46 C.F.R. § 98.30-31
Conditions for pumping.
Cite as 46 C.F.R. § 98.30-31 (2026)
No person may start pumping a product to or from a portable tank or IBC or if started, continue to pump if—
(a) There is an electrical storm;
(b) A fire occurs—
(1) On the deck;
(2) On the vessel;
(3) In the vicinity; or
(c) The cargo hose ruptures or leaks.
[CGD 73-172, 39 FR 22954, June 25, 1974, as amended by USCG-2011-0088, 78 FR 54787, Sept. 6, 2013]