§ 164.55 Deviations from rules: Continuing operation or period of time.
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The Captain of the Port, upon written application, may authorize a deviation from any rule in this part if he determines that the deviation does not impair the safe navigation of the vessel under anticipated conditions and will not result in a violation of the rules for preventing collisions at sea. The authorization may be issued for vessels operating in the waters under the jurisdiction of the Captain of the Port for any continuing operation or period of time the Captain of the Port specifies.
[CGD 74-77, 42 FR 5956, Jan. 31, 1977]
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