This NVIC is a guidance document intended to enhance implementation and compliance with applicable Coast Guard regulations; it does not amend or change any provision, authorisation or requirement found in statute or regulation.
The NVIC 01-18 covers the following topics:
Applicability
BWM Reporting Guidance
BWM Recordkeeping
Compliance Guidance
Enforcement
Appendix A to Enclosure (1) – Sample Letters of Warning
Please refer to the below link for the full text of the NVIC 01-18
NVIC 01-18 BWM for Control of Non-Indigenous Species in Waters of the US 0.4 MB
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