S.C. Code Regs. 136-740. Pilot Vessel Operation

A. The pilots for the Upper Coastal Area shall obtain and engage the dedicated services of one or more privately owned pilot vessels for the sole benefit of the pilots. B. An adequate number of such vessels shall be manned and available for duty 24 hours per day, seven days per week, such number to be determined by the Commissioners. C. Every pilot vessel shall be materially sufficient and properly manned for its intended duty to the satisfaction of the Commissioners.