[Code of Federal Regulations]
[Title 46, Volume 2]
[Revised as of October 1, 2004]
From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access
[CITE: 46CFR61.40-6]

[Page 296]
 
                           TITLE 46--SHIPPING
 
   CHAPTER I--COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (CONTINUED)
 
PART 61_PERIODIC TESTS AND INSPECTIONS--Table of Contents
 
 Subpart 61.40_Design Verification and Periodic Testing of Vital System 
                               Automation
 
Sec. 61.40-6  Periodic safety tests.

    (a) Periodic Safety tests must demonstrate the proper operation of 
the primary and alternate controls, alarms, power sources, transfer 
override arrangements, interlocks, and safety controls. Systems 
addressed must include fire detection and extinguishing, flooding 
safety, propulsion, maneuvering, electric power generation and 
distribution, and emergency internal communications.
    (b) Tests must be conducted at periodic intervals specified by the 
Coast Guard to confirm that vital systems and safety features continue 
to operate in a safe, reliable manner.

    Note: Normally, these tests are conducted annually.