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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 2

In order to improve the collection of scientific data, at least 5 % of the number of operations/sets for each gear type by the fleet of each CPC while fishing in the IOTC area of competence of 24 meters overall length and over, and under 24 meters if they fish outside their Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) shall be covered by this observer scheme. For vessels under 24 meters if they fish outside their EEZ, the above mentioned coverage should be achieved progressively by January 2013.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 3

When purse seiners are carrying an observer1 as stated in paragraph 1, this observer shall also monitor the catches at unloading to identify the composition of bigeye tuna catches. The requirement for the observer to monitor catches at unloading is not applicable to CPCs already having a sampling scheme, with at least the coverage set out in paragraph 2.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 4

The number of the artisanal fishing vessels landings shall also be monitored at the landing place by field samplers2. The indicative level of the coverage of the artisanal fishing vessels should progressively increase towards 5% of the total levels of vessel activity (i.e. total number of vessel trips or total number of vessels active).

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 5

CPCs shall:

  1. Have the primary responsibility to obtain qualified observers. Each CPC may choose to use either deployed national or non-national of the flag State of the vessel on which they are deployed;
  2. Endeavour that the minimum level of coverage is met and that the observed vessels are a representative sample of the gear types active in their fleet;
  3. Take all necessary measures to ensure that observers are able to carry out their duties in a competent and safe manner;
  4. Endeavour to ensure that the observers alternate vessels between their assignments. Observers are not to perform duties, other than those described in paragraphs 10 and 11 below;
  5. Ensure that the vessel on which an observer is placed shall provide suitable food and lodging during the observer's deployment at the same level as the officers, where possible. Vessel masters shall ensure that all necessary cooperation is extended to observers in order for them to carry out their duties safely including providing access, as required, to the retained catch, and catch which is intended to be discarded.
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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 6

The cost of the observer scheme in paragraph 2 and 3 shall be met by each CPC.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 7

The sampling scheme referred in paragraph 4 will be covered by the Commission's accumulated funds and voluntary contribution on a provisional basis. The Commission will consider an alternative for the financing of this scheme.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 8

If the coverage referred in paragraphs 2 and 3 is not met by a CPC, any other CPC may, subject to the consent of the CPC who has not met its coverage, place an observer to fulfil the tasks defined in the paragraphs 1 and 2 until that CPC provides a replacement or the target coverage level is met.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 9

CPCs shall provide to the IOTC Executive Secretary and the IOTC Scientific Committee annually a report of the number of vessels monitored and the coverage achieved by gear type in accordance with the provisions of this Resolution.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 10

Observers shall:

  1. Record and report fishing activities, verify positions of the vessel;
  2. Observe and estimate catches as far as possible with a view to identifying catch composition and monitoring discards, by-catches and size frequency;
  3. Record the gear type, mesh size and attachments employed by the master;
  4. Collect information to enable the cross-checking of entries made to the logbooks (species composition and quantities, live and processed weight and location, where available); and
  5. Carry out such scientific work (for example, collecting samples), as requested by the IOTC Scientific Committee.
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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 11

The observer shall, within 30 days of completion of each trip, provide a report to the CPCs of the vessel. The CPCs shall send within 150 days at the latest each report, as far as continuous flow of report from observer placed on the longline fleet is ensured, which is recommended to be provided with 1°x1° format to the IOTC Executive Secretary, who shall make the report available to the IOTC Scientific Committee upon request. In a case where the vessel is fishing in the EEZ of a coastal State, the report shall equally be submitted to that coastal State.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 12

The confidentiality rules set out in the Resolution 98/02 [superseded by Resolution 12/02] Data confidentiality policy and procedures for fine-scale data shall apply.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 13

Field samplers shall monitor catches at the landing place with a view to estimating catch-at-size by type of boat, gear and species, or carry out such scientific work as requested by the IOTC Scientific Committee.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 14

The funds available from the IOTC balance of funds may be used to support the implementation of this programme in developing States, notably the training of observers and field samplers.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 15

The elements of the Observer Scheme, notably those regarding its coverage, are subject to review and revision, as appropriate, for application in 2012 and subsequent years. Basing on the experience of other Tuna RFMOs, the IOTC Scientific Committee will elaborate an observer working manual, a template to be used for reporting (including minimum data fields) and a training program.

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11/04 Resolution 11/04 On a regional observer scheme 16

This Resolution supersedes Resolution 10/04 On A Regional Observer Scheme.

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12/01 Resolution 12/01 On the implementation of the precautionary approach 1

To apply the precautionary approach, in accordance with relevant internationally agreed standards, in particular with the guidelines set forth in the UNFSA, and to ensure the sustainable utilisation of fisheries resources as set forth in Article V of the IOTC Agreement.

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12/01 Resolution 12/01 On the implementation of the precautionary approach 2

In applying the precautionary approach, the Commission shall adopt, after due consideration of the advice supplied by the IOTC Scientific Committee,

  1.  stock-specific reference points (including, but not necessarily limited to, target and limit reference points1), relative to fishing mortality and biomass, and
  2. associated harvest control rules2, that is, management actions to be taken as the reference points for stock status are approached or if they are breached.

Reference points and harvest control rules shall be determined so that, according to the best available science, the risk of a negative impact on the sustainability of Indian Ocean resources of tuna and tuna-like species is minimised.

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12/01 Resolution 12/01 On the implementation of the precautionary approach 3

In the determination of appropriate reference points and harvest control rules, consideration must be given to major uncertainties, including the uncertainty about the status of the stocks relative to the reference points, uncertainty about biological, environmental and socio-economic events and the effects of fishing activities on non-target and associated or dependent species.

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12/01 Resolution 12/01 On the implementation of the precautionary approach 4

If an unanticipated event, such as a natural phenomenon has a significant adverse impact on the status of a stock or its associated environment, the Commission shall adopt Conservation and Management Measures on an emergency basis to ensure that fishing activity does not exacerbate such adverse impacts.

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12/01 Resolution 12/01 On the implementation of the precautionary approach 5

Initially and as an interim measure, the Commission may adopt provisional reference points and harvest control rules, taking into account the advice of the IOTC Scientific Committee; such measures would remain current until such time as the Commission chooses to update them.

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