The ICCAT Resolution on Core Principles on Labour Standards in ICCAT Fisheries encourages member countries (CPCs) to prioritize the safety and welfare of fishers by adopting and enforcing labour standards in their fisheries. This includes ensuring fair and decent working conditions, such as the prohibition of forced or child labour, providing a safe working environment, and establishing clear employment terms. The resolution also encourages port inspections to detect labour rights violations. Furthermore, it urges CPCs to implement an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for serious incidents like a crew member's death, injury, or disappearance, which includes specific steps like immediately ceasing fishing operations and cooperating with official investigations. The resolution also calls for developed CPCs to assist developing ones in implementing these standards and for all CPCs to report on their progress annually. The text contains one Annex on Elements of Crew Member Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
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