§ 4305. Exemptions and equivalents
§ 4305.
Exemptions and equivalents
(a)
Exemptions.—
If the Secretary considers that recreational vessel safety will not be adversely affected, the Secretary may issue an exemption from this chapter or a regulation prescribed under this chapter.
(b)
Equivalents.—
The Secretary may accept a substitution for associated equipment performance or other safety standards for a recreational vessel if the substitution provides an equivalent level of safety.