Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972
Federal Register, Volume 77 Issue 19 (Monday, January 30, 2012)
Federal Register Volume 77, Number 19 (Monday, January 30, 2012)
Rules and Regulations
Pages 4468-4469
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office www.gpo.gov
FR Doc No: 2012-1897
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Department of the Navy
32 CFR Part 706
Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972
AGENCY: Department of the Navy, DoD.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: The Department of the Navy (DoN) is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (DAJAG) (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply.
DATES: This rule is effective January 30, 2012 and is applicable beginning January 16, 2012.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lieutenant Jaewon Choi, JAGC, U.S. Navy, Admiralty Attorney, (Admiralty and Maritime Law), Office of the Judge Advocate General, Department of the Navy, 1322 Patterson Ave. SE., Suite 3000, Washington Navy Yard, DC 20374-5066, telephone (202) 685-5040.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Pursuant to the authority granted in 33 U.S.C. 1605, the DoN amends 32 CFR part 706.
This amendment provides notice that the DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime Law), under authority delegated by the Secretary of the Navy, has certified that USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with the following specific provisions of 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship: Rule 27(a)(i) and (b)(i), pertaining to the placement of all-round task lights in a vertical line; Annex I, paragraph 3(a), pertaining to the horizontal distance between the forward and after masthead lights; and Annex I, paragraph 2(k) as described in Rule 30(a)(i), pertaining to the vertical separation between anchor lights. The DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has also certified that the lights involved are located in closest possible compliance with the applicable 72 COLREGS requirements.
Moreover, it has been determined, in accordance with 32 CFR parts 296 and 701, that publication of this amendment for public comment prior to adoption is impracticable, unnecessary, and contrary to public interest since it is based on technical findings that the placement of lights on this vessel in a manner differently from that prescribed herein will adversely affect the vessel's ability to perform its military functions.
List of Subjects in 32 CFR Part 706
Marine safety, Navigation (water), and Vessels.
For the reasons set forth in the preamble, amend part 706 of title 32 of the CFR as follows:
PART 706--CERTIFICATIONS AND EXEMPTIONS UNDER THE INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS FOR PREVENTING COLLISIONS AT SEA, 1972
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The authority citation for part 706 continues to read:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1605.
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Section 706.2 is amended as follows:
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A. In Table Three by adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, an entry for USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24); and
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B. In Table Four by adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, and entry for USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24); and
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C. In Table Five by adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number, and entry for USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24).
Sec. 706.2 Certifications of the Secretary of the Navy under Executive Order 11964 and 33 U.S.C. 1605.
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Table Three
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Side lights Stern light,
Masthead Side lights Stern light distance distance Forward anchor Anchor lights relationship
lights arc of arc of arc of inboard of forward of light, height of aft light to forward
Vessel No. visibility; visibility; visibility; ship's sides stern in above hull in light in meters 2(k) Annex
rule 21(a) rule 21(b) rule 21(c) in meters 3(b) meters; rule meters; 2(k) 1
Annex 1 21(c) Annex 1
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USS ARLINGTON.......................... LPD 24.................... .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. .............. 1.62 below
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Table Four
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Angle in degrees of task
lights off vertical as
Vessel Number viewed from directly
ahead or astern
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USS ARLINGTON................ LPD 24......... 10
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Table Five
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After mast-
Masthead Forward head light less
lights not masthead light than \1/2\ Percentage
over all other not in forward ship's length horizontal
Vessel No. lights and quarter of aft of forward separation
obstructions. ship. Annex I, masthead light. attained
Annex I, sec. sec. 3(a) Annex I, sec.
2(f) 3(a)
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USS ARLINGTON................ LPD 24......... .............. .............. X 71
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Approved: January 16, 2012.
M. Robb Hyde,
Commander, JAGC, U.S. Navy, Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate, General, Admiralty and Maritime Law.
Dated: January 23, 2012.
J.M. Beal,
Lieutenant Commander, Judge Advocate General's Corps, U.S. Navy, Federal Register Liaison Officer.
FR Doc. 2012-1897 Filed 1-27-12; 8:45 am
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