46 CFR 139.160 – Coast Guard oversight activities
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(a) The Coast Guard will provide notice to the TPO 48 hours in advance of any site visit, unless the visit is in response to a complaint or other evidence of regulatory non-compliance. During the visit, the Coast Guard may:
Terms Used In 46 CFR 139.160
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
(1) Inspect a TPO’s records;
(2) Conduct interviews of auditors or surveyors to aid in the evaluation of the organization; and
(3) Observe audits or surveys.
(b) The Coast Guard may require that the owner or managing operator make available a copy of the TSMS upon request.
(c) The Coast Guard may require a revision of a previously approved TSMS if it is determined that requirements of this subchapter are not met.