46 CFR 143.590 – Propulsor redundancy on vessels that move tank barges carrying oil or hazardous material in bulk
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(a) A towing vessel must be provided with at least two independent propulsors unless the requirements of § 143.595 are met.
(b) There must be independent controls for each propulsor at each operating station.
(c) In the event of a failure of a single propulsor, the remaining propulsor(s) must have sufficient power to maneuver the vessel to a safe location.