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Tanker navigation safety standards: Appropriate crew size. A study required by section 4111(b)(1) of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:420144
This document presents the results gathered in response to the congressional mandate contained in Section 4111 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-380) to determine appropriate crew sizes on tankers. The definition of `appropriate crew size` is based on the objective of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, to ensure pollution prevention through safe navigation of vessels carrying hazardous substances and/or oil. The report addresses crew size and the impact of laws, implementing regulations, operating practices, ship and automation status, and potential changes thereof, on crew size.
Research Organization:
Coast Guard, Washington, DC (United States). Office of Standards Evaluation and Development
OSTI ID:
420144
Report Number(s):
PB--97-111611/XAB
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English