American Samoa § 20.1728 - Welding and burning—Protective coverings and shields.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 20.1728 — Welding and burning—Protective coverings and shields., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20.1728. Welding and burning—Protective coverings and shields.
(a) Welding or burning operations shall not be conducted around hatches or companion-ways unless they are sealed with their own cover or door. In the event this is not possible, an asbestos blanket or other flameproof material may be provided in their place. Such substitution shall meet with the approval of the inspecting authority issuing the permit. (b) When welding or burning is being conducted in locations in which sparks could fly over the outside of the ship’s hull, a protective shield composed of metal or other flameproof material shall be provided to prevent sparks from igniting the wharf or dock, barges, or oil slicks on the water, or any other combustible materials.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 20.1728 cover?
Section 20.1728 ("Welding and burning—Protective coverings and shields.") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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