2002 Minnesota Statutes

     183.44 Examinations; rules; licensing, revocations. 

    Subdivision 1.    Masters and pilots.  The division of 
 boiler inspection shall examine all masters and pilots of boats 
 and vessels carrying passengers for hire on the inland waters of 
 the state as to their qualifications and fitness.  If found 
 trustworthy and competent to perform their duties as a master or 
 pilot they shall be given a certificate authorizing them to act 
 as such on the inland waters of the state. 

    Subd. 2.    Rules.  The division of boiler inspection 
 shall make such rules for inspection and operation of boats 
 subject to inspection under this chapter, boilers and pressure 
 vessels, the licensing of engineers and pilots, and the 
 navigation of any such boat or vessel as will require their 
 operation without danger to life or property. 

    Subd. 3.    Suspension, revocation.  The division of 
 boiler inspection may suspend or revoke the license of any 
 master, pilot or engineer found under the influence of drugs or 
 alcohol when on duty or who otherwise disregards the provisions 
 of sections 183.375 to 183.62 or any rule promulgated thereunder.

    HIST: (5480) RL s 2174; 1919 c 240 s 2; 1957 c 503 s 7; 1982 c 
 379 s 6