USCG Exam PracticeRefrigeration and air conditioning
To which part of the refrigeration system does 46 CFR §58.20-1 apply?
- A. Only portable refrigeration units used for crew provisions
- ✓ Fixed refrigeration systems for air conditioning, refrigerated spaces, cargo spaces, and reliquefaction of low-temperature cargo installed on vesselsCorrect
- C. All refrigeration equipment regardless of whether it is fixed or self-contained
- D. Only cargo refrigeration systems on vessels over 100 gross tons
Why B is correct
46 CFR §58.20-1(a) explicitly states the subpart applies to fixed refrigeration systems for air conditioning, refrigerated spaces, cargo spaces, and reliquefaction of low-temperature cargo installed on vessels. Section (b) specifically excludes small self-contained units.
Cited:46 CFR §58.20-1