exceed 400 °F. Carbon steel bolts must have heavy hexagon heads in accordance with ASME B18.2.1 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2) and must have heavy semifinished hexagonal nuts in accordance with ASME/ANSI B18.2.2 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2), unless the bolts are tightly fitted to the holes and flange stress calculations taking the bolt bending stresses into account are submitted. When class 250 cast iron flanges are used or when class 125 cast iron flanges are used with ring gaskets, the bolting material must be carbon steel conforming to ASTM A 307 (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 56.01-2), Grade B.

(d) All alloy bolts or studs and accompanying nuts are to be threaded in accordance with ANSI/ASME B1.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2), Class 2A external threads, and Class 2B internal threads (8-thread series 8UN for one inch and larger).

(e) (
Reproduces 108.5.1
) Washers, when used under nuts, shall be of forged or rolled material with steel washers being used under steel nuts and bronze washers under bronze nuts.

105. Revise § 56.30-1 to read as follows:

§ 56.30-1
Scope (replaces 110 through 118).
The selection and limitation of piping joints must be as required by this subpart rather than as required by 110 through 118 of ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2); however, certain requirements are marked “reproduced” in this subpart.

106. Revise § 56.30-5(b)(3), (c)(1), (c)(3) and (d) to read as follows:

§ 56.30-5
Welded joints.

(b) * * *

(3) Consumable insert rings must be used. Commonly used types of butt welding end preparations are shown in ASME B16.25 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2).

(c) * * *

(1) Each socket weld must conform to ASME B16.11 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2), to applicable standards listed in 46 CFR 56.60-1, Table 56.60-1(b), and to Figure 127.4.4C in ASME B31.1 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01-2) as modified by § 56.30-10(b)(4) of this part. A gap of approximately one-sixteenth inch between the end of the pipe and the bottom of the socket must be provided before welding. This may best be provided by bottoming the pipe and backing off slightly before tacking.

(3) (
Reproduces 111.3.4.
) Drains and bypasses may be attached to a fitting or valve by socket welding provided the socket depth, bore diameter and shoulder thickness conform to ASME B16.11.

(d)
Fillet welds
. A fillet weld may vary from convex to concave. The size of a fillet weld is determined as shown in Figure 127.4.4A of ASME B31.1. Fillet-weld details for socket-welding components must meet § 56.30-5(c). Fillet-weld details for flanges must meet § 56.30-10 of this part (see also § 56.70-15(d)(3) and (4) of this part for applications of fillet welds).

107. Amend § 56.30-10 by revising paragraph (b) introductory text, (b)(1), and (b)(3) through (5), and remove the note that follows Figure 56.30-10(b) to read as follows:

§ 56.30-10
Flanged joints (modifies 104.5.1(a)).

(b) Flanges may be attached by any method shown in Figure 56.30-10(b) or by any additional means that may be approved by the Marine Safety Center. Pressure temperature ratings of the appropriate ANSI/ASME standard must not be exceeded.

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