U.S.A.-Canada Memorandum of Understanding
Title 29 – Labor
Title 33 – Navigation & Navigable Waterways
- 33 CFR – Part 26: Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Regulations – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 62: U.S. Aids To Navigation System – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 70: Interference With Or Damage To Aids To Navigation – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 80: COLREGS Demarcation Lines – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 81: ’72 COLREGS Implementing Rules – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 82: ’72 COLREGS Interpretive Rules – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 84: Annex I – Positioning & Technical Details Of Lights & Shapes – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 86: Annex III – Technical Details Of Sound Signal Appliances – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 87: Distress Signals – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 88: Pilot Rules – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 89: Inland Navigation Rules – Implementing Rules – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 90: Inland Navigation Rules – Interpretive Rules – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 95: Operating A Vessel While Under The Influence Of Alcohol Or A Dangerous Drug – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 96: Rules For The Safe Operation Of Vessels & Safety Management Systems – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 104: Maritime Security – Vessels – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 105: Maritime Security – Facilities – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 109: Anchorages – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 110: Anchorage Regulations – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 114: Bridges – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 117: Drawbridge Operation Regulations – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 118: Bridge Lighting & Other Signals – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 125: Identification Credentials For Persons Requiring Access To Waterfront Facilities Or Vessels – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 138: Financial Responsibility For Water Pollution (Vessels) – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 151: Vessels Carrying Oil, Noxious Liquid Substances, Garbage, Municipal Or Commercial Waste, & Ballast Water – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 155: Oil Or Hazardous Material Pollution Prevention Regulations For Vessels – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 156: Oil & Hazardous Material Transfer Operations – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 157: Rules For The Protection Of The Marine Environment Relating To Tank Vessels Carrying Oil In Bulk – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 159: Marine Sanitation Devices – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 160: Ports & Waterways Safety – General – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 161: Vessel Traffic Management (VTS) – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 162: Inland Waterways Navigation Regulations – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 163: Towing Of Barges – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 164: Navigation Safety Regulations – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 165: Regulated Navigation Areas & Limited Access Areas – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 166: Shipping Safety Fairways – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 167: Offshore Traffic Separation Schemes – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 168: Escort Requirements for Certain Tankers – July 2010
- 33 CFR – Part 173: Vessel Numbering And Casualty & Accident Reporting – July 2010
Title 46 – Shipping
- 46 CFR – Part 2: Vessel Inspections – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 4: Marine Casualties & Investigations – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 5: Marine Investigation Regulations – Personnel Action – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 7: Boundary Lines – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 10: Merchant Mariner Credential – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 11: Requirements for Officer Endorsements – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 12: Requirements for Rating Endorsements – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 13: Certification of Tankermen – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 14: Shipment & Discharge of Merchant Mariners – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 15: Manning Requirements – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 16: Chemical Testing – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 27: Towing Vessels – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 30: Tank Vessels (including Tank Barges) – General Provisions – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 31: Tank Vessel Inspection & Certification – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 32: Tank Vessels – Special Equipment, Machinery & Hull Requirements – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 34: Tank Vessels – Firefighting Equipment – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 35: Tank Vessels – Operations – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 36: Tank Vessels – Elevated Temperature Cargoes – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 38: Tank Vessels – Liquefied Flammable Gases – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 39: Tank Vessels – Vapor Control Systems – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 42: Domestic & Foreign Voyages by Sea / Load Lines – October 2009
- 46 CFR – Part 44: Special Service Limited Domestic Voyages – October 2009
- 46 CFR – Part 45: Great Lakes Load Lines – October 2009
- 46 CFR – Part 64: Marine Portable Tanks & Cargo Handling Systems – October 2009
- 46 CFR – Part 67: Documentation Of Vessels – October 2009
- 46 CFR – Part 68: Documentation Of Vessels – Exceptions To Coastwise Qualification – October 2009
- 46 CFR – Part 69: Measurement Of Vessels – October 2009
- 46 CFR – 150: Compatibility Of Cargoes – October 2010
- 46 CFR – Part 151: Barges Carrying Bulk Liquid Hazardous Material Cargo – October 2010
Title 47 – Telecommunications
- 47 CFR – Part 13: Commercial Radio Operators (FCC Licensing) – October 2009
- 47 CFR – Part 80: Stations In The Maritime Services – October 2009
Title 49 – Transportation
- 49 CFR – Part 40: Procedures For Transportation Workplace Drug & Alcohol Testing Programs – October 2009
- 49 CFR – Part 176: Hazardous Materials – Carriage By Vessel – October 2009
U.S. Coast Guard Navigation & Vessel Inspection Circulars (NVIC’s)
- NVIC #4-08: Medical & Physical Evaluations Guidelines For Merchant Mariner Credentials + Enclosure #1 (Medical Certification Standards), Enclosure #2 (Physical Ability Guidelines), Enclosure #3 (Medical Conditions Subject To Further Review), Enclosure #3a (Index For Medical Conditions Subject To Further Review), Enclosure #3b (Abbreviations), Enclosure #4 (Medications), Enclosure #5 (Vision & Hearing Standards), Enclosure #6 (Medical Review Process)
- NVIC #2-08: Criteria For Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Crew Endurance Management Systems (CEMS) Implementation
- NVIC #1-06: Guidelines For Assessment Of Seafarer’s Proficiency For Certification As Ratings Forming A Part Of An Engineering Watch (RFPEW) Through Demonstrations Of Skills
- NVIC #2-02: Guidelines For Assessment Of Seafarer’s Proficiency For Certification As Ratings Forming A Part Of A Navigational Watch (RFPNW) Through Demonstrations Of Skills
- NVIC #12-01: Continuing Competency In Basic Safety Training (BST)
- NVIC #6-01: Protective Equipment Required For Firefighter’s Outfits
- NVIC #4-01: Manning & Licensing For Towing Vessel Officers
- NVIC #9-00 (Ch. 1): Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguishing System Safety
- NVIC #7-00: Clarification Of The Application Of STCW To Vessels Less Than 200 GRT
- NVIC #6-00: Issuance Of International Forms Required By STCW To Validate Merchant Mariner Licenses & Documents
- NVIC #3-00: Manning & Training Guidance For Fast Rescue Boats (FRB’s) On United States Vessels
- NVIC #3-99: GMDSS & EPIRB Equipment Requirements For Commercial Vessels
- NVIC #6-97: Designated Examiner Policy
- NVIC #1-95: Voluntary Training Standards For Entry-Level Personnel On Towing Industry Vessels
- NVIC #11-93, Ch. 3: Applicability of Tonnage Measurement Systems to U.S. Flag Vessels
- NVIC #5-92: Guidelines For Wire Rope Hawser Inspection
- NVIC #3-92: Recommended Program for Protection of Merchant Mariners from Occupational Health Problems
- NVIC #11-91: Ocean Tow Of Jackup Drilling Units
- NVIC #7-91: Determination Of Cold Water Areas
- NVIC #6-91: Fire Drills & On-Board Training
- NVIC #8-89: Recommendations Concerning Emergency Towing of Tankers
- NVIC #3-89: Guidelines for the Presentation of Stability Information for Operating Personnel
- NVIC #1-86: Shipment and Discharge of Seamen
- NVIC #12-83: Intact Stability of Towing & Fishing Vessels – Research Results
- NVIC #3-83: Voluntary Qualifications for U.S. Merchant Marine Entry Ratings
- NVIC #12-82: Recommendations On Control of Excessive Noise
- NVIC #2-81: Coast Guard Inspection Guidance Regarding Integrated Tug Barge Combinations
U.S. Coast Guard Policy Letters (PL’s)
- PL #10-06: Carriage Of Lifesaving & Firefighting Equipment On Board Uninspected Towing Vessels In Excess Of Subchapter C Requirements – December 28, 2010
- PL #10-05: Electronic Navigation Publications Onboard U.S. Vessels – November 26, 2010
- PL #10-02: Existing Systems & Equipment On Towing Vessels – March 11, 2010
- PL #04-13, Rev. 1: Guidelines For The Inspection Of Oily Water Monitor & Separator Systems – March 24, 2005
- PL# 04-06: Guidance For Ballast Water Regulations – August 10, 2004
- PL #04-02: Global Maritime Distress & Safety System (GMDSS) Operator Requirements – May 17, 2004
- PL #00-04: Watchkeeping And Work-Hour Limitations On Towing Vessels, Offshore Supply Vessels (OSV’s) & Crew Boats Utilizing A Two Watch System
- PL #99-03: Application Of Emergency Control Systems For Tank Barges – July 27, 1999
- PL #99-02: Enhanced Surveys On Tank Barges Over 5,000 Gross Tons – June 17, 1999
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