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Standards and Technical Information Reports
The US Coast Guard has promulgated regulations set for LPG systems on inspected vessels (e.g., small passenger vessels) (see 46 CFR, Chapter I, Subchapter T, Subpart B, Section 184.240).
Requirements for marine compressed natural gas (CNG) systems are covered by ABYC A-22, Marine Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Systems.
Requirements for marine liquefied petroleum (LPG) fueled galley stoves are covered by ABYC A-3, Galley Stoves.
Requirements for LPG appliances, other than galley stoves, are covered by ABYC A-26, LPG and CNG Fueled Appliances.
Requirements for cooking appliances with integral LPG cylinders are covered by ABYC A-30, Cooking Appliances with Integral LPG Cylinders.
Non-Member Purchase: (2018)
Archived Standards Purchase: (2013) (2006) (2000) (1993) (1990) (1978) (1968) 1967, 1965
Scope: This standard applies to boats equipped with engine(s), an electrical system, or heat producing devices.
NOTE: The US Coast Guard (USCG) has promulgated mandatory requirements for fire extinguishing equipment in Title 46 CFR Chapter I Subchapter C Part 25 Subpart 25.30. Refer to the CFR for complete, current federal requirements.
4.2.1 Fixed fire extinguishing systems covered by this standard are intended for normally unoccupied machinery, tankage, and bilge spaces.
Current Version: (2018)
Archived Standards: (2008) (2002) (2000)(1994)(1993) (1992) (1985) (1970) (1968)(1966)(1961 Adopted)
EXCEPTION: LPG fueled refrigeration and air conditioning equipment (see ABYC A-26, LPG and CNG Fueled Appliances).
Current Version: (2018 Reaffirmed)
Archived Standards: (2013) (1999) (1992) (1970) 1966
Inland waters are defined in 33 CFR parts 84 through 90.
Current Version: (2016)
Archived Standards: (2011) (2005) (1997) (1989) (1983) (1980) (1972)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of compressed natural gas (CNG) systems on boats.
Scope: This standard applies to compressed natural gas (CNG) systems used on boats, up to the point of connection with the CNG appliance.
The US Coast Guard regulations prohibit the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) on certain vessels and sets different standards for small passenger vessels.
Archived Standards: (2012) (2006) (1993) (1978)
The 72 COLREGS and the United States Coast Guard, in its Navigation Rules, International and Inland, contain statutory requirements for sound signal appliances on boats operating in international and inland waters.
Inland waters are defined in 33 CFR part 84-90.
The terms “boat” and “vessel” are used interchangeably throughout this standard.
Scope: This standard applies to all sound signal appliances for use on vessels of less than 20 m (65 ft) in length, regardless of the mode of operation or power source of the appliance.
NOTE: It is recommended that vessels 20 m (65 ft) in length to less than 75 m (246 ft) in length carry the sound signal appliances required by 72 COLREGS for vessels of that size. The United States recognizes that all vessels complying with the equipment requirements of the International Rules are considered to be in compliance with the Inland Rules. The reverse may not be true.
Archived Standards: (2004) (1990) (1985)
1. Stoves covered by ABYC A-3, Galley Stoves. 2. Stoves covered by ABYC A-30, Cooking Appliances with Integral LPG Cylinders.
Archived Standards: (2012) (2006) (1999)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of alternating current (AC) generator sets on boats.
Archived Standards: (2004) (2000) (1997)
Scope: This standard applies to the qualification and installation of galvanic isolators used on boats equipped with alternating current (AC) shore power systems operating at frequencies of 50 or 60 Hz, and less than 600 V, wired in accordance with ABYC E-11, AC & DC Electrical Systems on Boats and ABYC TE-12, Three Phase AC Electrical Systems on Boats.
NOTE:	Boats with metal in contact with water are subject to galvanic corrosion when connected to shore power as a result of connection to the common AC grounding conductor. This connection will affect the vessel's cathodic protection system. The use of a galvanic isolator may reduce these effects.
Current Version: (2019)
Archived Standards: (2014) (2008) (2004) (2001) (1998) (1997) 2003
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, installation, and maintenance of cooking appliances with integral LPG cylinders.
Scope: This standard applies to all appliances with integral LPG cylinders of not more than 16.4 oz (465 g) designed for cooking in exterior locations and to appliances with integral LPG cylinders of not more than eight ounces (227 g) designed for cooking and storage in the accommodation spaces.
NOTE: Installations with a capacity greater than 16.4 oz (465 g) are covered by ABYC A-1, Marine Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Systems; A-22, Marine Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Systems; and A-3, Galley Stoves.
Archive Standards: (2013, RFI) (2006) (2001) (1993)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of permanently installed marine alternating current (AC) battery chargers, power inverters and inverter/chargers.
Scope: This document applies to electrical and electronic power conversion and control equipment in the AC shore power feed on boats:
with onboard distribution systems operating at 300 volts or less, single or three-phase, installed between the shore power inlet and the distribution panel, between shore power and onboard AC power sources, and between multiple onboard AC power sources for the purposes of:
NOTE: There is a significant risk of electric shock, arc flash, and arc flash explosions at potentials greater than 300 volts.
Current Version: (2017)
Archive Standards: (2012)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, installation and performance of devices used to disable the propulsion system when the operator is unexpectedly displaced from the boat and may include provisions to alert the operator when passengers are unexpectedly displaced from the boat.
Scope: This standard applies to all mechanically powered boats equipped with devices that disable propulsion when the operator is unexpectedly displaced from the boat and boats equipped with a warning system for passengers unexpectedly displaced from the boat.
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, choice of materials for, construction, installation, and replacement of primer bulbs installed in gasoline fuel systems.
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, manufacture, testing, and application of carbon canisters as a device to reduce evaporative hydrocarbon emissions in a marine gasoline fuel system caused by the diurnal cycle.
C-3 Alcohol, Kerosene, and Solidified Fuel Cooking Appliances for Marine Use
Purpose: This standard applies to the construction and performance characteristics of alcohol, kerosene, and solidified fuel cooking appliances for use on boats, including countertop assemblies, insert surface assemblies, insert ovens, and ranges (surface cooking units and ovens included in the one appliance).
3.2.1 The requirements in this standard apply to the construction and performance characteristics of solidified fuel cooking appliances for use on boats, including countertop assemblies, insert surface assemblies, insert ovens, and ranges (surface cooking units and ovens included in the one appliance).
3.2.2. Alcohol, kerosene, and solidified fuel cooking appliances covered in this standard are intended for installation in accordance with the applicable standards of the American Boat and Yacht Council; with NFPA 302, Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft; and with the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 33.
3.2.3 Alcohol and kerosene fueled cooking appliances covered in this standard are fueled by gravity feed fuel tanks, and remote and integral fuel tanks that are pressurized.
3.2.4 These requirements do not cover cooking appliances using wood, coal, or charcoal.
Scope: This standard applies to the test methods for determining ignition protection but is not to be considered a standard that will determine the acceptability of a product or component for use in marine service.
1.	Explosion proof or intrinsically safe equipment as required by the US Coast Guard and applied to US Coast Guard inspected vessels or as defined in the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70.
2.	Ignition protection procedures for products or components that may operate in hydrogen and air mixtures.
3.	Mechanisms of ignition from external sources, such as static electricity, lightning, or other factors not related to the apparatus under test.
4.	Apparatus based on the use of high voltage electrostatic principles.
5.	The deterioration of external wiring.
6.	Connections installed in accordance with applicable installation standards.
1.	Products and components classified as ignition protected are intended to be installed and used in accordance with the applicable requirements of the US Coast Guard, the American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc, and the Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft, ANSI/NFPA No. 302.
2.	Reference to EN ISO 8846:2017 is required for CE marking; SAE J1171 is an equivalent standard.
Archive Version: (2014)
Scope: This standard applies to the design, installation, and use of cathodic protection systems on boats with sacrificial anodes or impressed currents.
Archived Standards: (2013) (2008) (2001) (1996) (1981) (1973) (1971) (1965)
Purpose: These standards and recommended practices are guides for the selection, location, installation, and wiring of storage batteries.
The United States Coast Guard has promulgated mandatory requirements for batteries in 33 CFR, Subpart I, Sections CFR 183.420 (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f), and (g). Refer to the CFR for complete, current federal requirements.
Lithium Ion battery systems pose different risks from those encountered with lead acid batteries and should only be installed and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
Archive Standards: (2011)(2006) (1996) (1989) (1975) (1974) 1970, 1968
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of alternating current (AC) electrical systems and direct current (DC) electrical systems on boats.
See E-30, Electric Propulsion Systems, for voltages over 300 VAC and 60 VDC for the purposes of electric/hybrid propulsion.
Three phase power systems pose different risks from those encountered with single phase systems and should only be installed and maintained in accordance with specifications detailed in any of the various recognized standards development organizations including IEEE, ABS, Det Norske Veritas, etc.
Scope: This standard applies to:
11.2.1 alternating current (AC) electrical systems on boats operating at frequencies of 50 or 60 hertz and less than 300 volts, including shore power systems up to the point of connection to the shore outlet and including the shore power cable and,
11.2.2 direct current (DC) electrical systems on boats operating at 60 volts nominal or less.
Engine manufacturer supplied engine management systems and their associated conductors.
Archive Standards: (2015) (2012) (2009) (2008) (2003)
E-30 Electric Propulsion Systems
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) electrical systems on boats for the purpose of propulsion.
ABYC E-11, AC and DC Electrical Systems on Boats outlines information for voltages less than 300 VAC and 60 VDC.
Three phase power systems pose different and significant risks from those encountered with single phase systems and should only be installed and maintained by properly trained technicians under appropriate engineering supervision, and in accordance with specifications detailed in any of the various recognized standards including IEEE, ABS, Det Norske Veritas, etc.
30.2.1 alternating current (AC) systems on boats operating at more than 300 VAC, but less than 1000 VAC and
30.2.2 direct current (DC) systems on boats operating at more than 60 VDC nominal but less than 1000 VDC, including battery banks, motors, and controllers for the purpose of propulsion.
NOTES: The electric propulsion system can include several components including but not limited to:
AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC, AC/AC converters
Archive Version: (2017)
NOTE: E-30 replaced TE-30
TE-30 Archive Standards: (2009)
Scope: This standard specifies the requirements for the field of vision from the helm position(s) and applies to all boats powered by machinery.
Boats can be operated in a manner and at certain speeds causing trim and/or roll angles such that vision is obscured. A boat operator may experience some loss of vision from the helm position while operating at high trim angles during the transition between displacement and planing mode.
This standard does not relieve the operator of the requirement to comply with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Navigation Rules.
Archive Standards: (2012) (2010) (2006) (2000) 1988, 1985, 1974, 1970, 1965 (Adopted)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of both powered and natural ventilation systems for engine and fuel tank compartments of boats for the purpose of expelling or diluting potentially explosive gasoline vapor from a boat’s interior.
Scope: This standard applies to boats using gasoline for electrical generation, mechanical power or propulsion, including outboard powered boats.
H-3 Exterior Windows, Windshields, Hatches, Doors, Portlights, and Glazing Materials
Scope: This standard applies to the design, construction, and installation of exterior windows, windshields, hatches, doors, portlights, and all glazing materials on boats.
Openings located below a reference line determined by length overall (LOA) divided by 17 (LOA/17) measured from the static floating position (waterline).
Archived Standards: (2014) (2008) (2005) (1994) 1988, 1970
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the definition, design, and construction of cockpit drainage systems.
Purpose: This standard is a guide for determining the maximum weight and persons capacity of boats.
SCOPE: This standard applies to all boats less than 26 feet (7.9 m) in length (LOA), including catamarans, and to all boats with upper decks.
Pontoon boats (see ABYC H-35, Powering and Load Capacity of Pontoon Boats).
Current Version:(2017)
Archive Standards: (2016) (2012) (2004) (2002) (1996) (1988) (1983) (1981) (1974) (1973) 1965, 1964, 1963
Purpose: This standard is a guide for determining the flotation and placement required to keep boats afloat when flooded/swamped and where indicated, floating in an approximately level attitude when flooded/swamped.
SCOPE: This standard applies to boats less than 20 feet (6.1 m) in length, including catamarans.
canoes and kayaks (see ABYC H-29, Canoes and Kayaks)
inflatable boats (see ABYC H-28, Inflatable Boats)
Archive Standards: (2012)(2004) (1999) (1987) (1980) (1973)
Purpose: These standards are guides for the design, construction, installation, operation, and control of electric bilge pump systems.
Scope: These standards apply to all boats equipped with electric bilge pump systems intended for control of spray, rain water, and normal accumulation of water due to seepage and spillage.
Archive Standards: (2005) (1998) (1986) (1977) (1974)
Purpose: This standard establishes a guide for the design, construction, and installation of potable water supply systems on boats and identification of non-potable water systems.
Scope: This standard applies to all boats equipped with potable and non-potable water supply systems.
Archive Standard: (2008) (1996) (1983) (1974) (1970)
Portable gasoline fuel systems are covered by ABYC H-25, Portable Gasoline Fuel Systems.
The Environmental Protection Agency has promulgated regulations regarding the evaporative and diurnal emissions for gasoline spark ignition marine engines and fuel systems in 40 CFR Chapter 1060 (see APPENDIX 2). Refer to the CFR for complete, current federal requirements.
The California Air Resources Board has promulgated regulations regarding the evaporative and diurnal emissions for Spark Ignition Marine Watercraft (SIMW) in 13 CCR 2850-2871 (see APPENDIX 2). Refer to the CCR for complete, current requirements.
Scope: This standard applies to all parts of permanently installed gasoline fuel systems from the fuel fill opening to the point of connection to the propulsion engine and/or to any auxiliary equipment on all boats with gasoline engines, excluding onboard refueling systems.
Archive Standards: (2012) (2010) (2009) (2007) (2005) (1996) (1993) (1989) (1984) (1975) (1973)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction and stowage of portable tanks with related fuel lines and accessories comprising a portable gasoline fuel system for boats.
Scope: This standard applies to portable gasoline fuel systems of 12 gallons (45.4 L) or less.
Archived Standards: (2013 Reaffirmed) (2010) (2003) (1994) (1986) (1981) (1976) (1972)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for determining the maximum power for propulsion of outboard boats; evaluating the suitability of power installed in inboard boats; and determining maneuvering speed.
Scope: This standard applies to boats propelled by machinery including catamarans.
Archive Standards: (2011) (2006) (1996) (1989) (1983) (1972)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the selection of materials, design, construction, and installation of seacocks, thru-hull fittings, drain plugs, and other fittings that penetrate the hull at or below the maximum-heeled waterline.
Archive Standards: (2008, RFI) (1997) (1988) (1972)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, material and testing of inflatable boats, including Rigid Inflatable Boats.
Scope: This standard applies to all inflatable boats, including Rigid Inflatable Boats, less than eight meters (26 feet) length overall capable of being mechanically powered.
Archive Standards: (2010/12, RFI) (2004) (2003) (2001) (1976) (1973)
Scope: This standard is for determining capacities, flotation, powering, design, construction, and labeling of canoes and kayaks, and applies to all boats identified as canoes or kayaks, including inflatable canoes or kayaks.
Archive Standards: (2012 Reaffirmed) (2007) (1996) (1986) (1978)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, installation, operation, and control of hydraulic components used to transmit force.
Scope: This standard applies to all boats equipped with hydraulic systems.
EXCEPTIONS:	Hydraulic systems for outboard engines, or sterndrive trim and tilt, and manual hydraulic steering systems.
Archive Standards: (2011) (2001) (1995) (1983) (1978)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, installation and testing of permanently installed seating systems in boats.
Scope: This standard applies to permanently installed seats in cockpits, deck areas, and all helm position(s), including their fastenings and structure to which they are attached.
This standard does not address ergonomics, seating arrangements, or shock and vibration mitigation.
This standard does not cover possible misuse of the seat, such as sitting on seat backs or armrests.
Archive Standards: (2015) (2011) (2007) (2005) (1994)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of ventilation systems of boats using diesel fuel, for the purpose of removal of fixed gaseous fire extinguishing system discharge, and/or combustion air, and/or any incidental additional uses.
Scope: This standard applies to boats using diesel fuel for electrical generation, mechanical power, or propulsion.
NOTE: The United States Coast Guard’s mandatory requirements for ventilation for boats with gasoline engines for propulsion or auxiliary machinery are found in 33 CFR, Subpart K, Sections CFR 183.601-183.630. Refer to the CFR for complete, current federal requirements. Additionally, see ABYC H-2, Ventilation of Boats Using Gasoline.
Archive Standards: (2013 Reaffirmed) (2008) (2004) (1998) (1989) (1987) (1981)
Purpose: These standards are guides for the design, choice of materials, construction, installation, repair, and maintenance of permanently installed diesel fuel systems.
Scope: These standards apply to all parts of permanently installed diesel fuel systems from the fuel fill opening to the point of connection to the propulsion engine and/or to any auxiliary equipment on all boats with diesel engines.
Archive Standards: (2015)(2009) (2005) (1998) (1989) (1984)
NOTE:This standard for diesel fuel systems was initially a part of P-2, Safe Installation of Fuel Systems for Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery. First printed in 1967 as a proposed standard, the project included both gasoline and diesel fuel systems on boats. In 1970, P-2 was published as an adopted standard. Subsequently, the standard was renamed H-24, Fuel Systems (all permanently installed), and was published in 1975. In 1984, the standard split fuel systems into gasoline and diesel, and H-33, now titled Diesel Fuel Systems was published in 1984. Subsequent editions were published in 1989,1998, 2005 and 2009. The 2015 publication and 2016 technical amendment is the work of the Fuel and Ventilation Systems PTC.
Purpose: This standard is a guide for determining powering and load capacity of pontoon boats.
Scope: This standard applies to all pontoon boats powered by machinery.
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and maintenance of inboard water jet propelled boats.
Scope: This standard applies to inboard water jet propelled boats less than 20 feet (six meters) in length (LOA) with a boat weight less than 3000 lbs (1360.8 kg).
Archive Standards: (2012) (2006) (2001) (1997) (1995)
H-40 Anchoring, Mooring, and Strong Points
Scope: This standard applies to the design, construction, selection, and installation of fittings and equipment that are attached to or carried on boats for anchoring, mooring, docking, lifting, towing, and trailering of all boats.
Boats less than 2 hp and not intended to be anchored or towed.
The operator is responsible for equipping the boat with ground tackle, mooring, and docking lines appropriate to the boat's intended use and area of operation.
This standard does not address loads that may be encountered on grounded or swamped boats.
Archive Standards: (2014) (2008) (2003) (1996)
Scope: This standard is for the design and installation of exhaust systems on boats equipped with inboard or sterndrive engines, or permanently installed auxiliary engines, from the exhaust outlet of the engine or the turbocharger, if used, through the terminus where the exhaust gases are discharged.
Archive Standards: (2014) (2009) (2002) (1999) (1993) (1986) (1976) 1970, 1962, 1955
Scope: This standard applies to the design, selection of materials, construction, and installation of marine inboard engines and transmissions used for propulsion and auxiliary equipment.
Archive Standards: (2012) (2004) (2001) (1996) (1989) (1974) (1972) 1970
Scope: This standard applies to all boats driven by propeller shafting systems that penetrate the hull.
Archive Standards: (2010)(2002) (1992) (1977) (1973) 1970, 1968, 1967, 1966, 1964, 1963
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, testing, and installation of systems for mechanical remote control of the forward and reverse thrust, speed, and trim/tilt of propulsion machinery on boats.
Scope: This standard applies to mechanical remote control systems for boat propulsion machinery and its trim/tilt adjustment mechanisms.
Archive Standards: (2010) (2008) (1996) (1981) (1970)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design and construction of remote mechanical cable steering systems and the major components thereof, covering design, construction, and installation of steering systems for outboard, inboard, sterndrive, and water jet drive boats.
Scope:This standard applies to engine-mounted and boat-mounted remote mechanical cable steering systems used with single and twin engine installations of outboard engines over 20 hp per engine (15 kW), inboard, sterndrive, and water jet drives.
Jet boats that comply with ABYC P-23, Mechanical Steering and Propulsion Controls for Jet Boats.
Bow and/or stern thrusters.
NOTE: Mechanical components of power-assisted steering systems are covered by this standard.
Archive Standards: (2013) (2008) (2001) (1994) (1989) (1983) (1974)
Scope:This standard applies to cable over pulley steering systems, and the major components thereof, between the helm and their connection to outboard engines up to, and including, 50 total horsepower (37 kW).
Archive Standards: (2013) (2008) (2003) (1999) (1991) (1983)
Purpose:This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation for remote manual hydraulic steering systems, and their major components.
Scope:This standard applies to engine mounted and boat mounted remote manual hydraulic steering systems used with single and twin engine installations of outboard engines over 20 horsepower (14.9 kW) per outboard engine, inboard, sterndrive, and water jet drives.
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of steering wheels for marine applications.
Scope: This standard applies to steering wheels up to and including 24 in (61 cm) in diameter used with outboard engines, inboards, sterndrives, and water jet drives.
Archive Standards: (2013) (2008) (2001) (1994)
Purpose: This standard is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of systems for mechanical steering and mechanical control of propulsion machinery for inboard water- jet propelled boats.
Scope:This standard applies to the control of propulsion machinery including control of the forward/reverse thrust, speed, trim, and steering from the input at the helm through the point of connection on the steering nozzle for all inboard jet boats.
Archive Standards: (2012)(2001) (1995)
Scope: This standard applies to wired electric/electronic remote control systems for propulsion machinery on boats, and to the marking and orientation of the trim/tilt adjustment mechanisms.
Scope:This industry conformity standard applies to boats less than 26 ft. (8.0 m) in length.
Archive Standards: (2010) (2002) (2001) (1993 Reaffirmed) (1987) (1983)
Purpose: This industry conformity standard is a guide to establish uniformity in describing boat dimensions and weight specifications.
Scope:This industry conformity standard applies to all boats.
Archive Standards: (2010) (2002) (1989) (1971)
Purpose: This industry conformity standard is a guide for outboard engine and related equipment weights for use in determining vessel capacity and flotation.
Scope: This industry conformity standard applies to all outboard powered boats less than 26 ft. (7.9 m) in length.
The weights contained in this document are higher than those listed in Title 33 CFR Part 183 and have been determined as a result of a review of existing outboard engine and related equipment weights. The weights reflected in the CFR are based on weights of engines manufactured in the 1970’s. As engine technology has evolved, weights have increased for the same given horsepower. Title 33 CFR Part 183 may eventually reference this document as the required weight table for engine weights used in flotation testing.
Archive Standards: (2012) (2005) (2002)
Purpose: This document is intended for the qualification of electronic systems and electronic components for use onboard boats.
Scope: This document, or any specific section thereof, applies when referenced or specified in any ABYC standard. Applicable pass/fail criteria and testing levels are dictated by the referencing standard.
Archive Version: (2013)
This technical information report provides information on the use of aluminum for constructing outboard/sterndrive boats using riveted construction, outboard/sterndrive boats using welded construction, and inboard powered boats using welded construction. The report recognizes that every design and construction problem cannot be covered or foreseen. Qualified naval architects and/or marine engineers and aluminum production technical staff should be consulted before building a boat.
Archive Standards: (2010) (2001) (1998) (1971 S-1) (1960 S-1)
Background: This technical information report presents a system for the design, installation, and text of signs and labels used for safety information.
Intent: This technical information report applies to all safety information labels used on boats, associated equipment, instructions, and manuals.
Archive Standards: (2002)(1996) (1990)
Intent:This technical information report is a guide for the placement and adjustment of compasses on wood and fiberglass boats.
NOTE: Steel hulls may present problems that require special skills for installation and compensation.
Archive Standards: (2013)(2000) (1998) (1987 S-17) (1970 S-17)
T-24 Owner/Operator's Manuals
Background/Intent:This technical information report includes elements to consider in the development of owner/operator’s manuals for boats. The owner/operator’s manuals should give sufficient information regarding the owner/operator’s responsibility and proper operation and maintenance of the boat. Further, owner/operator’s manuals should be developed with careful consideration of all elements relating to the specific boat models to which the manual applies. This report does not require that each and every item listed in this document be in the manual. The writer of an owner/operator’s manual should consider each of the points raised in this document and include in the manual those items that are pertinent to the given boat models.
Archive Standards: (2014) (2002) (1992)
T-31 Marine Law Enforcement Craft Acquisition and Safety
Background: Marine Law Enforcement (MLE) professionals spend countless hours behind the wheel of MLE boats purchased and outfitted specifically for the task of law enforcement activities conducted in varying conditions and geographical areas. It is essential that boats that serve MLE professionals are built and equipped to minimum safety standards. This document identifies ABYC Standards along with additional personnel and mission critical safety equipment that should be considered when purchasing a boat for MLE use.
Intent: The purpose of this technical information report is to convey the essential safety requirements that are mission critical to marine law enforcement boats. The information contained herein can be used for the creation of requests for proposals (RFPs) for boat purchases as well as a basis for evaluating and modifying existing units. This document is intended for MLE boats and contains information that is not intended to apply to recreational boats and associated equipment. Not all ABYC Standards included in ABYC’s Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft are referenced here.
NOTE: The descriptions and applicability of the ABYC Standards discussed below do not serve as a replacement or requirement of the standard itself. Compliance must always be evaluated based on the referenced standard, NOT on the information contained in this report.
T-32 Design and Construction in Consideration of Aquatic Invasive Species
Background: This technical information report is intended to provide information regarding Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) with consideration to the design and construction of boats, trailers, engines, components and accessories in order to minimize the spread of AIS.
The prevention and control of AIS are impacted by a multitude of design and construction features on many types of boats. In order to ensure a healthy aquatic ecosystem and viability of our boating waters and the boating industry, consideration should be given to the design and construction of boats, trailers, engines, components, and accessories relative to improving cleaning, drainage, drying, and access for AIS inspection and decontamination.
This technical information report will discuss current AIS inspection and decontamination processes, provide general design and construction considerations, and provide best practices and recommendations for manufacturers to reference while designing boats and associated components.
Intent: This technical information report contains information to increase understanding of the impact of AIS on design and construction to improve cleaning, draining, drying, inspection, and decontamination processes for watercraft and accessory manufacturers. These procedures are intended to cover most AIS threats and represent the worst case scenarios that a boat may be exposed to in the field.
Background:This technical information report is a guide for the design, construction, and installation of lightning protection systems on boats. This report’s primary objective is to decrease the risk to personnel and the risk of fire and sinking. Additional measures may be needed to harden electrical and electronics systems against lightning damage.
Intent: This technical information report applies to powerboats and sailboats with an installed lightning protection system.
Protection of persons and small craft from lightning is dependent on a combination of design and maintenance of equipment. The basic guides contained in this technical information report should be considered and used in designing and installing a lightning protection system. However, in view of the wide variation in structural design of boats, and the unpredictable nature of lightning, specific recommendations cannot be made to cover all cases.
Archive Standards: (2006) 1996, 1985, 1970
TE-12 Three Phase AC Electrical Systems on Boats
Background: The installation, maintenance, and use of three phase alternating current (AC) distribution systems on small craft and recreational vessels present unique hazards that do not exist with single phase systems.
Although the AC distribution systems on the majority of small craft and recreational vessels in North America are configured as single phase systems (e.g., 125/250 V or 125 V), the modern marine electrician should have a basic understanding of three phase power, particularly if working on larger watercraft, foreign built vessels, and single phase boats equipped with variable frequency motor control drives (VFDs).
Additionally, the single phase AC power that is supplied to single phase dockside shore power receptacles is typically derived from three phase power distribution systems. Many shore power converters can produce three phase power when connected to single phase shore power sources and vice versa (see ABYC A-32, AC Power Conversion Equipment and Systems).
Intent: This technical information report identifies unique safety issues associated with three phase systems and equipment, and provides a basic understanding of three phase power as it is used in recreational marinas and on small craft.
Three phase systems should be installed and maintained only by properly trained technicians operating under appropriate engineering supervision and in accordance with relevant recognized standards. This technical information report is intended to be advisory only and will not provide the education and training necessary to qualify a technician to service three phase systems or equipment.
Dockside shore power systems should never be modified without consulting with the local authorities having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with local codes, standards, safety guidelines, and fire protection requirements.
NOTE: This Technical Information Report is a supplement to, and not a replacement for, the applicable sections of ABYC Standards ABYC E-11, AC & DC Electrical Systems on Boats and ABYC A-32, AC Power Conversion Equipment and Systems.
TH-12 Outboard Engine Mounting Guide
Background: This technical information report provides guidance for the design of the outboard engine-to-boat interface to facilitate a fundamental level of compatibility and uniformity for outboard engine powered boats. Many engine manufacturers supply CAD or related drawings for the builder to incorporate into their boat design consideration that may depart from the general guidelines provided in this document.
Intent: The dimensions listed within this document are intended to be the most general guidelines for engine interchangeability for all boats with one or more transom-mounted outboard engines. Areas of interest include: transom configurations, mounting bolt patterns, tilt/trim clearances, steering range, tiller handle to seat clearances, transom flatness, and crush loads are among those listed in this document.
NOTE: TH-12 replaced S-12 Transom/Motor Well Dimensions
S-12 Archive Standards: (2002) (1996) (1984) (1976) (1974) 1971
Background:This technical information report provides educational material about carbon monoxide relative to boats and boating.
Intent:The information in this technical information report concerns all boats.
Archive Standards: (2012)(2008) (2002) (2000) (1992)
Background: This technical information report is a guide for design, construction, and testing criteria to identify and minimize the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) on boats.
Carbon monoxide accumulation is affected by a multitude of variables (e.g. vessel geometry, hatch, window, and door openings, ventilation openings, proximity to other structures, swim platforms, canvas enclosures, location of the exhaust outlets, vessel attitude, wind direction, vessel speed, altitude, atmospheric conditions, etc.).
Intent: This technical information report contains information applicable to boats using gasoline fueled engines for propulsion or auxiliary equipment.
Archive Standards: (2012) (2004) (2000) (1996)(1994)
TH-29 Sewage Systems
Background: This Technical Information Report presents guidelines and recommended practices for handling human waste aboard small craft in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard regulations. This report deals with the design and installation of sewage systems for new and existing boats to meet the needs of the marine industry, boating public and the environment.
Intent: This report covers the installation of systems and devices which receive, treat, retain or discharge human waste from toilets, including on-board treatment devices, marine toilets, holding tanks, hoses and fittings, and associated hardware. This report does not cover gray water and bilge water systems.
TY-28 Boat Lifting and Storage
Background: This technical information report suggests guidelines for the hauling, launching, handling, and storage of boats on land to reduce the risk to personnel and damage to the boat or equipment. This report is limited in that it cannot cover all conceivable variables. The reader is cautioned not to depend solely on it to prevent hauling and storage accidents. There are OSHA requirements for lifting equipment contained in 29 CFR, parts 1919 - 1925.
Intent: This technical information report covers the use of straddle lifts and forklifts for hauling boats, and cradling guidelines with respect to the loads placed on the hull. It also addresses the boat manufacturer's responsibility to provide certain information on handling and storage of boats out of the water.
Archive Standards: (1998)