Regulation 13 Awnings

Every fishing vessel for the time being regularly engaged on voyages to or within the Tropics or the Persian Gulf shall be provided with—

(a)

awnings suitable to cover:

(i)

all exposed decks or other exposed surfaces forming the crown of any part of the crew accommodation; and

(ii)

the exposed sides of galleys situated on an open deck; and

(b)

stanchions or other suitable supports for those awnings.