Which regulation covers Hazardous Ships Stores?

• A. 46 CFR 147
• B. 33 CFR 159.3
• C. MEPC.76(40)
• D. 46 CFR 151

Answer: (A)

Hazardous materials kept on ships must be regulated so they’re handled, labeled, stored, and documented safely. The regulation that directly covers hazardous ships stores is 46 CFR 147. This part sets out what items are considered hazardous stores, how they must be packaged and labeled, how they must be segregated and stowed, and what records and procedures crews need to follow to prevent accidents or exposures.

Other options address different topics: one relates to oil pollution/prevention, another is an IMO resolution rather than a U.S. regulatory provision, and the remaining also pertain to areas outside hazardous stores. Therefore, 46 CFR 147 is the correct regulation for hazardous ships stores.