Federal · Title 46 — Shipping
46 U.S.C. § 2118: Establishment of equipment standards
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based on performance using the best available technology that is economically achievable; and operationally practical. Using the standards established under subsection (a), the Secretary may also certify lifesaving equipment that is not required to be carried on vessels subject to part B of this subtitle to ensure that such equipment is suitable for its intended purpose. At least once every 10 years the Secretary shall review and revise the standards established under subsection (a) to ensure that the standards meet the requirements of this section.
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