[Code of Federal Regulations] [Title 46, Volume 4] [Revised as of October 1, 2006] From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access [CITE: 46CFR109.209] [Page 164] TITLE 46_SHIPPING (This book contains parts 90 to 139) CHAPTER I--COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (CONTINUED) PART 109_OPERATIONS--Table of Contents Subpart B_Tests, Drills, and Inspections Sec. 109.209 Appliances for watertight integrity. (a) Before getting underway, the master or person in charge shall insure that each appliance for watertight integrity is closed and watertight. (b) If existing conditions warrant, the master or person in charge may permit appliances for watertight integrity to be open while afloat.