CMM 2014-05 01

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Shark mitigation measures to be applied to fisheries targetting tuna and billfish
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Measures for longline fisheries targeting tuna and billfish
1. CCMs shall ensure that their vessels comply with at least one of the following options:
a. do not use or carry wire trace as branch lines or leaders; or
b.  do not use branch lines running directly off the longline floats or drop lines, known as shark lines.  See Figure 1 for a schematic diagram of a shark line;
Theme
Mitigating impacts of fishing on species of special interest
Sub Theme
Shark mitigation and fishery management
Category / CMR Section
Implementation
No Evaluation Criteria Records
CCM limits not applicable for this obligation
Category: Implementation
CMS Compliance History
When Evaluated:
2021, 2022
Average Score:
100%
Likelihood of Non-Compliance:
Rare
Consequence of Risk Ratings
CCM or collective group Consequence of Non-Compliance Risk of Non-Compliance
European Union
Serious
High
Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA)
Moderate
Low
Philippines
Major
Moderate