Section 23(9) in The Merchant Shipping (Crew Accommodation) Rules, 1960
(9)Spring-loaded draw off taps for hot and cold fresh water shall be fitted on a wall in every wash room provided for ratings unless taps for hot and cold fresh water are fitted to each wash-basin in that room. Draw-off taps for cold salt water shall be fitted in every such wash room unless there are other adequate means of washing down the room. The Central Government may exempt any ship of under 500 tons from the requirements of this sub-rule relating to hot water taps to the extent that it is satisfied that compliance therewith is unreasonable or impracticable in the circumstances.
