15 Sep 2015 / Houston, Texas, USA
In regards to STS operations, new regulations align with the MARPOL Annex I requirements for a 48-hour notification. An incomplete 48-hour initial notification may be submitted provided that all of the required information is submitted at the earliest opportunity.
A 24-hour notice remains for all vessels subject to 33 CFR 156 Subpart B….
….For STS operations the Person in Overall Control (POAC) is the party responsible for ensuring that any incidents are reported in accordance with 33 CFR 151.15. There should be one report made by or on behalf of the POAC to prevent multiple and potentially conflicting reports to the Coast Guard.
All advanced notifications should be sent via email to Marine Safety Unit Texas City: [email protected]. Alternatively please call the duty Port State Control Examiner at (409) 978-2718. Affected parties are encourages to communicate directly with Marine Safety Unit Texas City to coordinate timely notifications and updates based on individual needs. Certificate of Compliance cargo waivers will not be granted for oil and hazardous cargo transfer operations at sea.
(For information about operations in the USA contact GAC USA at [email protected])
Source: Extract from U.S. Coast Guard Houston-Galveston Marine Safety Information Bulletin Change 1
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