§ 149.570 How is a platform, single point mooring, or submerged turret loading identified?
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(a) Each platform, single point mooring, or submerged turret loading (STL) that protrudes above the water or is marked by a buoy must display the name of the deepwater port and the name or number identifying the structure, so that the information is visible:
(1) From the water at all angles of approach to the structure; and
(2) From aircraft on approach to the structure if the structure is equipped with a helicopter pad.
(b) The information required in paragraph (a) of this section must be displayed in numbers and letters that are:
(1) At least 12 inches high;
(2) In vertical block style; and
(3) Displayed against a contrasting background.
(c) If an STL protrudes from the water, it must be properly illuminated in accordance with § 149.540 of this part.
[USCG-1998-3884, 71 FR 57651, Sept. 29, 2006, as amended by USCG-2013-0397, 78 FR 39179, July 1, 2013]