Coverage

(1) The BHSFOP shall cover all vessels including transshipment vessels and shall be carried out in conjunction with any RFMO ROP. The level of coverage shall be adequate 75 to facilitate robust assessment and evaluation of the effects of fishing. Ideal observer coverage levels shall be analytically established against clear objectives to ensure representative and systematic reliable collection of observer data across the fleet, fisheries, species, areas and seasons. (2) The aim of the BHSFOP is to achieve 100% coverage consistent with the recommendations of the relevant RFMOs. The coverage will also be representative of the different vessel type, fisheries and areas of operation.