222. Who determines the number of rowing oars that must be carried in a motor-propelled lifeboat on a cargo vessel?

The lifeboat manufacturer determines the number of rowing oars required, as lifeboats are supplied and approved as a complete unit with a specific equipment list. This list, including the oar count, is part of the manufacturer's type approval and must be adhered to; the Coast Guard approves the list, while the Master and American Bureau of Shipping cannot alter the manufacturer's specifications.