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46 CFR §139.160

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  1. (a)The Coast Guard will provide notice to the TPO 48 hours in advance of any site visit, unless the visit is in response to a complaint or other evidence of regulatory non-compliance. During the visit, the Coast Guard may:
    1. (1)Inspect a TPO's records;
    2. (2)Conduct interviews of auditors or surveyors to aid in the evaluation of the organization; and
    3. (3)Observe audits or surveys.
  2. (b)The Coast Guard may require that the owner or managing operator make available a copy of the TSMS upon request.
  3. (c)The Coast Guard may require a revision of a previously approved TSMS if it is determined that requirements of this subchapter are not met.