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DocumentIOTC Regional Observer Programme Manual 2009
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No results found.This Manual has been prepared by Marine Resources Assessment Group (MRAG) Ltd. and Capricorn Fisheries Monitoring (CapFish), for the Indian Ocean Tu Commission (IOTC) for a Regiol Observer Programme (ROP) working on board IOTC registered transhipment vessels in the IOTC regulatory area. It constitutes an integral part of the briefing documentation issued to observers and is a tool, both for sensitising and preparing observers and for reference purposes when they are in the field. Notwithstanding this, prospective observers should be familiar with both the IOTC Resolution 08/02 and the adjoining annexes: Annex 1: In-Port Transhipment by LSTLVs Annex 2: Transhipment Declaration Form Annex 3: Regiol Observer Programme The document is intended to assist experienced observers with planning, preparation and implementation of the tasks required of both an IOTC approved Observer and a contracted consultant of MRAG Ltd & CapFish. It is essential that all observers familiarise themselves with th e material included in this and other briefing documentation issued to them. The Manual provides reference material which will eble the observer to implement their role in the sprit of the ROP. Issues relevant to logistical, conduct, communications and safety are also presented, along with instructions detailing observer tasks, including observatiol requirements; sampling protocols; logbook entry protocols; and supplementary tasks. This Manual all so serves as a technical paper providing backgro und information on the IOTC Organisation and tu fisheries, particularly longlining operations, in the Indian Ocean under the auspices of IOTC magement, the problems presented by IUU fishing and the role of monitoring programmes. This Manual should be considered as a live document which will change according to the evolution of the Programme and is intended to incorporate recommendations from observers returning from the field. -
No Thumbnail AvailableBook (series)Observer Program Operations Manual 1986
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This manual provides an integrated approach to the management of observer programs by combining the complimentary observer tasks of biodata collection and the monitoring of compliance to regulations on offshore fishing vessels. The multitude of duties and responsibilities that pertain to the observers work are outlined within the context of his mandate to observe, record and report. The techniques for gathering data and the format in which it is reported are detailed fully. In general, observers are required to collect resource data used in establishing stock distribution patterns, provide catch and effort statistics and biological information for stock assessment, examine the effects of gear types on exploited fish stocks, record associated by-catch and discard rates, collect information on fleet fishing patterns and collect detailed production data. While observers do not have enforcement powers they should be nevertheless fully trained in all aspects of fishery regulations and the d etection of violations. In Canada, documentation prepared by observers has been the basis for legal action against captains for a variety of infractions including: failure to maintain and submit accurate catch records, the dumping overboard of a portion of the catch, improper gear attachments, fishing within a closed area, fishing for unlicenced species, retention of prohibited species, exceeding by-catch limits and failure to avoid fixed or set gear by one half nautical mile. A suggested profil e of program management and responsibilities is discussed. The manual concludes with a section on the importance of the proper selection of candidates for observing and the type of training required to fulfill program objectives.
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