Bezpieczeństwo i regulacje · 02/11/2004

Review and Approval of Classification Societies

This notice contains procedures the Coast Guard will use to review classification societies seeking Coast Guard approval to perform certain functions for vessels. Under the 2004 Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Authorization Act, after January 1, 2005, classification societies may not perform those certain functions for vessels unless they are either approved by the Coast Guard or are full members of the International Association of Classification Societies. Class societies seeking Coast Guard approval should submit a package in accordance with the procedures in this notice. The Coast Guard also seeks public comment on the procedures described herein for reviewing and approving classification societies.