Indiana Administrative Code
Title 312 - NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
Article 5 - BOATING ON PUBLIC WATERS OF INDIANA
Rule 14 - Boats Carrying Passengers for Hire
Section 14-5.1 - Gasoline engines; ventilation
Current through March 20, 2024
Authority: IC 14-10-2-4; IC 14-15-7-3; IC 14-15-7-5
Affected: IC 14
Sec. 5.1.
(a) A boat that uses gasoline for electrical generation, mechanical power, or propulsion must be equipped with a ventilation system. Each system must meet the standards of 33 CFR Part 183, Subpart K (Ventilation), and as follows:
(b) A boat that is required to have an exhaust blower must have a label that is located as close as practicable to each ignition switch, is in plain view of the operator, and has at least the following information: WARNING-GASOLINE VAPORS CAN EXPLODE. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, OPERATE BLOWER FOR 4 MINUTES AND CHECK ENGINE COMPARTMENT BILGE FOR GASOLINE VAPORS.
(c) The ventilation system must be kept in good operating condition. Openings must be free of obstructions. Ducts must not be blocked or torn. Blowers must operate properly. Worn components must be replaced with equivalent marine-type equipment.