Article 21 Obligations of the master of the vessel during the inspection procedure

The master of a fishing vessel shall:

1. (a)

   facilitate prompt and safe boarding and disembarkation pursuant to specifications adopted in accordance with Article 50(2);

2. (b)

   cooperate with and assist in the inspection of the fishing vessel conducted pursuant to this Regulation, not obstruct, intimidate or interfere with the NEAFC inspectors in the performance of their duties and ensure their safety;

3. (c)

   allow the NEAFC inspectors to communicate with the authorities of the flag state and the inspecting state;

4. (d)

   provide access to any areas, decks and rooms of the fishing vessel, catch (whether processed or not), nets or other gear, equipment, and to any relevant information or documents which the NEAFC inspectors deem necessary in accordance with Article 20(2);

5. (e)

   provide copies of documents as required by the NEAFC inspectors; and

6. (f)

   provide NEAFC inspectors with reasonable facilities, including, where appropriate, food and accommodation when they remain on board the vessel in accordance with Article 32(3).