Division (2) Multiple flap-type topside chaferF1

The multiple flap-type topside chafer is defined as pieces of netting having in all their parts meshes the size of which is not less than that of the codend, provided that:

1. (a)

   each piece of netting

   • is fastened a minimum of one meter apart by its leading edge across the codend at right angles to its long axis;

   • does not overlap the leading edge of the next piece of netting (see illustration following this provision);

   • is of a width of at least the width of the codend (such width being measured at right angles to the long axis of the codend at the point of attachment); and

   • is constructed of a positively buoyant single twine material; and

2. (b)

   the aggregate length of all the pieces of netting so attached does not exceed two-thirds of the length of the codend.