TESTING SYSTEM

CMM 2018-05 07

Source:
CMM 2018-05
Status: Active
Included in ARPt2
Effective From
Applicability Definition
Applies to Flag CCMs with vessels on the WCPFC RFV
Supersedes
CMM 2007-01 07
Vessels to be prepared to accept an observer from the ROP, if required
Full Text

7. Each CCM of the Commission shall ensure that fishing vessels fishing in the Convention Area, except for vessels that operate exclusively within waters under the national jurisdiction of the flag State, are prepared to accept an observer from the Commission ROP if required by the Commission.

Theme
Observer activity related requirement
Sub Theme
Observer coverage
Category / CMR Section
Implementation
Category: Implementation
Version Introduced Date:
Version:
1
Audit Point Definition
CCM submitted a statement in AR Pt2 that:

a. confirms CCM’s implementation through adoption of a national binding measure that requires its flagged vessels to accept an ROP observer, if required by the Commission.

b. describes how the CCM is monitoring and ensuring its flagged vessels are accepting ROP observers, and how the CCM responds to potential infringements or instances of noncompliance with this requirement.
CCM limits not applicable for this obligation
Category: Implementation
CMS Compliance History
When Evaluated:
2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Average Score:
99%
Likelihood of Non-Compliance:
Unlikely
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)
Major
High
Philippines
Major
High