Electrical safety and general safety

46 CFR §110.15-1

§ 110.15-1 -1 Definitions. As used in this subchapter— (a) The electrical and electronic terms are defined in IEEE 100 or IEC 60092-101:2018 (both incorporated by reference; see § 110.10-1). (b) In addition to the definitions in paragraph (a) of this section— Coastwise Vessel means a vessel that normally navigates the waters of any ocean or the Gulf of Mexico 20 nautical miles or less offshore and is certificated for coastwise navigation by the Coast Guard. Commandant means the Commandant of the Coast Guard. Constructed means the date— (i) The vessel's keel was laid; or (ii) Construction identifiable with the vessel or facility began and assembly of that vessel or facility commenced comprising of 50 metric tons or at least 1 percent of the estimated mass of all structural material,…

46 CFR §111.01-1

§ 111.01-1 -1 General. (a) Electric installations on vessels must ensure: (1) Maintenance of services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. (2) Protection of passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards. (3) Maintenance of system integrity through compliance with the applicable system requirements (IEEE, NEC, IEC, etc.) to which plan review has been approved. (b) Combustible material should be avoided in the construction of electrical equipment. [CGD 74-125A, 47 FR 15236, Apr. 8, 1982, as amended by CGD 94-108, 61 FR 28275, June 4, 1996; 62 FR 23907, May 1, 1997]

46 CFR §111.106-3

§ 111.106-3 -3 General requirements. (a) Electrical installations in hazardous locations, where necessary for operational purposes, must be located in the least hazardous location practicable. (b) Electrical installations in hazardous locations must comply with the standards listed in paragraphs (b)(1), (2), or (3) of this section. (1) NFPA 70 Articles 500 through 504 (incorporated by reference, see § 110.10-1 of this subpart). Equipment identified for Class I locations must meet the provisions of Sections 500.7 and 500.8 of NFPA 70 and must be tested and listed by an independent laboratory to any of the following standards: (i) ANSI/UL 674, ANSI/UL 823, ANSI/UL 844, ANSI/UL 913, ANSI/UL 1203, ANSI/ISA 12.12.01, and/or ANSI/UL 2225 (incorporated by reference, see § 110.10-1). (ii) FM …

46 CFR §111.79-1

§ 111.79-1 -1 Receptacle outlets; general. (a) There must be a sufficient number of receptacle outlets in the crew accommodations for an adequate level of habitability. (b) There must be a sufficient number of receptacle outlets throughout the machinery space so that any location can be reached by a portable power cord having a length not greater than 24 meters (75 feet). (c) Each receptacle outlet must be compatible with the voltage and current of the circuit in which it is installed. (d) Each receptacle outlet must be suitable for the environment in which it is installed and constructed to the appropriate NEMA or IEC protection standard as referenced in § 111.01-9. Special attention must be given to outlets in hazardous locations. (e) A receptacle outlet must not have any exposed li…

46 CFR §183.200

General design, installation, and maintenance requirements. Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: (a) Provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions; (b) Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock; (c) Minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts; and (d) Prevent electrical ignition of flammable vapors.

46 CFR §183.220

General safety provisions. (a) Electrical equipment and installations must be suitable for the roll, pitch, and vibration of the vessel underway. (b) All equipment, including switches, fuses, lampholders, etc., must be suitable for the voltage and current utilized. (c) Receptacle outlets of the type providing a grounded pole or a specific direct current polarity must be of a configuration that will not permit improper connection. (d) All electrical equipment and circuits must be clearly marked and identified. (e) Any cabinet, panel, box, or other enclosure containing more than one source of power must be fitted with a sign warning persons of this condition and identifying the circuits to be disconnected.