Principle 6.17 May 2026

By ensuring the safety of those in the formal and informal sectors, the sustainability of the small-scale fisheries as a whole is reinforced. International Legal Context

Some guidelines related to maritime rescue, such as Principle 6.17 of the Model State Code (MSC) , emphasize avoiding the disembarkation of individuals in territories where their lives or freedoms might be threatened. Principle 6.17

While Principle 6.17 is specific to small-scale fisheries, it aligns with broader international maritime principles, such as: By ensuring the safety of those in the

Improving conditions to protect the physical well-being of fishers, addressing risks inherent to the profession. Addressing systemic issues where fishers, such as divers,

Addressing systemic issues where fishers, such as divers, feel pressured to exceed safe limits (e.g., making more daily immersions than recommended) to cover financial advances or recover documents held by employers.