South Australian Numbered Acts

FISHERIES MANAGEMENT ACT 2007 (NO 4 OF 2007) - SECT 87

87—Functions of scientific observer

        (1)         A scientific observer has such functions as may be assigned to the scientific observer by the Minister under this section.

        (2)         The Minister may confer on a scientific observer either or both of the following functions:

            (a)         to collect data about a fishery, fish habitat or aquatic resource;

            (b)         to conduct scientific research in relation to a fishery, fish habitat or aquatic resource.

        (3)         A scientific observer may, at a reasonable time while aboard a registered boat on official duties—

            (a)         have access to any part of the boat or any thing in or on the boat as may be necessary to carry out official duties; and

            (b)         receive and transmit messages and communicate with the shore and other boats.

        (4)         A scientific observer must, when carrying out official duties aboard a registered boat, have regard to the fishing activities being carried out on the boat.