46 C.F.R. § 160.010-8 Nameplate and marking.
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(a) A substantial nameplate must be permanently attached to each buoyant apparatus. The nameplate must contain the name of the manufacturer, lot designation or serial number, approval number, dimensions, and number of persons capacity. Space must be provided for the date, and the identification of the independent laboratory. (b) The nameplates of buoyant apparatus accepted must be marked with the identification of the independent laboratory and the date.
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PART 160—LIFESAVING EQUIPMENT
Subpart 160.010—Buoyant Apparatus for Merchant Vessels
§ 160.010-8 Nameplate and marking.