Regulation 1 - Application
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Regulation 1 - Application

  (1) Unless expressly provided otherwise, this chapter shall apply to new and existing vessels of 45 m in length and over. However, for existing vessels, the Administration may defer the implementation of the requirements until 1 February 1999, or the date of entry into force of the Protocol, whichever occurs later.

  (2) No provision in this chapter shall prevent the use by any vessel, survival craft or person in distress of any means at their disposal to attract attention, make known their position and obtain help.

Parent topic: Part A - Application and Definitions
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