46 C.F.R. § 54.01-40 External pressure (modifies UG–28).
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(a) The exemption from external pressure consideration provided by the note under UG–28(f) does not apply. (b) Vessels which may at times be subjected to partial vacuum due to nature of the contents, temperature, unloading operations, or other facet of employment shall either have vacuum breaker protection or be designed for not less than one-half atmosphere of external pressure. [CGFR 70–143, 35 FR 19906, Dec. 30, 1970]
Title 46: Shipping
PART 54—PRESSURE VESSELS
Subpart 54.01—General Requirements
§ 54.01-40 External pressure (modifies UG–28).
