46 CFR §139.165
- (a)Each TPO must retain the results of each survey or audit conducted under its approval, including:
- (1)The names of the auditors and/or surveyors;
- (2)The results of each audit or survey conducted; and
- (3)Documentation showing continuing actions relative to an audit or survey, such as resolution of deficiencies and non-conformities.
- (b)Each TPO must also retain the results of audits of their organization conducted by the Coast Guard.
- (c)Records required by this part must be retained for a period of 5 years.