33 CFR §154.570
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- (a)Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, for operations between sunset and sunrise, a facility must have fixed lighting that adequately illuminates:
- (1)Each transfer connection point on the facility;
- (2)Each transfer connection point in use on any barge moored at the facility to or from which oil or hazardous material is being transferred;
- (3)Each transfer operations work area on the facility; and
- (4)Each transfer operation work area on any barge moored at the facility to or from which oil or hazardous material is being transferred.
- (b)Where the illumination is apparently inadequate, the COTP may require verification by instrument of the levels of illumination. On a horizontal plane 3 feet above the barge deck or walking surface, illumination must measure at least:
- (c)For small or remote facilities, the COTP may authorize operations with an adequate level of illumination provided by the vessel or by portable means.
- (d)Lighting must be located or shielded so as not to mislead or otherwise interfere with navigation on the adjacent waterways.