COMDTINST 16711.13B — Implementation Of The Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel Regulations

COMDTINST 16711.13B governs Coast Guard implementation policies for Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel Regulations and safety examinations.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 16711.13B
  • Title: IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COMMERCIAL FISHING INDUSTRY VESSEL REGULATIONS
  • Date: 8/17/1995
  • Proponent: CG-CVC-3

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The publication addresses education, public awareness, voluntary dockside examinations, biennial examinations, at-sea boardings, and safety equipment requirements. It establishes examination procedures, use of the CG-5587 booklet, and conditions involving unsafe vessel operations.

Applies to: It shall be used by all Active Duty, Reserve, Auxiliary and Civilian personnel involved in the Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel Safety Program.

Topics covered

  • Commercial fishing vessel safety regulations
  • Voluntary dockside examinations
  • At-sea boardings
  • Fish processing vessel examinations
  • Aleutian Trade Act vessels
  • Safety equipment requirements
  • Unsafe vessel operation conditions

Questions and answers

How often must fish processing and Aleutian Trade Act fish tender vessels undergo examination?

The only statutory requirement for commercial fishing vessels to undergo any type of examination are for fish processing vessels and fish tender vessels engaged in the Aleutian Trade to undergo third party examination once every two years (biennial examination). (paragraph 5)

What form must units use for voluntary dockside examinations?

All units conducting voluntary dockside examinations shall use this form to record voluntary dockside examinations of commercial fishing industry vessels. (paragraph 6)

Can a vessel receive a citation during a voluntary dockside examination?

No citations shall be issued for outstanding items listed on the examination booklet during the course of a voluntary dockside exam. (paragraph 6)

What conditions can require termination of commercial fishing vessel operations?

The lack of a sufficient number of immersion suits, when required, may in itself be a basis for termination. (paragraph 5)

What conditions involving bilges are listed as unsafe operations?

Excessive volatile fuel (gasoline or solvents) or volatile fuel vapors in bilges. (paragraph 4)

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