46 C.F.R. Subpart 160.038—Magazine Chests, Portable, for Merchant Vessels
Title 46 - Shipping
Source: CGFR 49–43, 15 FR 122 Jan. 11, 1950, unless otherwise noted.
(a) There are no other specifications applicable to this subpart. (b) [Reserved] (a) Portable magazine chests shall be of a type suitable for stowage of pyrotechnic distress signals, rockets, or powder for line-throwing guns, and shall be of a size not less than 6 nor more than 40 cubic feet capacity. Alternate types of construction to that specified below will be given special consideration. (b) [Reserved] (a) Portable magazine chests shall be constructed of metal and lined with wood. (b) The lining shall be so fitted and finished as to form a smooth surface within the interior of the chest. Fastenings shall be recessed below the surface to avoid projections within the interior. Construction shall be such as to separate all containers of explosives or pyrotechnics from contact with metal surfaces. (c) The metal shall be (a) Portable magazine chests specified by this subpart are not ordinarily subject to regularly s scheduled factory inspections. (b) [Reserved] (a) Portable magazine chests used for the stowage of pyrotechnic signals, rockets, and powder for line-throwing guns shall be marked, in letters at least 3 inches high, with the following legend: “Portable Magazine Chest, Inflammable—Keep Lights and Fire Away.” (b) [Reserved] (a) Portable magazine chests are not subject to formal approval, but will be accepted by the inspector on the basis of this subpart at annual inspections and reinspections of vessels. (b) [Reserved]
Title 46: Shipping
PART 160—LIFESAVING EQUIPMENT
Subpart 160.038—Magazine Chests, Portable, for Merchant Vessels
§ 160.038-1 Applicable specifications.
§ 160.038-2 Type.
§ 160.038-3 Materials, workmanship, and construction.
§ 160.038-4 Inspections and tests.
§ 160.038-5 Marking.
§ 160.038-6 Procedure for approval.