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sexed lengths) from target on all
(Pelagic Longline Catch Composition)
or a subset of hauls (generic Length
form);
4. Collect biological information (e.g.
lengths) from non-target species on a
subsample of hauls (Length form);
5. Monitor fish or fish product offloads
and transshipments
6. Document vessel sightings including
vessel name, type, IUU activity,
location (Vessel and Aircraft Sighting
Form);;
7. Collect catch and biological data on
marine mammals and sea turtles
(Marine mammal or sea turtle catch
form).
8. Record information on sightings of
marine mammals and sea turtles in the
vicinity of the fishing vessel (Marine
mammal and sea turtle sighting form).
9. Document types of vessel equipment
utilized (e.g. gear characteristics,
electronics) and record vessel
characteristics (e.g. registration
numbers, licenses, etc) (Gear
Description, Vessel and Trip forms).
10. Accurately record all data on relevant
forms or in the observer logbook.
11. Document any instances of gear loss in
the observer logbook.
12. Document suspected violations
(including permit conditions) – see
Chapter 12 for documentation protocol;
to collect random subsample of
lengths
• Be able to determine gender of target
species
• Same as #3
• Be familiar with vessel’s product
labels
• Understand navigational and position
information
• Coordinate assistance from
captain/crew
• Accurately identify species
• Accurately identify species
• Be familiar with the type and
construction of fishing gear used and
measure and otherwise take note of
any special meshes or attachments to
the gear which may affect its
performance
• Attention to detail
• Understand how the forms and
different elements of information are
inter-related
• Coordinate with captain or deck crew
• Understand the permit conditions and
be familiar with fishing regulations
• Be able to bring any issue or
discrepancy to the attention of the
Master in simple language and if
necessary report the issue or
discrepancy to the SOP
13. Preparing reports and providing the • Attention to detail
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