33 C.F.R. § 149.535 — What are the requirements for rotating beacons on platforms?
§ 149.535 What are the requirements for rotating beacons on platforms? In addition to obstruction lights, the tallest platform of a deepwater port must have a lit rotating beacon that distinguishes the deepwater port from other surrounding offshore structures. The beacon must: (a) Have an effective intensity of at least 15,000 candela; (b) Flash at least once every 20 seconds; (c) Provide a white light signal; (d) Operate in wind speeds of up to 100 knots at a rotation rate that is within 6 percent of the operating speed displayed on the beacon; (e) Have one or more leveling indicators permanently attached to the light, each with an accuracy of ±0.25 ° or better; and (f) Be located: (1) At least 60 feet (about 18.3 meters) above mean high water; (2) Where the structure of the platform, or equipment mounted on the platform, does not obstruct the light in any direction; and (3) So that it is visible all around the horizon. Lights on Single Point Moorings