[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 109 (Tuesday, June 7, 2011)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 32865-32866]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-12934]
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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 SAN DIEGO (LPD 22) 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 June 7, 2011 and is applicable beginning
May 18, 2011.
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 SAN DIEGO (LPD 22) 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), 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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1. The authority citation for part 706 continues to read:
Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1605.
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2. 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 SAN DIEGO (LPD 22); and
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B. In Table Four, under paragraph 20, add, in alpha numerical order, by
vessel number, and entry for USS SAN DIEGO (LPD 22); and
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C. In Table Five by adding, in alpha numerical order, by vessel number,
and entry for USS SAN DIEGO (LPD 22).
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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Forward
Masthead Side lights Stern light, anchor Anchor lights
lights arc Side lights Stern light distance distance light, relationship of
Vessel Number of arc of arc of inboard of forward of height above aft light to
visibility; visibility; visibility; ship's sides stern in hull in forward light in
rule 21(a) rule 21(b) rule 21(c) in meters meters; rule meters; 2(k) meters 2(k)
3(b) Annex 1 21(c) Annex 1 Annex 1
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USS SAN DIEGO.................. LPD 22 ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ 1.88 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 SAN DIEGO................ LPD 22......... 10
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Table Five
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After masthead
Masthead lights Forward masthead light less than \1/ Percentage
not over all other light not in 2\ ship's length horizontal
Vessel Number lights and forward quarter of aft of forward separation
obstructions. ship. Annex I, masthead light. attained
Annex I, sec. 2(f) sec. 3(a) Annex I, sec. 3(a)
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USS SAN DIEGO.......................... LPD............................ 22 .................. X 71
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Approved: May 18, 2011.
M. Robb Hyde
Commander, JAGC, U.S. Navy, Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General
(Admiralty and Maritime Law).
Dated: May 19, 2011.
D.J. Werner,
Lieutenant Commander, Judge Advocate General's Corps, U.S. Navy,
Federal Register Liaison Officer.
[FR Doc. 2011-12934 Filed 6-6-11; 8:45 am]
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