Regulacje i polityka gospodarcza · 22.12.1999

Regulated Navigation Area; Arrival Notification and Year 2000 (Y2K) Reporting Requirements for Vessels Transiting the Cape Cod Canal

The Coast Guard is establishing a regulated navigation area for U.S. and foreign flag vessels transiting the Cape Cod Canal during the peak Y2K risk periods of December 30, 1999 to January 1, 2000 and February 27, 2000 to February 29, 2000. Owners and operators of U.S. vessels transiting the Cape Cod Canal during these periods will be required to notify the Captain of the Port, Marine Safety Office Providence RI, (hereinafter COTP Providence RI) 24 hours in advance of their transit. Owners and operators of foreign vessels will be required to notify and report Year 2000 (Y2K) preparedness information to the COTP Providence, RI 24 hours in advance of transiting the Cape Cod Canal. The advance notice and Y2K information will allow the COTP Providence, RI to assess vessel preparedness for potential Y2K-related malfunctions of equipment and systems and enable appropriate measures to be taken to protect the Cape Cod Canal from a serious marine casualty.