§ 157.41. Emergencies.
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/us/cfr/t33/s§ 157.41·A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
Sections 157.27, 157.29, 157.37, and 157.39 do not apply to a tank vessel that discharges into the sea oil or oily mixtures:
(a)For the purpose of securing the safety of the vessel or for saving life at sea; or
(b)As a result of damage to the vessel or its equipment if:
(1)Reasonable precautions are taken after the occurrence of the damage or discovery of the discharge for the purpose of preventing or minimizing the discharge; and
(2)The owner, master or person in charge did not intend to cause damage, or did not act recklessly and with knowledge that damage of the environment would probably result.