Regulations for the Fishing Operations of Coastal and Offshore Tuna Longline Fishing Vessels Article 25

In the event that an observer dies or the search and rescue are ceased for a missing observer fallen overboard, the fishing vessel shall immediately cease fishing operation, and the central competent authority shall order such vessel to navigate directly to the designated port for investigation.In the event that an observer suffers from a serious illness or injury that threatens his or her health or safety, the fishing vessel shall immediately cease fishing operation and facilitate the disembarkation of the observer for appropriate medical treatment.In the event that an observer is assaulted, intimidated, threatened, or harassed, the central competent authority may order such vessel to immediately cease fishing operation and navigate to the designated port within the required timeframe.