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46 CFR §153.935a

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  1. (a)The master shall make sure that any cargo samples are stored in:
    1. (1)A designated and ventilated space in the cargo area of the vessel; or
    2. (2)An area approved by the Commandant (CG-ENG) or the tankship's flag administration for the stowage of cargo samples.
  2. (b)The master shall make sure that cargo sample bottles are stored:
    1. (1)In a way that prevents shifting of the sample bottles when the vessel is at sea;
    2. (2)In bins or containers constructed of materials that are resistant to the cargo samples; and
    3. (3)Apart from other sample bottles containing incompatible liquids (See part 150, subpart A).