Qualifications for Tankermen and for Persons in Charge of Transfers of Dangerous Liquids and Liquefied Gases

Samenvatting

The Coast Guard establishes an extended delay of the date for compliance and invites further public comments on the appropriate qualifications for a person in charge of the transfer of fuel oil as treated in the final rule regulating Qualifications for Tankermen and for Persons in Charge (PICs) of Transfers of Dangerous Liquids and Liquefied Gases, published on May 8, 1997 (62 FR 25115). The delay and additional opportunity for comment are necessary because much of the maritime industry, especially the inland towing segment, has expressed concern that it was not aware of the rule, or was confused about the section that governs fueling. The delay and opportunity for comment will ensure that the Coast Guard fully considers all viewpoints.