Towing vessels on the Muskegon route must have on board an operational plan that is available for ready reference by the master. The plan must include the following:
- (a) The cargo limitations, the general operational requirements, and the special operational requirements of this subpart.
- (b) A list of mooring and docking facilities (with phone numbers) in St. Joseph, Holland, Grand Haven, and Muskegon, that can accommodate the tow.
- (c) A list of towing firms (with phone numbers) that have the capability to render assistance to the tow, if required.
- (d) Guidelines for possible emergency situations, such as barge handling under adverse weather conditions, and other emergency procedures.
[USCG-1998-4623, 67 FR 19690, Apr. 23, 2002, as amended at 75 FR 70604, Nov. 18, 2010]