Prince Edward Island Fishermen's Assoc.

ATTENTION CAPTAINS!

Please ensure you are taking all the necessary precautions for you and your crew to arrive home safe each day you are on the water!

There are both federal and provincial regulations pertaining to safety and it is the Captains responsibility to become familiar and compliant with these requirements.

For information on the Federal Fishing Vessel Safety regulations inclusive of safety equipment requirements, vessel stability requirements and written safety procedures contact Transport Canada PEI Office at 902-566-7986 or check out https://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/marinesafety/debs-fishing-vessels-small-menu-292.htm for more info.

For information on PEI provincial regulations including the requirement to wear a PFD contact PEI WCB Occupational Health & Safety Division at 902-368-5049 or check out the PEI Government website with the Provincial OHS regulations https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/legislation/occupational-health-and-safety-act