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Shrimp Trawl Turtle Excluder Device (TED) Compliance Checklist
Diese Checkliste ist auf Englisch.
Verify turtle excluder device installation, configuration, and use aboard a shrimp trawler to reduce sea turtle bycatch and meet NOAA Fisheries TED regulations.
50 CFR 223.207NOAA TED RegulationsEndangered Species ActMARPOL/Gear Rules
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TED Installation & Configuration
- Is an approved TED installed in each net rigged for fishing and capable of catching shrimp? *
- Is the TED grid deflector bar spacing within the maximum allowed dimension? *
- Is the grid installed at the approved angle relative to the net's normal horizontal plane? *
- Is the escape opening dimension (single or double cover) compliant with the approved TED type? *
Escape Opening & Flap
- Is the escape opening oriented correctly (top or bottom) for the TED type and fishery? *
- If a flap/cover is used, does it meet the maximum length and attachment requirements without obstructing the opening? *
- Are flotation and accelerator funnels (if used) configured per the approved design? *
Prohibited Modifications & Obstructions
- Is the TED free of prohibited obstructions that could prevent turtles from escaping? *
- Are webbing flaps, chafing gear, and floats confirmed not to block the escape opening? *
- Is the try net (if used) within the allowed size to remain exempt from TED requirements? *
Documentation & Handling
- Are crew trained to inspect TEDs and ensure they remain properly installed during fishing? *
- Are sea turtle and smalltooth sawfish handling and resuscitation procedures posted and followed? *
- Are any protected-species interactions recorded and reported as required? *
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