In accordance with Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR), a steam propelled cargo vessel over 25 gross tons may have a Certificate of Inspection issued for __________.
• 46 CFR requirements for Certificates of Inspection (COI) on cargo vessels over 25 gross tons • Different validity periods a COI can legally cover (single voyage, temporary situation, full certification period) • How the Coast Guard uses a COI to address special circumstances vs. normal service life
• Ask yourself: Does 46 CFR allow only one standard length for a COI, or are there provisions for special/temporary situations as well? • Consider why the Coast Guard might issue a certificate only for one voyage versus for several years—what circumstances would justify each? • Think about whether the regulations are written narrowly (one option) or flexibly (several options) to fit different operational needs.
• Check in 46 CFR what the maximum normal validity of a cargo vessel’s Certificate of Inspection is (in years). • Look for sections that mention single‑voyage or temporary COIs and note if they are allowed for special or emergency situations. • Confirm whether the regulation language is exclusive (only one type allowed) or inclusive (allows more than one of the listed options), which affects whether multiple choices could be correct.
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