[Code of Federal Regulations]
[Title 50, Volume 4]
[Revised as of October 1, 2002]
From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access
[CITE: 50CFR679.76]
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TITLE 50--WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
PART 679--FISHERIES OF THE EXCLUSIVE ECONOMIC ZONE OFF ALASKA--Table of Contents
Subpart G--Inshore Fee System for Repayment of the Loan to Harvesters of
Pollock from the Directed Fishing Allowance Allocated to the Inshore
Component Under Section 206(b)(1) of the AFA.
Sec. 679.76 Prohibitions and penalties.
(a) The following activities are prohibited, and it is unlawful for
anyone to:
(1) Avoid, decrease, interfere with, hinder, or delay payment or
collection of, or otherwise fail to fully and properly pay or collect,
any fee due and payable under this subpart or convert, or otherwise use
for any purpose other than the purpose this subpart intends, any paid or
collected fee;
(2) Fail to fully and properly deposit on time the full amount of
all fee revenue collected under this subpart into a deposit account and
disburse the full amount of all deposit principal to the subaccount's
lockbox account--all as this subpart requires;
(3) Fail to maintain full, timely, and proper fee payment,
collection, deposit, and/or disbursement records or make full, timely,
and proper reports of such
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information to NMFS--all as this subpart requires;
(4) Fail to advise NMFS of any fish seller's refusal to pay, or of
any fish buyer's refusal to collect, any fee due and payable under this
subpart;
(5) Refuse to allow NMFS or agents that NMFS designates to review
and audit at reasonable times all books and records reasonably pertinent
to fee payment, collection, deposit, disbursement, and accounting under
this subpart or otherwise interfere with, hinder, or delay NMFS or it
agents in the course of their activities under this subpart;
(6) Make false statements to NMFS, any of the NMFS' employees, or
any of NMFS' agents about any of the matters in this subpart;
(7) Obstruct, prevent, or unreasonably delay or attempt to obstruct,
prevent, or unreasonably delay any audit or investigation NMFS or its
agents conduct, or attempt to conduct, in connection with any of the
matters in this subpart; and/or
(8) Otherwise materially interfere with the efficient and effective
repayment of the loan.
(b) Anyone who violates one or more of the prohibitions of paragraph
(a) of this section is subject to the full range of penalties the
Magnuson-Stevens Act and 15 CFR part 904 provide (including, but not
limited to: civil penalties, sanctions, forfeitures, and punishment for
criminal offenses) and to the full penalties and punishments otherwise
provided by any other applicable law of the United States.
Appendix A to Part 679--Performance and Technical Requirements for
Scales Used To Weigh Catch at Sea in the Groundfish Fisheries Off Alaska
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Belt Scales
2.1 Applicability
2.2 Performance Requirements
2.2.1 Maximum Permissible Errors
2.2.1.1 Laboratory Tests
2.2.1.2 Zero Load Tests
2.2.1.3 Material Tests
2.2.2 Minimum Flow Rate ([Sigma]min)
2.2.3 Minimum Totalized Load ([Sigma]min)
2.2.4 Influence Quantities
2.2.4.1 Temperature
2.2.4.2 Power Supply
2.3 Technical Requirements
2.3.1 Indicators and Printers
2.3.1.1 General
2.3.1.2 Values Defined
2.3.1.3 Units
2.3.1.4 Value of the Scale Division
2.3.1.5 Range of Indication
2.3.1.6 Resettable and Non-resettable Values
2.3.1.7 Rate of Flow Indicator
2.3.1.8 Printed Information
2.3.1.9 Permanence of Markings
2.3.1.10 Power Loss
2.3.1.11 Adjustable Components
2.3.1.12 Audit Trail
2.3.1.13 Adjustments to Scale Weights
2.3.2 Weighing Elements
2.3.2.1 Speed Measurement
2.3.2.2 Conveyer Belt
2.3.2.3 Overload Protection
2.3.2.4 Speed Control
2.3.2.5 Adjustable Components
2.3.2.6 Motion Compensation
2.3.3 Installation Conditions
2.3.4 Marking
2.3.4.1 Presentation
2.4 Tests
2.4.1 Minimum Test Load
2.4.2 Laboratory Tests
2.4.2.1 Influence Quantity and Disturbance Tests
2.4.2.2 Zero-Load Tests
2.4.2.3 Material Tests
2.4.3 Annual Scale Inspections
2.4.3.1 Zero-Load Tests
2.4.3.2 Material Tests
3. Automatic Hopper Scales
3.1 Applicability
3.2 Performance Requirements
3.2.1 Maximum Permissible Errors
3.2.1.1 Laboratory Tests
3.2.1.2 Increasing and Decreasing Load Tests
3.2.2 Minimum Weighment ([Sigma]min)
3.2.3 Minimum Totalized Load (Lot)
3.2.4 Influence Quantities
3.2.4.1 Temperature
3.2.4.1.1 Operating Temperature
3.2.4.2 Power Supply
3.3 Technical Requirements
3.3.1 Indicators and Printers
3.3.1.1 General
3.3.1.2 Values Defined
3.3.1.3 Units
3.3.1.4 Value of the Scale Division
3.3.1.5 Weighing Sequence
3.3.1.6 Printing Sequence
3.3.1.7 Printed Information
3.3.1.8 Permanence of Markings
3.3.1.9 Range of Indication
3.3.1.10 Non-resettable Values
3.3.1.11 Power Loss
3.3.1.12 Adjustable Components
3.3.1.13 Audit Trail
3.3.1.14 Zero-Load Adjustment
3.3.1.14.1 Manual
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3.3.1.14.2 Semi-automatic
3.3.1.15 Damping Means
3.3.1.16 Adjustments to Scale Weights
3.3.2 Interlocks and Gate Control
3.3.3 Overfill Sensor
3.3.4 Weighing Elements
3.3.4.1 Overload Protection
3.3.4.2 Adjustable Components
3.3.4.3 Motion Compensation
3.3.5 Installation Conditions
3.3.6 Marking
3.3.6.1 Presentation
3.4 Tests
3.4.1 Standards
3.4.2 Laboratory Tests
3.4.2.1 Influence Quantity and Disturbance Tests
3.4.2.2 Performance Tests
3.4.3 Annual Scale Inspections
4. Platform Scales and Hanging Scales
4.1 Applicability
4.2 Performance Requirements
4.2.1 Maximum Permissible Errors
4.2.1.1 Laboratory Tests
4.2.1.2 Increasing and Decreasing Load and Shift Tests
4.2.2 Accuracy Classes
4.2.3 Minimum Load
4.2.4 Influence Quantities
4.2.4.1 Temperature
4.2.4.1.1 Operating Temperature
4.2.4.2 Power Supply
4.3 Technical Requirements
4.3.1 Indicators and Printers
4.3.1.1 General
4.3.1.2 Values Defined
4.3.1.3 Units
4.3.1.4 Value of the Scale Division
4.3.1.5 Printed Information
4.3.1.6 Permanence of Markings
4.3.1.7 Power Loss
4.3.1.8 Adjustable Components
4.3.1.9 Zero-Load Adjustment
4.3.1.9.1 Manual
4.3.1.9.2 Semi-automatic
4.3.1.10 Damping Means
4.3.2 Weighing Elements
4.3.2.1 Overload Protection
4.3.2.2 Adjustable Components
4.3.2.3 Motion Compensation
4.3.3 Installation Conditions
4.3.4 Marking
4.3.4.1 Presentation
4.4 Tests
4.4.1 Standards
4.4.2 Laboratory Tests
4.4.2.1 Influence Quantities and Disturbance Tests
4.4.2.2 Performance Tests
4.4.3 Annual Scale Inspections
5. Definitions
Annex A to Appendix A to Part 679--Influence Quantity and Disturbance
Tests
A.1 General
A.2 Test considerations
A.3 Tests
A.3.1 Static Temperatures
A.3.2 Damp Heat, Steady State
A.3.3 Power Voltage Variation
A.3.4 Short Time Power Reduction
A.3.5 Bursts
A.3.6 Electrostatic Discharge
A.3.7 Electromagnetic Susceptibility
A.4 Bibliography
1. Introduction
(a) This appendix to part 679 contains the performance and technical
requirements for scales to be approved by NMFS for use to weigh, at sea,
catch from the groundfish fisheries off Alaska. The performance and
technical requirements in this document have not been reviewed or
endorsed by the National Conference on Weights and Measures. Regulations
implementing the requirements of this appendix and additional
requirements for and with respect to scales used to weigh catch at sea
are found at 50 CFR 679.28(b).
(b) Revisions, amendments, or additions to this appendix may be made
after notice and opportunity for public comments. Send requests for
revisions, amendments, or additions to the Sustainable Fisheries
Division, Alaska Region, NMFS, P.O. Box 21668, Juneau, AK 99802.
(c) Types of Scales Covered by Appendix--This appendix contains
performance and technical requirements for belt, automatic hopper,
platform, and hanging scales.
(d) Testing and Approval of Scales Used to Weigh Catch at Sea--
Scales used to weigh catch at sea are required to comply with four
categories of performance and technical requirements: (1) Type
evaluation; (2) initial inspection after installation while the vessel
is tied up at a dock and is not under power at sea; (3) annual
reinspection while the vessel is tied up at a dock and is not under
power at sea; and (4) daily at-sea tests of the scale's accuracy. This
appendix contains only the performance and technical requirements for
type evaluation and initial and annual reinspections by an authorized
scale inspector.
2. Belt Scales
2.1 Applicability. The requirements in this section apply to a
scale or scale system that employs a conveyor belt in contact with a
weighing element to determine the weight of a bulk commodity being
conveyed across the scale.
2.2 Performance Requirements--2.2.1 Maximum Permissible Errors. For
laboratory tests of a scale and initial inspections and annual
reinspections of an installed scale when the vessel is tied up at a dock
and is not under power at sea, the following maximum permissible errors
(MPEs) are specified:
2.2.1.1 Laboratory Tests. See annex A to this appendix A for
procedures for disturbance tests and influence factors.
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a. Disturbances. 0.18 percent of the weight of the load
totalized.
b. Influence Factors. 0.25 percent of the weight of the
load totalized.
c. Temperature Effect at Zero Flow Rate. The difference between the
values obtained at zero flow rate taken at temperatures that differ by
10 deg. C 0.2 deg.C must not be greater than 0.035 percent
of the weight of the load totalized at the maximum flow-rate for the
time of the test.
2.2.1.2 Zero Load Tests. For zero load tests conducted in a
laboratory or on a scale installed on a vessel and conducted when the
vessel is tied up at a dock and not under power at sea, 0.1
percent of the value of the minimum totalized load or 1 scale division
(d), whichever is greater.
2.2.1.3 Material Tests. For material tests conducted in a
laboratory or on a scale installed on a vessel and conducted when the
vessel is tied up at a dock and not under power at sea, 1.0
percent of the known weight of the test material.
2.2.2 Minimum Flow Rate (Qmin). The minimum flow rate must be
specified by the manufacturer and must not be greater than 35 percent of
the rated capacity of the scale in kilograms per hour (kg/hr) or metric
tons per hour (mt/hr).
2.2.3 Minimum Totalized Load ([Sigma]min). The minimum totalized
load must not be less than the greater of--
a. Two percent of the load totalized in 1 hour at the maximum flow
rate;
b. The load obtained at the maximum flow rate in 1 revolution of the
belt; or
c. A load equal to 800 scale divisions (d).
2.2.4 Influence Quantities. The following requirements apply to
influence factor tests conducted in the laboratory.
2.2.4.1 Temperature. A belt scale must comply with the performance
and technical requirements at a range of temperatures from -10 deg. C to
+40 deg. C. However, for special applications the temperature range may
be different, but the range must not be less than 30 deg. C and must be
so specified on the scale's descriptive markings.
2.2.4.2 Power Supply. A belt scale must comply with the performance
and technical requirements when operated within a range of -15 percent
to +10 percent of the power supply specified on the scale's descriptive
markings.
2.3.1 Technical Requirements.
2.3.1 Indicators and Printers.
2.3.1.1 General. A belt scale must be equipped with an indicator
capable of displaying both the weight of fish in each haul or set and
the cumulative weight of all fish or other material weighed on the scale
between annual inspections (``the cumulative weight''), a rate of flow
indicator, and a printer. The indications and printed representations
must be clear, definite, accurate, and easily read under all conditions
of normal operation of the belt scale.
2.3.1.2 Values Defined. If indications or printed representations
are intended to have specific values, these must be defined by a
sufficient number of figures, words, or symbols, uniformly placed with
reference to the indications or printed representations and as close as
practicable to the indications or printed representations but not so
positioned as to interfere with the accuracy of reading.
2.3.1.3 Units. The weight of each haul or set must be indicated in
kilograms, and the cumulative weight must be indicated in either
kilograms or metric tons and decimal subdivisions.
2.3.1.4 Value of the Scale Division. The value of the scale
division (d) expressed in a unit of weight must be equal to 1, 2, or 5,
or a decimal multiple or sub-multiple of 1, 2, or 5.
2.3.1.5 Range of Indication. The range of the weight indications
and printed values for each haul or set must be from 0 kg to 999,999 kg
and for the cumulative weight must be from 0 to 99,999 metric tons.
2.3.1.6 Resettable and Non-resettable Values. The means to indicate
the weight of fish in each haul or set must be resettable to zero. The
means to indicate the cumulative weight must not be resettable to zero
without breaking a security means and must be reset only upon direction
of NMFS or an authorized scale inspector.
2.3.1.7 Rate of Flow Indicator. Permanent means must be provided to
produce an audio or visual signal when the rate of flow is less than the
minimum flow rate or greater than 98 percent of the maximum flow rate.
2.3.1.8 Printed Information. The information printed must include--
a. For catch weight:
i. The vessel name;
ii. The Federal fisheries or processor permit number of the vessel;
iii. The haul or set number;
iv. The total weight of catch in each haul or set;
v. The total cumulative weight of all fish or other material weighed
on the scale; and
vi. The date and time the information is printed.
b. For the audit trail:
i. The vessel name;
ii. The Federal fisheries or processor permit number of the vessel;
iii. The date and time (to the nearest minute) that the adjustment
was made;
iv. The name or type of adjustment being made; and
v. The initial and final values of the parameter being changed.
2.3.1.9 Permanence of Markings. All required indications, markings,
and instructions must be distinct and easily readable and must be of
such character that they will not tend to become obliterated or
illegible.
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2.3.1.10 Power Loss. In the event of a power failure, means must be
provided to retain in a memory the weight of fish in each haul or set
for which a printed record has not yet been made, the cumulative weight,
and the information on the audit trail.
2.3.1.11 Adjustable Components. An adjustable component that when
adjusted affects the performance or accuracy of the scale must be held
securely in position and must not be capable of adjustment without
breaking a security means unless a record of the adjustment is made on
the audit trail described in 2.3.1.12.
2.3.1.12 Audit Trail. An audit trail in the form of an event logger
must be provided to document changes made using adjustable components.
The following information must be provided in an electronic form that
cannot be changed or erased by the scale operator, can be printed at any
time, and can be cleared by the scale manufacturer's representative upon
direction by NMFS or by an authorized scale inspector:
a. The date and time (to the nearest minute) of the change;
b. The name or type of adjustment being made; and
c. The initial and final values of the parameter being changed.
2.3.1.13 Adjustments to Scale Weights. The indicators and printer
must be designed so that the scale operator cannot change or adjust the
indicated and printed weight values.
2.3.2 Weighing Elements.
2.3.2.1 Speed Measurement. A belt scale must be equipped with means
to accurately sense the belt travel and/or speed whether the belt is
loaded or empty.
2.3.2.2 Conveyer Belt. The weight per unit length of the conveyor
belt must be practically constant. Belt joints must be such that there
are no significant effects on the weighing results.
2.3.2.3 Overload Protection. The load receiver must be equipped
with means so that an overload of 150 percent or more of the capacity
does not affect the metrological characteristics of the scale.
2.3.2.4 Speed Control. The speed of the belt must not vary by more
than 5 percent of the nominal speed.
2.3.2.5 Adjustable Components. An adjustable component that can
affect the performance of the belt scale must be held securely in
position and must not be capable of adjustment without breaking a
security means.
2.3.2.6 Motion Compensation. A belt scale must be equipped with
automatic means to compensate for the motion of a vessel at sea so that
the weight values indicated are within the MPEs. Such means shall be a
reference load cell and a reference mass weight or other equally
effective means. When equivalent means are utilized, the manufacturer
must provide NMFS with information demonstrating that the scale can
weigh accurately at sea.
2.3.3 Installation Conditions. A belt scale must be rigidly
installed in a level condition.
2.3.4 Marking. A belt scale must be marked with the--
a. Name, initials, or trademark of the manufacturer or distributer;
b. Model designation;
c. Non-repetitive serial number;
d. Maximum flow rate (Qmax);
e. Minimum flow rate (Qmin);
f. Minimum totalized load ([Sigma]min);
g. Value of a scale division (d);
h. Belt speed;
i. Weigh length;
j. Maximum capacity (Max);
k. Temperature range (if applicable); and
l. Mains voltage.
2.3.4.1 Presentation. The markings must be reasonably permanent and
of such size, shape, and clarity to provide easy reading in normal
conditions of use. They must be grouped together in a place visible to
the operator.
2.4 Tests.
2.4.1 Minimum Test Load. The minimum test load must be the greater
of--
a. 2 percent of the load totalized in 1 hour at the maximum flow
rate;
b. The load obtained at maximum flow rate in one revolution of the
belt; or
c. A load equal to 800 scale divisions.
2.4.2 Laboratory Tests.
2.4.2.1 Influence Quantity and Disturbance Tests. Tests must be
conducted according to annex A and the results of these tests must be
within the values specified in section 2.2.1.1.
2.4.2.2 Zero-Load Tests. A zero-load test must be conducted for a
time equal to that required to deliver the minimum totalized load
(``min). At least two zero-load tests must be conducted prior to a
material test. The results of these tests must be within the values
specified in section 2.2.1.2.
2.4.2.3 Material Tests. At least one material test must be
conducted with the weight of the material or simulated material equal to
or greater than the minimum test load. The results of these tests must
be within the values specified in section 2.2.1.3.
2.4.3 Annual Inspections.
2.4.3.1 Zero-Load Tests. A zero-load test must be conducted for a
time equal to that required to deliver the minimum totalized load
([Sigma]min). At least one zero-load test must be conducted prior to
each material test. The results of this test must be within the values
specified in section 2.2.1.2.
2.4.3.2 Material Tests. At least one material or simulated material
test must be conducted with the weight of the material or simulated
material equal to or greater than the minimum test load. The results of
these tests must be within the values specified in section 2.2.1.3.
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3. Automatic Hopper Scales
3.1 Applicability. The requirements in this section apply to a
scale or scale system that is designed for automatic weighing of a bulk
commodity in predetermined amounts.
3.2 Performance Requirements.
3.2.1 Maximum Permissible Errors. For laboratory tests of a scale
and initial inspection and annual reinspections of an installed scale
when the vessel is tied up at a dock and is not under power at sea, the
following MPEs are specified:
3.2.1.1 Laboratory Tests. See annex A to appendix A for procedures
for disturbance test and influence factors.
a. Disturbances. Significant fault (sf) (scale
division).
b. Influence Factors. 1 percent of test load.
3.2.1.2 Increasing and Decreasing Load Tests. For increasing and
decreasing load tests conducted in a laboratory or on a scale installed
on a vessel tied up at a dock and not under power at sea,
1.0 percent of the test load.
3.2.2 Minimum Weighment ([Sigma]min). The minimum weighment must
not be less than 20 percent of the weighing capacity, or a load equal to
100 scale intervals (d), except for the final weighment of a lot.
3.2.3 Minimum Totalized Load (Lot). The minimum totalized load must
not be less than 4 weighments.
3.2.4 Influence Quantities. The following requirements apply to
influence factor tests conducted in the laboratory:
3.2.4.1 Temperature. A hopper scale must comply with the
metrological and technical requirements at temperatures from -10 deg. C
to +40 deg. C. However, for special applications the temperature range
may be different, but the range must not be less than 30 deg. C and must
be so specified on the scale's descriptive markings.
3.2.4.1.1 Operating Temperature. A hopper scale must not display or
print any usable weight values until the operating temperature necessary
for accurate weighing and a stable zero-balance condition have been
attained.
3.2.4.2 Power Supply. A hopper scale must comply with the
performance and technical requirements when operated within -15 percent
to +10 percent of the power supply specified on the scale's descriptive
markings.
3.3 Technical Requirements.
3.3.1 Indicators and Printers.
3.3.1.1 General. a. A hopper scale must be equipped with an
indicator and printer that indicates and prints the weight of each load
and a no-load reference value; and a printer that prints the total
weight of fish in each haul or set and the total cumulative weight of
all fish and other material weighed on the scale between annual
inspections (``the cumulative weight''). The indications and printed
information must be clear, definite, accurate, and easily read under all
conditions of normal operation of the hopper scale.
b. A no-load reference value may be a positive or negative value in
terms of scale divisions or zero. When the no-load reference value is
zero, the scale must return to a zero indication (within
0.5 scale division) when the load receptor (hopper) is empty following
the discharge of all loads, without the intervention of either automatic
or manual means.
3.3.1.2 Values Defined. If indications or printed representations
are intended to have specific values, these must be defined by a
sufficient number of figures, words, or symbols, uniformly placed with
reference to the indications or printed representations and as close as
practicable to the indications or printed representations but not so
positioned as to interfere with the accuracy of reading.
3.3.1.3 Units. The weight of each haul or set must be indicated in
kilograms, and the cumulative weight must be indicated in either
kilograms or metric tons and decimal subdivisions.
3.3.1.4 Value of the Scale Division. The value of the scale
division (d) expressed in a unit of weight must be equal to 1, 2, or 5,
or a decimal multiple or sub-multiple of 1, 2, or 5.
3.3.1.5 Weighing Sequence. For hopper scales used to receive (weigh
in), the no-load reference value must be determined and printed only at
the beginning of each weighing cycle. For hopper scales used to deliver
(weigh out), the no-load reference value must be determined and printed
only after the gross-load weight value for each weighing cycle has been
indicated and printed.
3.3.1.6 Printing Sequence. Provision must be made so that all
weight values are indicated until the completion of the printing of the
indicated values.
3.3.1.7 Printed Information. The information printed must include--
a. For catch weight:
i. The vessel name;
ii. The Federal fisheries or processor permit number of the vessel;
iii. The haul or set number;
iv. The total weight of catch in each haul or set;
v. The total cumulative weight of all fish or other material weighed
on the scale; and
vi. The date and time the information is printed.
b. For the audit trail:
i. The vessel name;
ii. The Federal fisheries or processor permit number of the vessel;
iii. The date and time (to the nearest minute) of the change;
iv. The name or type of adjustment being made; and
v. The initial and final values of the parameter being changed.
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3.3.1.8 Permanence of Markings. All required indications, markings,
and instructions must be distinct and easily readable and must be of
such character that they will not tend to become obliterated or
illegible.
3.3.1.9 Range of Indication. The range of the weight indications
and printed values for each haul or set must be from 0 kg to 999,999 kg
and for the cumulative weight must be from 0 to 99,999 metric tons.
3.3.1.10 Non-Resettable Values. The cumulative weight must not be
resettable to zero without breaking a security means and must be reset
only upon direction by NMFS or by an authorized scale inspector.
3.3.1.11 Power Loss. In the event of a power failure, means must be
provided to retain in a memory the weight of fish in each haul or set
for which a printed record has not yet been made, the cumulative weight,
and the information on the audit trail described in 3.3.1.13.
3.3.1.12 Adjustable Components. An adjustable component that, when
adjusted, affects the performance or accuracy of the scale must not be
capable of adjustment without breaking a security means, unless a record
of the adjustment is made on the audit trail described in 3.3.1.13.
3.3.1.13 Audit Trail. An audit trail in the form of an event logger
must be provided to document changes made using adjustable components.
The following information must be provided in an electronic form that
cannot be changed or erased by the scale operator, can be printed at any
time, and can be cleared by the scale manufacturer's representative upon
direction of NMFS or by an authorized scale inspector:
a. The date and time (to the nearest minute) of the change;
b. The name or type of adjustment being made; and
c. The initial and final values of the parameter being changed.
3.3.1.14 Zero-Load Adjustment. A hopper scale must be equipped with
a manual or semi-automatic means that can be used to adjust the zero-
load balance or no-load reference value.
3.3.1.14.1 Manual. A manual means must be operable or accessible
only by a tool outside of, or entirely separate from, this mechanism or
enclosed in a cabinet.
3.3.1.14.2 Semi-Automatic. A semi-automatic means must be operable
only when the indication is stable within 1 scale division
and cannot be operated during a weighing cycle (operation).
3.3.1.15 Damping Means. A hopper scale must be equipped with
effective automatic means to bring the indications quickly to a readable
stable equilibrium. Effective automatic means must also be provided to
permit the recording of weight values only when the indication is stable
within plus or minus one scale division.
3.3.1.16 Adjustments to Scale Weights. The indicators and printer
must be designed so that the scale operator cannot change or adjust the
indicated and printed weight values.
3.3.2 Interlocks and Gate Control. A hopper scale must have
operating interlocks so that--
a. Product cannot be weighed if the printer is disconnected or
subject to a power loss;
b. The printer cannot print a weight if either of the gates leading
to or from the weigh hopper is open;
c. The low paper sensor of the printer is activated;
d. The system will operate only in the sequence intended; and
e. If the overfill sensor is activated, this condition is indicated
to the operator and is printed.
3.3.3 Overfill Sensor. The weigh hopper must be equipped with an
overfill sensor that will cause the feed gate to close, activate an
alarm, and stop the weighing operation until the overfill condition has
been corrected.
3.3.4 Weighing Elements.
3.3.4.1 Overload Protection. The weigh hopper must be equipped with
means so that an overload of 150 percent or more of the capacity of the
hopper does not affect the metrological characteristics of the scale.
3.3.4.2 Adjustable Components. An adjustable component that can
affect the performance of the hopper scale must be held securely in
position and must not be capable of adjustment without breaking a
security means.
3.3.4.3 Motion Compensation. A hopper scale must be equipped with
automatic means to compensate for the motion of a vessel at sea so that
the weight values indicated are within the MPEs. Such means shall be a
reference load cell and a reference mass weight or other equally
effective means. When equivalent means are utilized, the manufacturer
must provide NMFS with information demonstrating that the scale can
weigh accurately at sea.
3.3.5 Installation Conditions. A hopper scale must be rigidly
installed in a level condition.
3.3.6 Marking. A hopper scale must be marked with the following:
a. Name, initials, or trademark of the manufacturer or distributer;
b. Model designation;
c. Non-repetitive serial number;
d. Maximum capacity (Max);
e. Minimum capacity (min);
f. Minimum totalized load ([Sigma]min);
g. Minimum weighment;
h. Value of the scale division (d);
i. Temperature range (if applicable); and
j. Mains voltage.
3.3.6.1 Presentation. Descriptive markings must be reasonably
permanent and grouped together in a place visible to the operator.
3.4 Tests.
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3.4.1 Standards. The error of the standards used must not exceed 25
percent of the MPE to be applied.
3.4.2 Laboratory Tests.
3.4.2.1 Influence Quantity and Disturbance Tests. Tests must be
conducted according to annex A and the results of these tests must be
within the values specified in section 3.2.1.1.
3.4.2.2 Performance Tests. Performance tests must be conducted as
follows:
a. Increasing load test. At least five increasing load tests must be
conducted with test loads at the minimum load, at a load near capacity,
and at 2 or more critical points in between; and
b. Decreasing load test. A decreasing load test must be conducted
with a test load approximately equal to one-half capacity when removing
the test loads of an increasing load test.
3.4.3 Annual Inspections.
At least two increasing load tests and two decreasing load tests
must be conducted as specified in 3.4.2.2. Additionally, tests must be
conducted with test loads approximately equal to the weight of loads at
which the scale is normally used.
4. Platform Scales and Hanging Scales
4.1 Applicability. The requirements in this section apply to
platform and hanging scales used to weigh total catch. Platform scales
used only as observer sampling scales or to determine the known weight
of fish for a material test of another scale are not required to have a
printer under sections 4.3.1 and 4.3.1.5 or an audit trail under section
4.3.1.8.
4.2 Performance Requirements.
4.2.1 Maximum Permissible Errors. For laboratory tests of a scale
and initial inspection and annual reinspections of an installed scale
while the vessel is tied up at a dock and is not under power at sea, the
following MPEs are specified:
4.2.1.1 Laboratory Tests. See annex A to this appendix A for
procedures for disturbance tests and influence factors.
a. Disturbances. Significant fault (1 scale division);
and
b. Influence Factors. See Table 1 in section 4.2.1.2.
4.2.1.2 Increasing and Decreasing Load and Shift Tests. Increasing
and decreasing load and shift tests conducted in a laboratory or on a
scale installed on a vessel while the vessel is tied up at a dock and is
not under power at sea, see Table 1 as follows:
Table 1--Influence Factors
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Test load in scale divisions (d) Maximum
------------------------------------------------------------ permissible
Class III \1\ Class IIII error (d)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
0 < m\2\ [le] 500.................. 0 < m [le] 50......... 0.5
500 < m [le] 2000.................. 50 < m [le] 200....... 1.0
2000 < m........................... 200 < m............... 1.5
------------------------------------------------------------------------
\1\ Scale accuracy classes are defined in section 4.2.2, table 2.
\2\ Mass or weight of the test load in scale divisions.
4.2.2 Accuracy Classes. Scales are divided into two accuracy
classes, class III and class IIII. The accuracy class of a scale is
designated by the manufacturer. The design of each accuracy class with
respect to number of scale divisions (n) and the value of the scale
division (d) is specified according to table 2:
Table 2--Accuracy Classes
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Number of scale
Value of scale division divisions (n)
Accuracy class (d) ---------------------
Minimum Maximum
------------------------------------------------------------------------
III................... 5 g or greater 500 10,000
IIII.................. 5 g or greater 100 1,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
4.2.3 Minimum Load: For a Class III scale, 20d; for a Class IIII
scale, 10d.
4.2.4 Influence Quantities. The following requirements apply to
influence factor tests conducted in the laboratory.
4.2.4.1 Temperature. A scale must comply with the performance and
technical requirements at temperatures from -10 deg. C to +40 deg. C.
However, for special applications the temperature range may be
different, but the range must not be less than 30 deg. C and must be so
specified on the descriptive markings.
4.2.4.1.1 Operating Temperature. A scale must not display or print
any usable weight values until the operating temperature necessary for
accurate weighing and a stable zero-balance condition have been
attained.
4.2.4.2 Power Supply. A scale must comply with the performance and
technical requirements when operated within -15 percent to +10 percent
of the power supply specified on the scale's descriptive markings.
4.3 Technical Requirements.
4.3.1 Indicators and Printers.
4.3.1.1 General. A scale must be equipped with an indicator and a
printer. The indications and printed information must be clear,
definite, accurate, and easily read under all conditions of normal
operation of the scale.
4.3.1.2 Values Defined. If indications or printed representations
are intended to have specific values, these must be defined by a
sufficient number of figures, words, or symbols, uniformly placed with
reference to the indications or printed representations and as close as
practicable to the indications or printed representations but not so
positioned as to interfere with the accuracy of reading.
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4.3.1.3 Units. The weight units indicated must be in terms of
kilograms and decimal subdivisions.
4.3.1.4 Value of the Scale Division. The value of the scale
division (d) expressed in a unit of weight must be equal to 1, 2, or 5,
or a decimal multiple or sub-multiple of 1, 2, or 5.
4.3.1.5 Printed Information. The information printed must include--
a. For catch weight:
i. The vessel name;
ii. The Federal fisheries or processor permit number of the vessel;
iii. The haul or set number;
iv. Net weight of the fish.
b. For the audit trail:
i. The vessel name;
ii. The Federal fisheries or processor permit number of the vessel;
iii. The date and time (to the nearest minute) of the change;
iv. The name or type of adjustment being made; and
v. The initial and final values of the parameter being changed.
4.3.1.6 Permanence of Markings. All required indications, markings,
and instructions must be distinct and easily readable and must be of
such character that they will not tend to become obliterated or
illegible.
4.3.1.7 Power Loss. In the event of a power failure, means must be
provided to retain in a memory the weight of the last weighment if it is
a non-repeatable weighment.
4.3.1.8 Adjustable Components.
a. An adjustable component that, when adjusted, affects the
performance or accuracy of the scale must be held securely in position
and must not be capable of adjustment without breaking a security means.
b. An audit trail in the form of an event logger must be provided to
document changes made using adjustable components. The following
information must be provided in an electronic form that cannot be
changed or erased by the scale operator, can be printed at any time, and
can be cleared by the scale manufacturer's representative upon direction
of NMFS or an authorized scale inspector:
i. The date and time (to the nearest minute) of the change;
ii. The name or type of adjustment being made; and
iii. The initial and final values of the parameter being changed.
4.3.1.9 Zero-Load Adjustment. A scale must be equipped with a
manual or semi-automatic means that can be used to adjust the zero-load
balance or no-load reference value.
4.3.1.9.1 Manual. A manual means must be operable or accessible
only by a tool outside of or entirely separate from this mechanism or
enclosed in a cabinet.
4.3.1.9.2 Semi-automatic. A semi-automatic means must meet the
provisions of 4.3.1.8 or must be operable only when the indication is
stable within 1 scale division and cannot be operated during
a weighing cycle (operation).
4.3.1.10 Damping Means. A scale must be equipped with effective
automatic means to bring the indications quickly to a readable stable
equilibrium. Effective automatic means must also be provided to permit
the recording of weight values only when the indication is stable within
plus or minus one scale division.
4.3.2 Weighing Elements.
4.3.2.1 Overload Protection. The scale must be so designed that an
overload of 150 percent or more of the capacity does not affect the
metrological characteristics of the scale.
4.3.2.2 Adjustable Components. An adjustable component that can
affect the performance of the scale must be held securely in position
and must not be capable of adjustment without breaking a security means.
4.3.2.3 Motion Compensation. A platform scale must be equipped with
automatic means to compensate for the motion of a vessel at sea so that
the weight values indicated are within the MPEs. Such means shall be a
reference load cell and a reference mass weight or other equally
effective means. When equivalent means are utilized, the manufacturer
must provide NMFS with information demonstrating that the scale can
weigh accurately at sea.
4.3.3 Installation Conditions. A platform scale must be rigidly
installed in a level condition. When in use, a hanging scale must be
freely suspended from a fixed support or a crane.
4.3.4 Marking. A scale must be marked with the following:
a. Name, initials, or trademark of the manufacturer or distributor;
b. Model designation;
c. Non-repetitive serial number;
d. Accuracy class (III or IIII);
e. Maximum capacity (Max);
f. Minimum capacity (min);
g. Value of a scale division (d);
h. Temperature range (if applicable); and
i. Mains voltage.
4.3.4.1 Presentation. Descriptive markings must be reasonably
permanent and grouped together in a place visible to the operator.
4.4 Tests.
4.4.1 Standards. The error of the standards used must not exceed 25
percent of the MPE applied.
4.4.2 Laboratory Tests.
4.4.2.1 Influence Quantities and Disturbance Tests. Tests must be
conducted according to annex A to this appendix A, and the results of
these tests must be within the values specified in section 4.2.1.1.
4.4.2.2 Performance Tests. Performance tests must be conducted as
follows:
a. Increasing load test. At least five increasing load tests must be
conducted with test
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loads at the minimum load, at a load near capacity, and at 2 or more
critical points in between.
b. Shift test (platform scales only). A shift test must be conducted
during the increasing load test at one-third capacity test load centered
in each quadrant of the platform.
c. Decreasing load test. A decreasing load test must be conducted
with a test load approximately equal to one-half capacity when removing
the test loads of an increasing load test.
4.4.3 Annual Scale Inspections.
At least two increasing load tests, shift tests, and decreasing load
tests must be conducted as specified in section 4.4.2.2. Additionally
tests must be conducted with test loads approximately equal to the
weight of loads at which the scale is normally used. The results of all
tests must be as specified in Table 1 in section 4.2.1.2.
5. Definitions
Adjustable component--Any component that, when adjusted, affects the
performance or accuracy of the scale, e.g., span adjustment or automatic
zero-setting means. Manual or semi-automatic zero-setting means are not
considered adjustable components.
Audit trail--An electronic count and/or information record of the
changes to the values of the calibration or configuration parameters of
a scale.
Automatic hopper scale--A hopper scale adapted to the automatic
weighing of a bulk commodity (fish) in predetermined amounts. Capacities
vary from 20 kg to 50 mt. It is generally equipped with a control panel,
with functions to be set by an operator, including the start of an
automatic operation. (See definition of hopper scale).
Belt scale--A scale that employs a conveyor belt in contact with a
weighing element to determine the weight of a bulk commodity being
conveyed. It is generally a part of a system consisting of an input
conveyor, the flow scale, and an output conveyor. The conveyor belt may
be constructed of various materials, including vulcanized rubber,
canvas, and plastic. The capacity is generally specified in terms of the
amount of weight that can be determined in a specified time, and can
vary from, for example, 1 ton per hour to 100 or more tons per hour. An
operator generally directs the flow of product onto the input conveyor.
Calibration mode--A means by which the span of a scale can be
adjusted by placing a known ``test weight'' on the scale and manually
operating a key on a key board.
Disturbances--An influence that may occur during the use of a scale
but is not within the rated operating conditions of the scale.
Event logger--A form of audit trail containing a series of records
where each record contains the identification of the parameter that was
changed, the time and date when the parameter was changed, and the new
value of the parameter.
Final weighment--The last partial load weighed on a hopper scale
that is part of the weight of many loads.
Hanging scale--A scale that is designed to weigh a load that is
freely suspended from an overhead crane or it may be permanently
installed in an overhead position. The load receiver may be a part of
the scale such as a pan suspended on chains, or simply a hook that is
used to ``pick-up'' the container of the commodity to be weighed. The
technology employed may be mechanical, electro-mechanical, or
electronic. The loads can be applied either manually or by such means as
a crane.
Hopper scale--A scale designed for weighing individual loads of a
bulk commodity (fish). The load receiver is a cylindrical or rectangular
container mounted on a weighing element. The weighing element may be
mechanical levers, a combination of levers and a load cell, or all load
cells. The capacity can vary from less than 20 kg to greater than 50 mt.
The loads are applied from a bulk source by such means as a conveyor or
storage hopper. Each step of the weighing process, that is the loading
and unloading of the weigh hopper, is controlled by an operator.
Indicator--That part of a scale that indicates the quantity that is
being weighed.
Influence factor--A value of an influence quantity, e.g., 10 deg.,
that specifies the limits of the rated operating conditions of the
scale.
Influence quantity--A quantity that is not the subject of the
measurement but which influences the measurement obtained within the
rated operating conditions of the scale.
Influence quantity and disturbance tests--Tests conducted in a
laboratory to determine the capability of the scale under test to
perform correctly in the environmental influences in which they are used
and when subjected to certain disturbances that may occur during the use
of the scale.
Initial verification--The first evaluation (inspection and test) of
a production model of a weighing instrument that has been type evaluated
to determine that the production model is consistent with the model that
had been submitted for type evaluation.
Known weight test--A test in which the load applied is a test weight
with a known value simulating the weight of the material that is usually
weighed.
Load receiver--That part of the scale in which the quantity is
placed when being weighed.
Material test--A test using a material that is the same or similar
to the material that is usually weighed, the weight of which has been
determined by a scale other than the scale under test.
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Maximum flow-rate--The maximum flow-rate of material specified by
the manufacturer at which a belt scale can perform correctly.
Minimum flow-rate--The minimum flow-rate specified by the
manufacturer at which a belt scale can perform correctly.
Minimum load--The smallest weight load that can be determined by the
scale that is considered to be metrologically acceptable.
Minimum totalized load--The smallest weight load that can be
determined by a belt scale that is considered to be metrologically
acceptable.
Minimum weighment--The smallest weight that can be determined by a
hopper scale that is considered to be metrologically acceptable.
Motion compensation--The means used to compensate for the motion of
the vessel at sea.
No-load reference value--A weight value obtained by a hopper scale
when the load receiver (hopper) is empty of the product that was or is
to be weighed.
Non-repeatable weighment--A process where the product after being
weighed is disposed of in such a manner that it cannot be retrieved to
be reweighed.
Number of scale divisions (n)--The number of scale divisions of a
scale in normal operation. It is the quotient of the scale capacity
divided by the value of the scale division. n=Max/d
Performance requirements--A part of the regulations or standards
that applies to the weighing performance of a scale, e.g., MPEs.
Performance test--A test conducted to determine that the scale is
performing within the MPE applicable.
Periodic verification--A verification of a weighing instrument at an
interval that is specified by regulation or administrative ruling.
Platform scale--A scale by the nature of its physical size,
arrangement of parts, and relatively small capacity (generally 220 kg or
less) that is adapted for use on a bench or counter or on the floor. A
platform scale can be self contained, that is, the indicator and load
receiver and weighing elements are all comprised of a single unit, or
the indicator can be connected by cable to a separate load receiver and
weighing element. The technology used may be mechanical, electro-
mechanical, or electronic. Loads are applied manually.
Rated capacity--The maximum flow-rate in terms of weight per unit
time specified by the manufacturer at which a belt scale can perform
correctly.
Scale division (d)--The smallest digital subdivision in units of
mass that is indicated by the weighing instrument in normal operation.
Sealing--A method used to prevent the adjustment of certain
operational characteristics or to indicate that adjustments have been
made to those operational characteristics.
Security seals or means--A physical seal such as a lead and wire
seal that must be broken in order to change the operating or performance
characteristics of the scale, or a number generated by the scale
whenever a change is made to an adjustable component. The number must be
sequential and it must not be possible for the scale operator to alter
it. The number must be displayed whenever the scale is turned on.
Significant fault--An error greater than the value specified for a
particular scale. For a belt scale: A fault greater than 0.18 percent of
the weight value equal to the minimum totalized load. For all other
scales: 1 scale division (d). A significant fault does not include
faults that result from simultaneous and mutually independent causes in
the belt scale; faults that imply the impossibility of performing any
measurement; transitory faults that are momentary variations in the
indications that cannot be interpreted, memorized, or transmitted as a
measurement result; faults so serious that they will inevitably be
noticed by those interested in the measurement.
Simulated material test--A test in which the load applied is test
material simulating the weight of the material that is usually weighed.
Simulated test--A test in which the weight indications are developed
by means other than weight, e.g., a load cell simulator.
Stationary installation--An installation of a scale in a facility on
land or a vessel that is tied-up to a dock or in dry dock.
Subsequent verification--Any evaluation of a weighing instrument
following the initial verification.
Suitability for use--A judgement that must be made that certain
scales by nature of their design are appropriate for given weighing
applications.
Technical requirements--A part of the regulations or standards that
applies to the operational functions and characteristics of a scale,
e.g., capacity, scale division, tare.
Testing laboratory--A facility for conducting type evaluation
examinations of a scale that can establish its competency and
proficiency by such means as ISO Guide 25, ISO 9000, EN 45011, NVLAP,
NTEP.
Type evaluation--A process for evaluating the compliance of a
weighing instrument with the appropriate standard or regulation.
User requirements--A part of the regulations or standards that
applies to the operator/owner of the scale.
Weighment--A single complete weighing operation.
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Annex A to Appendix A to Part 679--Influence Quantity and Disturbance
Tests
A.1 General--Included in this annex are tests that are intended to
ensure that electronic scales can perform and function as intended in
the environment and under the conditions specified. Each test indicates,
where appropriate, the reference condition under which the intrinsic
error is determined.
A.2 Test Considerations
A.2.1 All electronic scales of the same category must be subjected
to the same performance test program.
A.2.2 Tests must be carried out on fully operational equipment in
its normal operational state. When equipment is connected in other than
a normal configuration, the procedure must be mutually agreed to by NMFS
and the applicant.
A.2.3 When the effect of one factor is being evaluated, all other
factors must be held relatively constant, at a value close to normal.
The temperature is deemed to be relatively constant when the difference
between the extreme temperatures noted during the test does not exceed
5 deg. C and the variation over time does not exceed 5 deg. C per hour.
A.2.4 Before the start of a test, the equipment under test (EUT)
must be energized for a period of time at least equal to the warm-up
time specified by the manufacturer. The EUT must remain energized
throughout the duration of the test.
A.3 Tests
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Characteristics Conditions
Test under test applied
------------------------------------------------------------------------
A.3.1 Static temperatures....... Influence factor.. MPE
A.3.2 Damp heat, steady state... Influence factor.. MPE
A.3.3 Power voltage variation... Influence factor.. MPE
A.3.4 Short time power reduction Disturbance....... sf
A.3.5 Bursts.................... Disturbance....... sf
A.3.6 Electrostatic discharge... Disturbance....... sf
A.3.7 Electromagnetic Disturbance....... sf
susceptibility.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
A.3 Tests
A.3.1 Static Temperatures
Test method: Dry heat (non condensing) and cold.
Object of the test: To verify compliance with the applicable MPE
under conditions of high and low temperature.
Reference to standard: See Bibliography (1).
Test procedure in brief: The test consists of exposure of the EUT to
the high and low temperatures specified in section 2.2.4.1 for belt
scales, section 3.2.4.1 for automatic hopper scales, and section 4.2.3.1
for platform scales and hanging scales, under ``free air'' condition for
a 2-hour period after the EUT has reached temperature stability. The EUT
must be tested during a weighing operation consisting of:
For belt scales--the totalization of the [Sigma]min, 2
times each at approximately the minimum flow rate, an intermediate flow
rate, and the maximum flow rate.
For platform, hanging, and automatic hopper scales--tested with at
least five different test loads or simulated loads under the following
conditions:
a. At a reference temperature of 20 deg. C following conditioning.
b. At the specified high temperature, 2 hours after achieving
temperature stabilization.
c. At the specified low temperature, 2 hours after achieving
temperature stabilization.
d. At a temperature of 5 deg. C, 2 hours after achieving temperature
stabilization.
e. After recovery of the EUT at the reference temperature of 20 deg.
C.
Test severities: Duration: 2 hours.
Number of test cycles: At least one cycle.
Maximum allowable variations:
a. All functions must operate as designed.
b. All indications must be within the applicable MPEs.
Conduct of test: Refer to the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) Publications mentioned in section A.4 Bibliography (a)
for detailed test procedures.
Supplementary information to the IEC test procedures.
Preconditioning: 16 hours.
Condition of EUT: Normal power supplied and ``on'' for a time period
equal to or greater than the warm-up time specified by the manufacturer.
Power is to be ``on'' for the duration of the test. Adjust the EUT as
close to a zero indication as practicable prior to the test.
Test Sequence:
a. Stabilize the EUT in the chamber at a reference temperature of
20 deg. C. Conduct the tests as specified in the test procedure in brief
and record the following data:
i. Date and time,
ii. Temperature,
iii. Relative humidity,
iv. Test load,
v. Indication,
vi. Errors, and
vii. Functions performance.
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b. Increase the temperature in the chamber to the high temperature
specified. Check by measurement that the EUT has reached temperature
stability and maintain the temperature for 2 hours. Following the 2
hours, repeat the tests and record the test data indicated in this A.3.1
Test Sequence section.
c. Reduce the temperature in the chamber as per the IEC procedures
to the specified low temperature. After temperature stabilization, allow
the EUT to soak for 2 hours. Following the 2 hours, repeat the tests and
record the test data as indicated in this A.3.1 Test Sequence section.
d. Raise the temperature in the chamber as per the IEC procedures to
5 deg. C. After temperature stabilization, allow the EUT to soak for 2
hours. Following the 2 hours, repeat the tests and record the test data
as indicated in this A.3.1 Test Sequence section. Note: This test
relates to a -10 deg. C to +40 deg. C range. For special ranges, it may
not be necessary.
e. Raise the temperature in the chamber as per the IEC procedures
and to the 20 deg. C reference temperature. After recovery, repeat the
tests and record the test data as indicated in this A.3.1 Test Sequence
section.
A.3.2 Damp Heat, Steady State
Test method: Damp heat, steady state.
Object of the test: To verify compliance with the applicable MPE
under conditions of high humidity and constant temperature.
Reference to standard: See section A.4 Bibliography (b)
Test procedure in brief: The test consists of exposure of the EUT to
a constant temperature at the upper limit of the temperature range and
of a constant relative humidity of 85 percent for a 2-day period. The
EUT must be tested during a weighing operation consisting of the
following:
For belt scales--the totalization of the [Sigma]min, 2
times each at approximately the minimum flow rate, an intermediate flow
rate, and the maximum flow rate.
For platform, hanging, and automatic hopper scales--tested with at
least five different test loads or simulated loads at a reference
temperature of 20 deg. C and a relative humidity of 50 percent following
conditioning, and at the upper limit temperature and a relative humidity
of 85 percent 2 days following temperature and humidity stabilization.
Test severities:
Temperature: upper limit.
Humidity: 85 percent (non-condensing).
Duration: 2 days.
Number of test cycles: At least one test.
Maximum Allowable Variations:
a. All functions must operate as designed.
b. All indications must be within the applicable MPE.
Conduct of the test: Refer to the IEC Publications mentioned in
section A.4 Bibliography (b) for detailed test procedures.
Supplementary information to the IEC test procedures.
Preconditioning: None required.
Condition of EUT:
a. Normal power supplied and ``on'' for a time period equal to or
greater than the warm-up time specified by the manufacturer. Power is to
be ``on'' for the duration of the test.
b. The handling of the EUT must be such that no condensation of
water occurs on the EUT.
c. Adjust the EUT as close to a zero indication as practicable prior
to the test.
Test Sequence:
a. Allow 3 hours for stabilization of the EUT at a reference
temperature of 20 deg. C and a relative humidity of 50 percent.
Following stabilization, conduct the tests as specified in the test
procedures in brief and record the following data:
i. Date and time,
ii. Temperature,
iii. Relative humidity,
iv. Test load,
v. Indication,
vi. Errors, and
vii. Functions performance.
b. Increase the temperature in the chamber to the specified high
temperature and a relative humidity of 85 percent. Maintain the EUT at
no load for a period of 2 days. Following the 2 days, repeat the tests
and record the test data as indicated in this A.3.2 Test Sequence
section.
c. Allow full recovery of the EUT before any other tests are
performed.
A.3.3 Power Voltage Variation
A.3.3.1 AC Power Supply
Test method: Variation in AC mains power supply (single phase).
Object of the test: To verify compliance with the applicable MPEs
under conditions of varying AC mains power supply.
Reference to standard: See section A.4 Bibliography (c).
Test procedure in brief: The test consists of subjecting the EUT to
AC mains power during a weighing operation consisting of the following:
For belt scales--while totalizing the [Sigma]min at the
maximum flow rate.
For platform, hanging, and automatic hopper scales--at no load and a
test load between 50 percent and 100 percent of weighing capacity.
Test severities: Mains voltage:
Upper limit U (nom) +10 percent.
Lower limit U (nom) -15 percent.
Number of test cycles: At least one cycle.
Maximum allowable variations:
a. All functions must operate correctly.
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b. All indications must be within MPEs specified in sections 2, 3,
or 4 of this appendix to part 679.
Conduct of the test:
Preconditioning: None required.
Test equipment:
a. Variable power source,
b. Calibrated voltmeter, and
c. Load cell simulator, if applicable.
Condition of EUT:
a. Normal power supplied and ``on'' for a time period equal to or
greater than the warm-up time specified by the manufacturer.
b. Adjust the EUT as close to a zero indication as practicable prior
to the test.
Test sequence:
a. Stabilize the power supply at nominal voltage 2
percent.
b. Conduct the tests specified in the test procedure in brief and
record the following data:
i. Date and time,
ii. Temperature,
iii. Relative humidity,
iv. Power supply voltage,
v. Test load,
vi. Indications,
vii. Errors, and
viii. Functions performance.
c. Reduce the power supply to -15 percent nominal.
d. Repeat the test and record the test data as indicated in this
A.3.3 Test Sequence section.
e. Increase the power supply to +10 percent nominal.
f. Repeat the test and record the test data as indicated in this
A.3.3 Test Sequence section.
g. Unload the EUT and decrease the power supply to nominal power
2 percent.
h. Repeat the test and record the test data as indicated in this
A.3.3 Test Sequence section.
Note: In case of three-phase power supply, the voltage variation
must apply for each phase successively. Frequency variation applies to
all phases simultaneously.
A.3.3.2 DC Power Supply
Under consideration.
A.3.4 Short Time Power Reduction
Test method: Short time interruptions and reductions in mains
voltage.
Object of the test: To verify compliance with the applicable
significant fault under conditions of short time mains voltage
interruptions and reductions.
Reference to standard: See section A.4 Bibliography (d) IEC
Publication 1000-4-11 (1994).
Test procedure in brief: The test consists of subjecting the EUT to
voltage interruptions from nominal voltage to zero voltage for a period
equal to 8-10 ms, and from nominal voltage to 50 percent of nominal for
a period equal to 16-20 ms. The mains voltage interruptions and
reductions must be repeated ten times with a time interval of at least
10 seconds. This test is conducted during a weighing operation
consisting of the following:
For belt scales--while totalizing at the maximum flow rate at least
the [Sigma]min (or a time sufficient to complete the test).
For platform, hanging, and automatic hopper scales--tested with one
small test load or simulated load.
Test severities: One hundred percent voltage interruption for a
period equal to 8-10 ms. Fifty percent voltage reduction for a period
equal to 16-20 ms.
Number of test cycles: Ten tests with a minimum of 10 seconds
between tests.
Maximum allowable variations: The difference between the weight
indication due to the disturbance and the indication without the
disturbance either must not exceed 1d or the EUT must detect and act
upon a significant fault.
Conduct of the Test:
Preconditioning: None required.
Test equipment:
a. A test generator suitable to reduce the amplitude of the AC
voltage from the mains. The test generator must be adjusted before
connecting the EUT.
b. Load cell simulator, if applicable.
Condition of EUT:
a. Normal power supplied and ``on'' for a time period equal to or
greater than the warm-up time specified by the manufacturer.
b. Adjust the EUT as close to zero indication as practicable prior
to the test.
Test sequence:
a. Stabilize all factors at nominal reference conditions.
b. Totalize as indicated in this A.3.4 Test Sequence section and
record the--
i. Date and time,
ii. Temperature,
iii. Relative humidity,
iv. Power supply voltage,
v. Test load,
vi. Indications,
vii. Errors, and
viii. Functions performance.
c. Interrupt the power supply to zero voltage for a period equal to
8-10 ms. During interruption observe the effect on the EUT and record,
as appropriate.
d. Repeat the steps four times in this A.3.4 Test Sequence section,
making sure that there is a 10 second interval between repetitions.
Observe the effect on the EUT.
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e. Reduce the power supply to 50 percent of nominal voltage for a
period equal to 16-20 ms. During reduction observe the effect on the EUT
and record, as appropriate.
f. Repeat the steps four times in this A.3.4 Test Sequence section,
making sure that there is a 10 second interval between repetitions.
Observe the effect on the EUT.
A.3.5 Bursts
Test method: Electrical bursts.
Object of the test: To verify compliance with the provisions in this
manual under conditions where electrical bursts are superimposed on the
mains voltage.
Reference to standard: See section A.4 Bibliography (e)
Test Procedure in brief:
The test consists of subjecting the EUT to bursts of double
exponential wave-form transient voltages. Each spike must have a rise in
time of 5 ns and a half amplitude duration of 50 ns. The burst length
must be 15 ms, the burst period (repetition time interval) must be 300
ms. This test is conducted during a weighing operation consisting of the
following:
For belt scales--while totalizing at the maximum flow rate at least
the [Sigma]min (or a time sufficient to complete the test).
For platform, hanging, and automatic hopper scales--tested with one
small test load or simulated load.
Test severities: Amplitude (peak value) 1000 V.
Number of test cycles: At least 10 positive and 10 negative randomly
phased bursts must be applied at 1000 V.
Maximum allowable variations: The difference between the indication
due to the disturbance and the indication without the disturbance either
must not exceed the values given in sections 2.2.1.1b., 3.2.1.1b., and
4.2.1.1b, of this appendix, or the EUT must detect and act upon a
significant fault.
Conduct of the test: Refer to the IEC Publication referenced in
section A.4 Bibliography (e) for detailed test procedures.
Supplementary information to the IEC test procedures:
Test equipment:
A burst generator having an output impedance of 50 ohms.
Test conditions:
The burst generator must be adjusted before connecting the EUT. The
bursts must be coupled to the EUT both on common mode and differential
mode interference.
Condition of EUT:
a. Normal power supplied and ``on'' for a time period equal to or
greater than the warm-up time specified by the manufacturer.
b. Adjust the EUT as close to a zero indication as practicable prior
to the test.
Test Sequence:
a. Stabilize all factors at nominal reference conditions.
b. Conduct the test as indicated in this A.3.5 Test Sequence section
and record the--
i. Date and time,
ii. Temperature,
iii. Relative humidity,
iv. Test load,
v. Indication,
vi. Errors, and
vii. Functions performance.
c. Subject the EUT to at least 10 positive and 10 negative randomly
phased bursts at the 1000 V mode. Observe the effect on the EUT and
record, as appropriate.
d. Stabilize all factors at nominal reference conditions.
e. Repeat the test and record the test data as indicated in this
A.3.5 Test Sequence section.
A.3.6 Electrostatic Discharge
Test method: Electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Object of the test: To verify compliance with the provisions of this
manual under conditions of electrostatic discharges.
Reference to standard: See section A.4 Bibliography (f)
Test procedure in brief:
A capacitor of 150 pF is charged by a suitable DC voltage source.
The capacitor is then discharged through the EUT by connecting one
terminal to ground (chassis) and the other via 150 ohms to surfaces
which are normally accessible to the operator. This test is conducted
during a weighing operation consisting of the following:
For belt scales--while totalizing at the maximum flow rate at least
the [Sigma]min (or a time sufficient to complete the test).
For platform, hanging, and automatic hopper scales--test with one
small test load or simulated load.
Test severities
Air Discharge: up to and including 8 kV.
Contact Discharge: up to and including 6 kV.
Number of test cycles: At least 10 discharges must be applied at
intervals of at least 10 seconds between discharges.
Maximum allowable variations:
The difference between the indication due to the disturbance and the
indication without the disturbance either must not exceed the values
indicated in sections 2.2.1.1 b., 3.2.1.1 b., and 4.2.1.1 b. of this
appendix, or the EUT must detect and act upon a significant fault.
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Conduct of the test: Refer to the IEC Publication mentioned in
section A.4 Bibliography (d) for detailed test procedures.
Supplementary information to the IEC test procedures.
Preconditioning: None required.
Condition of EUT:
a. The EUT without a ground terminal must be placed on a grounded
plate which projects beyond the EUT by at least 0.1 m on all sides. The
ground connection to the capacitor must be as short as possible.
b. Normal power supplied and ``on'' for a time period equal to or
greater than the warm-up time specified by the manufacturer. Power is to
be ``on'' for the duration of the test.
c. The EUT must be operating under standard atmospheric conditions
for testing.
d. Adjust the EUT as close to a zero indication as practicable prior
to the test.
Test sequence:
a. Stabilize all factors at nominal reference conditions.
b. Conduct test as indicated in this A.3.6 Test Sequence section and
record the--
i. Date and time,
ii. Temperature,
iii. Relative humidity,
iv. Power supply voltage,
v. Test load,
vi. Indication,
vii. Errors, and
viii. Functions performance.
c. Approach the EUT with the discharge electrode until discharge
occurs and then remove it before the next discharge. Observe the effect
of the discharge on the EUT and record, as appropriate.
d. Repeat the above step at least nine times, making sure to wait at
least 10 seconds between successive discharges. Observe the effect on
the EUT and record as appropriate.
e. Stabilize all factors at nominal reference conditions.
f. Repeat the test and record the test data as indicated in this
A.3.6 Test Sequence section.
A.3.7 Electromagnetic Susceptibility
Test method: Electromagnetic fields (radiated).
Object of the Test:
To verify compliance with the provisions in this manual under
conditions of electromagnetic fields.
Reference to standard: See section A.4 Bibliography (g).
Test procedure in brief:
a. The EUT is placed in an EMI chamber and tested under normal
atmospheric conditions. This test is first conducted at one load in a
static mode, and the frequencies at which susceptibility is evident are
noted. Then tests are conducted at the problem frequencies, if any,
during a weighing operation consisting of the following:
For belt scales--while totalizing at the maximum flow rate at least
the [Sigma]min (or a time sufficient to complete the test).
It is then exposed to electromagnetic field strengths as specified in
the Test severities in this section A.3.7 of this annex to appendix A of
this part.
For platform, hanging, and automatic hopper scales--tested with one
small test load.
b. The field strength can be generated in various ways:
i. The strip line is used at low frequencies (below 30 MHz or in
some cases 150 MHz) for small EUT's;
ii. The long wire is used at low frequencies (below 30 MHz) for
larger EUT's;
iii. Dipole antennas or antennas with circular polarization placed 1
m from the EUT are used at high frequencies.
c. Under exposure to electromagnetic fields the EUT is again tested
as indicated above.
Test severities: Frequency range: 26-1000 MHz.
Field strength: 3 V/m.
Modulation: 80 percent AM, 1 kHz sine wave.
Number of test cycles: Conduct test by continuously scanning the
specified frequency range while maintaining the field strength.
Maximum allowable variations: The difference between the indication
due to the disturbance and the indication without the disturbance either
must not exceed the values given in this manual, or the EUT must detect
and act upon a significant fault.
Conduct of the test: Refer to the IEC Publication referenced in
section A.4 Bibliography (g) for detailed information on test
procedures.
Supplementary information to the IEC test procedures.
Test conditions:
a. The specified field strength must be established prior to the
actual testing (without the EUT in the field). At least 1 m of all
external cables must be included in the exposure by stretching them
horizontally from the EUT.
b. The field strength must be generated in two orthogonal
polarizations and the frequency range scanned slowly. If antennas with
circular polarization, i.e., log-spiral or helical antennas, are used to
generate the electromagnetic field, a change in the position of the
antennas is not required. When the test is carried out in a shielded
enclosure to comply with international laws prohibiting interference to
radio communications, care needs to be taken to handle reflections from
the walls. Anechoic shielding might be necessary.
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Condition of EUT:
a. Normal power supplied and ``on'' for a time period equal to or
greater than the warm-up time specified by the manufacturer. Power is to
be ``on'' for the duration of the test. The EUT must be operating under
standard atmospheric conditions for testing.
b. Adjust the EUT as close to a zero indication as practicable prior
to the test.
Test sequence:
a. Stabilize all factors at nominal reference conditions.
b. Conduct the test as indicated in this A.3.7 Test Sequence section
and record the--
i. Date and time,
ii. Temperature,
iii. Relative humidity,
iv. Test load,
v. Indication,
vi. Errors, and
vii. Functions performance.
c. Following the IEC test procedures, expose the EUT at zero load to
the specified field strengths while slowly scanning the three indicated
frequency ranges.
d. Observe and record the effect on the EUT.
e. Repeat the test and observe and record the effect.
f. Stabilize all factors at nominal reference conditions.
g. Repeat the test and record the test data.
A.4 Bibliography
Below are references to Publications of the International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), where mention is made in the tests in
annex A to appendix A of this part.
a. IEC Publication 68-2-1 (1974): Basic environmental testing
procedures. Part 2: Tests, Test Ad: Cold, for heat dissipating equipment
under test (EUT), with gradual change of temperature.
IEC Publication 68-2-2 (1974): Basic environmental testing
procedures, Part 2: Tests, Test Bd: Dry heat, for heat dissipating
equipment under test (EUT) with gradual change of temperature.
IEC Publication 68-3-1 (1974): Background information, Section 1:
Cold and dry heat tests.
b. IEC Publication 68-2-56 (1988): Environmental testing, Part 2:
Tests, Test Cb: Damp heat, steady state. Primarily for equipment.
IEC Publication 68-2-28 (1980): Guidance for damp heat tests.
c. IEC Publication 1000-4-11 (1994): Electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques, Section 11. Voltage
dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests. Section
5.2 (Test levels--Voltage variation). Section 8.2.2 (Execution of the
test-voltage variation).
d. IEC Publication 1000-4-11 (1994): Electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques, Section 11: Voltage
dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests. Section
5.1 (Test levels--Voltage dips and short interruptions. Section 8.2.1
(Execution of the test-voltage dips and short interruptions) of the
maximum transit speed and the range of operating speeds.
e. IEC Publication 1000-4-4 (1995): Electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques--Section 4: Electrical
fast transient/burst immunity test. Basic EMC publication.
f. IEC Publication 1000-4-2 (1995): Electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques--Section 2:
Electrostatic discharge immunity test. Basic EMC Publication.
g. IEC Publication 1000-4-3 (1995): Electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques--Section 3: Radiated,
radio-frequency electromagnetic field immunity test.
[63 FR 5845, Feb. 4, 1998, as amended at 65 FR 33783, May 25, 2000]
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Figure 1 to Part 679--Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands
Statistical and Reporting Areas
[GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR15NO99.000
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b. Coordinates
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Code Description
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300 Russian waters. Those waters inside the Russian 200
mile limit as described in the current editions of
NOAA chart INT 813 Bering Sea (Southern Part) and
NOAA chart INT 814 Bering Sea (Northern Part).
400 Chukchi Sea. North of a diagonal line between 66
deg.00[min] N, 169 deg. 42.5[min] W (Cape Dezhneva,
Russia); and 65 deg.37.5[min] N, 168 deg.7.5[min] W
(Cape Prince of Wales, Alaska) and to the limits of
the U.S. EEZ as described in the current edition of
NOAA chart INT 814 Bering Sea (Northern Part).
508 South of 58 deg.00[min] N between the intersection
of 58 deg.00[min] N lat with the Alaska Peninsula
and 160 deg.00[min] W long.
509 South of 58 deg.00[min] N lat between 163
deg.00[min] W long and 165 deg.00[min] W long.
512 South of 58 deg.00[min] N lat, north of the Alaska
Peninsula between 160 deg.00[min] W long and 162
deg.00[min] W long.
513 Between 58 deg.00[min] N lat and 56 deg.30[min] N
lat, and between 165 deg.00[min] W long and 170
deg.00[min] W long.
514 North of 58 deg.00[min] N to the southern boundary
of the Chukchi Sea, area 400, and east of 170
deg.00[min] W long.
516 South of 58 deg.00[min] N lat, north of the Alaska
Peninsula, and between 162 deg.00[min] and 163
deg.00[min] W long.
517 South of 56 deg.30[min] N lat, between 165
deg.00[min] W long and 170 deg.00[min] W long; and
north of straight lines between
54 deg.30[min] N lat, 165 deg.00[min] W long,
54 deg.30[min] N lat, 167 deg.00[min] W long,
and
55 deg.46[min] N lat, 170 deg.00[min] W long.
518 Bogoslof District: South of a straight line between
55 deg.46[min] N lat, 170 deg.00[min] W long and 54
deg.30[min] N lat, 167 deg.00[min] W long, and
between 167 deg.00[min] W long and 170 deg.00[min]
W long, and north of the Aleutian Islands and
straight lines between the islands connecting the
following coordinates in the order listed:
52 deg.49.18[min] N, 169 deg.40.47[min] W,
52 deg.49.24[min] N, 169 deg.07.10[min] W,
53 deg.23.13[min] N, 167 deg.50.50[min] W,
53 deg.18.95[min] N, 167 deg.51.06[min] W.
519 South of a straight line between 54 deg.30[min] N
lat, 167 deg.00[min] W long and 54 deg.30[min] N
lat, 164 deg.54[min] W long; east of 167
deg.00[min] W long; west of Unimak Island; and
north of the Aleutian Islands and straight lines
between the islands connecting the following
coordinates in the order listed:
53 deg.58.97[min] N, 166 deg.16.50[min] W,
54 deg.02.69[min] N, 166 deg.02.93[min] W,
54 deg.07.69[min] N, 165 deg.39.74[min] W,
54 deg.08.40[min] N, 165 deg.38.29[min] W,
54 deg.11.71[min] N, 165 deg.23.09[min] W,
54 deg.23.74[min] N, 164 deg.44.73[min] W.
521 The area bounded by straight lines connecting the
following coordinates in the order listed:
55 deg.46[min] N, 170 deg.00[min] W,
59 deg.25[min] N, 179 deg.20[min] W,
60 deg.00[min] N, 179 deg.20[min] W,
60 deg.00[min] N, 171 deg.00[min] W,
58 deg.00[min] N, 171 deg.00[min] W,
58 deg.00[min] N, 170 deg.00[min] W,
55 deg.46[min] N, 170 deg.00[min] W.
523 The area bounded by straight lines connecting the
following coordinates in the order listed:
59 deg.25[min] N, 179 deg.20[min] W,
55 deg.46[min] N, 170 deg.00[min] W,
55 deg.00[min] N, 170 deg.00[min] W,
55 deg.00[min] N, 180 deg.00[min] W,
and north to the limits of the US EEZ as described
in the current edition of NOAA chart INT 813 Bering
Sea (Southern Part).
524 The area west of 170 deg.00[min] W bounded south by
straight lines connecting the following coordinates
in the order listed:
58 deg.00[min] N, 170 deg.00[min] W,
58 deg.00[min] N, 171 deg.00[min] W,
60 deg.00[min] N, 171 deg.00[min] W,
60 deg.00[min] N, 179 deg.20[min] W,
59 deg.25[min] N, 179 deg.20[min] W,
and to the limits of the US EEZ as described in the
current edition of NOAA chart INT 813 Bering Sea
(Southern Part).
530 The area north of 55 deg.00 N lat and west of 180
deg.00 W long to the limits of the US EEZ as
described in the current edition of NOAA chart INT
813 Bering Sea (Southern Part).
541 Eastern Aleutian District. The area south of 55
deg.00[min] N lat, west of 170 deg.00[min] W long,
and east of 177 deg.00[min] W long and bounded on
the south by the limits of the US EEZ as described
in the current editions of NOAA chart INT 813
Bering Sea (Southern Part) and NOAA chart 530 (San
Diego to Aleutian Islands and Hawaiian Islands).
542 Central Aleutian District. The area south of 55
deg.00[min] N lat, west of 177 deg.00[min] W long,
and east of 177 deg.00[min] E long and bounded on
the south by the limits of the US EEZ as described
in the current editions of NOAA chart INT 813
Bering Sea (Southern Part) and NOAA chart 530 (San
Diego to Aleutian Islands and Hawaiian Islands).
543 Western Aleutian District. The area south of 55
deg.00[min] N lat and west of 177 deg.00[min] E
long, and bounded on the south and west by the
limits of the US EEZ as described in the current
editions of NOAA chart INT 813 Bering Sea (Southern
Part) and NOAA chart 530 (San Diego to Aleutian
Islands and Hawaiian Islands).
550 Donut Hole. International waters of the Bering Sea
outside the limits of the EEZ and Russian economic
zone as depicted on the current edition of NOAA
chart INT 813 Bering Sea (Southern Part).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Note: A statistical area is the part of a reporting area contained in
the EEZ.
[64 FR 61983, Nov. 15, 1999; 65 FR 25290, May 1, 2000]
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Figure 2 to Part 679--BSAI Catcher Vessel Operational Area
[GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR15NO99.001
[64 FR 61985, Nov. 15, 1999]
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Figure 3 to Part 679--Gulf of Alaska Statistical and
Reporting
[GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR15NO99.002
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b. Coordinates
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Code Description
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610 Western GOA Regulatory Area, Shumagin District.
Along the south side of the Aleutian Islands,
including those waters south of Nichols Point (54
deg.51'30'' N lat) near False Pass, and straight
lines between the islands and the Alaska Peninsula
connecting the following coordinates in the order
listed:
52 deg.49.18' N, 169 deg.40.47' W;
52 deg.49.24' N, 169 deg.07.10' W;
53 deg.23.13' N, 167 deg.50.50' W;
53 deg.18.95' N, 167 deg.51.06' W;
53 deg.58.97' N, 166 deg.16.50' W;
54 deg.02.69' N, 166 deg.02.93' W;
54 deg.07.69' N, 165 deg.39.74' W;
54 deg.08.40' N, 165 deg.38.29' W;
54 deg.11.71' N, 165 deg.23.09' W;
54 deg.23.74' N, 164 deg.44.73' W; and
southward to the limits of the US EEZ as described
in the current editions of NOAA chart INT 813
(Bering Sea, Southern Part) and NOAA chart 500
(West Coast of North America, Dixon Entrance to
Unimak Pass), between 170 deg.00' W long and 159
deg.00' W long.
620 Central GOA Regulatory Area, Chirikof District.
Along the south side of the Alaska Peninsula,
between 159 deg.00' W long and 154 deg.00' W long,
and southward to the limits of the US EEZ as
described in the current edition of NOAA chart 500
(West Coast of North America, Dixon Entrance to
Unimak Pass).
630 Central GOA Regulatory Area, Kodiak District. Along
the south side of continental Alaska, between 154
deg.00' W long and 147 deg.00' W long, and
southward to the limits of the US EEZ as described
in the current edition of NOAA chart 500 (West
Coast of North America, Dixon Entrance to Unimak
Pass). Excluding area 649.
640 Eastern GOA Regulatory Area, West Yakutat District.
Along the south side of continental Alaska, between
147 deg.00' W long and 140 deg.00' W long, and
southward to the limits of the US EEZ, as described
in the current edition of NOAA chart 500 (West
Coast of North America, Dixon Entrance to Unimak
Pass). Excluding area 649.
649 Prince William Sound. Includes those waters of the
State of Alaska inside the base line as specified
in Alaska State regulations at 5 AAC 28.200.
650 Eastern GOA Regulatory Area, Southeast Outside
District. East of 140 deg.00' W long and southward
to the limits of the US EEZ as described in the
current edition of NOAA chart 500 (West Coast of
North America, Dixon Entrance to Unimak Pass).
Excluding area 659.
659 Eastern GOA Regulatory Area, Southeast Inside
District. As specified in Alaska State regulations
at 5AAC 28.105 (a)(1) and (2).
690 GOA outside the U.S. EEZas described in the current
editions of NOAA chart INT 813 (Bering Sea,
Southern Part) and NOAA chart 500 (West Coast of
North America, Dixon Entrance to Unimak Pass).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
NOTE: A statistical area is the part of a reporting area contained in
the EEZ.
[64 FR 61987, Nov. 15, 1999; 65 FR 25291, May 1, 2000, as amended at 67
FR 4134, Jan. 28, 2002]
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Figure 4 to Part 679--BSAI Herring Savings Areas in the BSAI
[GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR15NO99.003
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b. Coordinates
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Name Description and effective date
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Summer Herring Savings Area 1..... That part of the Bering Sea subarea
that is south of 57 deg. N lat and
between 162 deg. and 164 deg. W
long from 1200 hours, A.l.t., June
15 through 1200 hours, A.l.t. July
1 of a fishing year.
Summer Herring Savings Area 2..... That part of the Bering Sea subarea
that is south of 56
deg.30[min][min] N lat and between
164 deg. and 167 deg. W long from
1200 hours, A.l.t., July 1 through
1200 hours, A.l.t. August 15 of a
fishing year.
Winter Herring Savings Area....... That part of the Bering Sea subarea
that is between 58 deg. and 60 deg.
N lat and between 172 deg. and 175
deg. W long from 1200 hours, A.l.t.
September 1 of the current fishing
year through 1200 hours, A.l.t.
March 1 of the succeeding fishing
year.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
[64 FR 61989, Nov. 15, 1999]
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Figure 5 to Part 679--Kodiak Island Areas Closed to Non-
Pelagic Trawl Gear
[GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR15NO99.004
b. Coordinates
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Name and description of reference area North latitude/West longitude Reference point
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Alitak Flats and Towers Areas
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All waters of Alitak Flats and the Towers Areas enclosed by a line connecting the
following 7 points in the order listed:
a 56 deg.59[min]4[sec] 154 Low Cape.
deg.31[min]1[sec]
b 57 deg.00[min]0[sec] 155
deg.00[min]0[sec]
c 56 deg.17[min]0[sec] 155
deg.00[min]0[sec]
d 56 deg.17[min]0[sec] 153
deg.52[min]0[sec]
e 56 deg.33[min]5[sec] 153 Cape Sitkinak.
deg.52[min]0[sec]
f 56 deg.54[min]5[sec] 153 East point of Twoheaded
deg.32[min]5[sec] Island.
g 56 deg.56[min]0[sec] 153 Kodiak Island, thence,
deg.35[min]5[sec] along the coastline of
Kodiak Island until
intersection of Low
Cape.
a 56 deg.59[min]4[sec] 154 Low Cape.
deg.31[min]1[sec]
Marmot Flats Area
All waters enclosed by a line connecting the following five points in the clockwise
order listed:
a 58 deg.00[min]0[sec] 152
deg.30[min]0[sec]
b 58 deg.00[min]0[sec] 151
deg.47[min]0[sec]
c 57 deg.37[min]0[sec] 151
deg.47[min]0[sec]
d 57 deg.37[min]0[sec] 152 Cape Chiniak, then
deg.10[min]1[sec] along the coastline of
Kodiak Island to North
Cape.
e 57 deg.54[min]5[sec] 152
deg.30[min]0[sec]
a 58 deg.00[min]0[sec] 152
deg.30[min]0[sec]
Chirikof Island Area
All waters surrounding Chirikof Island enclosed by a line connecting the following four
points in the counter-clockwise order listed:
a 56 deg.07[min]0[sec] 155
deg.13[min]0[sec]
b 56 deg.07[min]0[sec] 156
deg.00[min]0[sec]
c 55 deg.41[min]0[sec] 156
deg.00[min]0[sec]
d 55 deg.41[min]0[sec] 155
deg.13[min]0[sec]
a 56 deg.07[min]0[sec] 155
deg.13[min]0[sec]
Barnabas Area
All waters enclosed by a line connecting the following six points in the counter
clockwise order listed:
a 57 deg.00[min]0[sec] 153 Black Point.
deg.18[min]0[sec]
b 56 deg.56[min]0[sec] 153
deg.09[min]0[sec]
c 57 deg.22[min]0[sec] 152 South Tip of Ugak
deg.18[min]5[sec] Island.
d 57 deg.23[min]5[sec] 152 North Tip of Ugak
deg.17[min]5[sec] Island.
e 57 deg.25[min]3[sec] 152 Narrow Cape, thence,
f deg.20[min]0[sec] along the coastline of
a 57 deg.04[min]2[sec] 153 Kodiak Island Cape
deg.30[min]0[sec] Kasick to Black Point,
57 deg.00[min]0[sec] 153 including inshore
deg.18[min]0[sec] waters.
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Figure 6 to Part 679--Length Overall of a Vessel
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Figure 7 to Part 679--Location of Trawl Gear Test Areas in
the GOA and the BSAI
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[64 FR 61992, Nov. 15, 1999]
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Figure 8 to Part 679--Chinook Salmon Savings Areas of the
BSAI
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b. Coordinates
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Figure 9 to Part 679--Chum Savings Area (CSSA) of the CVOA
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b. Coordinates
The CSSA is an area defined as that portion of the Bering Sea
Subarea described by straight lines connecting the following coordinates
in the order listed:
56 deg.00[min] N. lat. 167 deg.00[min] W. long.
56 deg.00[min] N. lat. 165 deg.00[min] W. long.
55 deg.30[min] N. lat. 165 deg.00[min] W. long.
55 deg.30[min] N. lat. 164 deg.00[min] W. long.
55 deg.00[min] N. lat. 164 deg.00[min] W. long.
55 deg.00[min] N. lat. 167 deg.00[min] W. long.
56 deg.00[min] N. lat. 167 deg.00[min] W. long.
[64 FR 61995, Nov. 15, 1999]
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Figure 10 to Part 679--Pribilof Islands Area Habitat
Conservation Zone in the Bering Sea
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Figure 11 to Part 679--Red King Crab Savings Area (RKCSA)
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Figure 12 to Part 679--Nearshore Bristol Bay Trawl Closure
Area
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Figure 13 to Part 679--BSAI C. Opilio Tanner Crab Bycatch
Limitations Zone
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b. Coordinates
The COBLZ is an area defined as that portion of the Bering Sea
Subarea north of 56 deg.30[min] N. lat. that is west of a line
connecting the following coordinates in the order listed:
56 deg. 30[min] N. lat., 165 deg. 00[min] W. long.
58 deg. 00[min] N. lat., 165 deg. 00[min] W. long.
59 deg. 30[min] N. lat., 170 deg. 00[min] W. long.
and north along 170 deg. 00[min] W. long. to its intersection with the
U.S.-Russia Boundary.
[64 FR 62000, Nov. 15, 2000]
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Figure 14 to Part 679--Sablefish Regulatory Areas
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Figure 15 to Part 679--Regulatory Areas for the Pacific
Halibut Fishery
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b. Coordinates
Area 2A includes all waters off the states of California, Oregon,
and Washington;
Area 2B includes all waters off British Columbia;
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Area 2C includes all waters off Alaska that are east of a line
running 340 deg. true from Cape Spencer Light (58 deg.11[min]57[sec] N.
lat., 136 deg.38[min]18[sec] W. long.) and south and east of a line
running 205 deg. true from said light;
Area 3A includes all waters between Area 2C and a line extending
from the most northerly point on Cape Aklek (57 deg.41[min]15[sec] N.
lat., 155 deg.35[min]00[sec] W. long.) to Cape Ikolik
(57 deg.17[min]17[sec] N. lat., 154 deg.47[min]18[sec] W. long.), then
along the Kodiak Island coastline to Cape Trinity (56 deg.44[min]50[sec]
N. lat., 154 deg.08[min]44[sec] W. long.), then 140 deg. true;
Area 3B includes all waters between Area 3A and a line extending
150 deg. true from Cape Lutke (54 deg.29[min]00[sec] N. lat.,
164 deg.20[min]00[sec] W. long.) and south of 54 deg.49[min]00[sec] N.
lat. in Isanotski Strait;
Area 4A includes all waters in the GOA west of Area 3B and in the
Bering Sea west of the closed area defined below that are east of
172 deg.00[min]00[sec] W. long. and south of 56 deg.20[min]00[sec] N.
lat.;
Area 4B includes all waters in the Bering Sea and the GOA west of
Area 4A and south of 56 deg.20[min]00[sec] N. lat.;
Area 4C includes all waters in the Bering Sea north of Area 4A and
north of the closed area defined below which are east of
171 deg.00[min]00[sec] W. long., south of 58 deg.00[min]00[sec] N. lat.,
and west of 168 deg.00[min]00[sec] W. long.;
Area 4D includes all waters in the Bering Sea north of Areas 4A and
4B, north and west of Area 4C, and west of 168 deg.00[min]00[sec] W.
long.;
Area 4E includes all waters in the Bering Sea north and east of the
closed area defined below, east of 168 deg.00[min]00[sec] W. long., and
south of 65 deg.34[min]00[sec] N. lat.
Closed areas
All waters in the Bering Sea north of 54 deg.49[min]00[sec] N. lat.
in Isanotski Strait that are enclosed by a line from Cape Sarichef Light
(54 deg.36[min]00[sec] N. lat., 164 deg.55[min]42[sec] W. long.) to a
point at 56 deg.20[min]00[sec] N. lat., 168 deg.30[min]00 W. long.;
thence to a point at 58 deg.21[min]25[sec] N. lat.,
163 deg.00[min]00[sec] W. long.; thence to Strogonof Point
(56 deg.53[min]18[sec] N. lat., 158 deg.50[min]37[sec] W. long.); and
then along the northern coasts of the Alaska Peninsula and Unimak Island
to the point of origin at Cape Sarichef Light.
In Area 2A, all waters north of Point Chehalis, WA
(46 deg.53[min]18[sec] N. lat.).
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Figure 16 to Part 679--BSAI C. opilio and C. bairdi tanner
crab endorsement areas
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Figure 17 to Part 679--BSAI King crab endorsement areas
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b. Coordinates
1. Norton Sound Red King Crab and Blue King Crab Area
Area defined by a northern boundary of 65 deg.36[min] N. lat., along
the east side of continental Alaska, a southern boundary of
61 deg.49[min] N. lat., and a western boundary of 168 deg. W. long.
2. St. Matthew Blue King Crab Area
Area defined by a northern boundary of 61 deg.49[min] N. lat., along
the east side of continental Alaska, a southern boundary of
58 deg.39[min] N. lat., and a western boundary of the U.S.-Russian
Convention Line of 1867.
3. Pribilof Red King Crab and Blue King Crab Area
Area defined by a northern boundary of 58 deg.39[min] N. lat., an
eastern boundary of 168 deg. W. long. south to 54 deg.36[min] N. lat.,
then westward to (54 deg.36[min] N. lat., 171 deg. W. long.), then north
to (55 deg.30[min] N. lat., 171 deg. W. long.), then westward to the
western boundary of the U.S.-Russian Convention Line of 1867.
4. Bristol Bay Red King Crab Area
Area defined by a northern boundary of 58 deg.39[min] N. lat., along
the east side of continental Alaska, a southern boundary of
54 deg.36[min] N. lat., and a western boundary of 168 deg. W. long. and
including all waters of Bristol Bay.
5. Aleutian Islands Brown King Crab and Red King Crab Area
Area defined by a northern boundary of 55 deg.30[min] N. lat.
eastward to 171 deg. W. long., then south to Cape Sarichef
(54 deg.36[min] N. lat., 171 deg. W. long.), then east to Scotch Cap
Light (54 deg.36[min] N. lat., 164 deg.44[min] W. long.), bounded on the
south by the limits of the US EEZ as described in the current editions
of NOAA chart INT 813 Bering Sea (Southern Part) and NOAA chart 530 (San
Diego to Aleutian Islands and Hawaiian Islands), and a western boundary
of the U.S.-Russian Convention Line of 1867.
[64 FR 62006, Nov. 15, 1999]
Figure 18 to Part 679--Sitka Pinnacles Marine Reserve
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b. Coordinates
An area totaling 2.5 square nm off Cape Edgecumbe, defined by
straight lines connecting the following points in a counterclockwise
manner:
56 deg.55.5'N lat., 135 deg.54.0'W long;
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56 deg.57.0[min]N lat., 135 deg.54.0[min]W long;
56 deg.57.0[min]N lat., 135 deg.57.0[min]W long;
56 deg.55.5[min]N lat., 135 deg.57.0[min]W long.
[65 FR 67308, Nov. 9, 2000]
Figure 19 to Part 679-- Shelikof Strait Conservation Area
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[67 FR 4134, Jan. 28, 2002]
Figure 20 to Part 679--Steller sea lion conservation area (SCA) of the
Bering Sea
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[67 FR 4134, Jan. 28, 2002]
Table 1 to Part 679--Product and Delivery Codes
(These codes describe the condition of the fish at the point it is
weighed and recorded)
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Product Description Code
------------------------------------------------------------------------
GENERAL USE CODES*
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Belly flaps. Flesh in region of pelvic and pectoral fins and 19
behind head. (ancillary only)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bled only. Throat, or isthmus, slit to allow blood to drain. 03
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bled fish destined for fish meal (includes offsite production) 42
DO NOT RECORD ON PTR.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bones (if meal, report as 32) (ancillary only). 39
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Butterfly, no backbone. Head removed, belly slit, viscera and 37
most of backbone removed; fillets attached.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cheeks. Muscles on sides of head (ancillary only) 17
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Chins. Lower jaw (mandible), muscles, and flesh (ancillary 18
only)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fillets, deep-skin. Meat with skin, adjacent meat with silver 24
lining, and ribs removed from sides of body behind head and in
front of tail, resulting in thin fillets.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fillets, skinless/boneless. Meat with both skin and ribs 23
removed, from sides of body behind head and in front of tail.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fillets with ribs, no skin. Meat with ribs with skin removed, 22
from sides of body behind head and in front of tail.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fillets with skin and ribs. Meat and skin with ribs attached, 20
from sides of body behind head and in front of tail.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fillets with skin, no ribs. Meat and skin with ribs removed, 21
from sides of body behind head and in front of tail.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fish meal. Meal from whole fish or fish parts; includes bone 32
meal.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fish oil. Rendered oil from whole fish or fish parts. Record 33
only oil destined for sale and not oil stored or burned for
fuel onboard.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gutted, head on. Belly slit and viscera removed. 04
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Head and gutted, with roe. 06
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Headed and gutted, Western cut. Head removed just in front of 07
the collar bone, and viscera removed.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Headed and gutted, Eastern cut. Head removed just behind the 08
collar bone, and viscera removed.
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Headed and gutted, tail removed. Head removed usually in front 10
of collar bone, and viscera and tail removed.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Heads. Heads only, regardless where severed from body 16
(ancillary only).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kirimi (Steak) Head removed either in front or behind the 11
collar bone, viscera removed, and tail removed by cuts
perpendicular to the spine, resulting in a steak.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mantles, octopus or squid. Flesh after removal of viscera and 36
arms.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Milt. (in sacs, or testes) (ancillary only). 34
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Minced. Ground flesh. 31
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Other retained product. If product is not listed on this table, 97
enter code 97 and write a description with product recovery
rate next to it in parentheses.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Pectoral girdle. Collar bone and associated bones, cartilage 15
and flesh.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Roe. Eggs, either loose or in sacs, or skeins (ancillary only). 14
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Salted and split. Head removed, belly slit, viscera removed, 12
fillets cut from head to tail but remaining attached near
tail. Product salted.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Stomachs. Includes all internal organs (ancillary only) 35
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Surimi. Paste from fish flesh and additives 30
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Whole fish/meal. Whole fish destined for meal (includes offsite 41\1\
production.) DO NOT RECORD ON PTR.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Whole fish/food fish. 01\1\
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Whole fish/bait. Processed for bait. Sold 02
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Wings. On skates, side fins are cut off next to body. 13
------------------------------------------------------------------------
DISCARD/DISPOSITION CODES
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Whole fish/donated prohibited species. Number of Pacific salmon 86
or Pacific halibut, otherwise required to be discarded, that
is donated to charity under a NMFS-authorized program.
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Whole fish/onboard bait. Whole fish used as bait on board 92\1\
vessel. Not sold.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Whole fish/damaged. Whole fish damaged by observer's sampling 93\1\
procedures.
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Whole fish/personal use, consumption. Fish or fish products 95\1\
eaten on board or taken off the vessel for personal use. Not
sold or utilized as bait
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Whole fish, discard, at sea. Whole groundfish and prohibited 98
species discarded by catcher vessels, catcher/processors,
motherships, or vessel buying stations. DO NOT RECORD ON PTR.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Whole fish, discard, infested. Flea-infested fish, parasite- 88
infested fish.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Whole fish, discard, decomposed. Decomposed or previously 89
discarded fish
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Whole fish, discard, onshore. Discard after delivery and before 99
processing by shoreside processors, stationary floating
processors and buying stations and in-plant discard of whole
ground-fish and prohibited species during processing. DO NOT
RECORD ON PTR.
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PRODUCT DESIGNATION CODES
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ancillary product. A product, such as meal, heads, internal A
organs, pectoral girdles, or any other product that may be
made from the same fish as the primary product.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Primary product. A product, such as fillets, made from each P
fish, with the highest recovery rate.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Reprocessed or rehandled product. A product, such as meal, that R
results from processing a previously reported product or from
rehandling a previously reported product.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
PACIFIC HALIBUT IFQ & CDQ CODES The following codes are
authorized for IFQ and CDQ reporting of Pacific halibut.
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Gutted, head off. Belly slit and viscera removed. Pacific 05
halibut only.
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Gutted, head on. Belly slit and viscera removed. Pacific 04
halibut.
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The following codes are effective through December 31, 2001.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Whole fish/food fish with ice & slime. Sablefish only. 51
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gutted, head on. Belly slit and viscera removed. Pacific 54
halibut and sablefish.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gutted, head off, with ice & slime. Belly slit and viscera 55
removed. Pacific halibut only.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Headed and gutted, Western cut, with ice & slime. Sablefish 57
only.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Headed and gutted, Eastern cut, with ice & slime. Sablefish 58
only.
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\1\ When using whole fish codes, record round weights not product
weights, even if the whole fish is not used.
[67 FR 4137, Jan. 28, 2002]
Table 2 to Part 679--Species Codes for FMP Species and non-
FMP Species
(Codes without asterisks are FMP species--Federal groundfish or
Prohibited Species in groundfish fisheries--that must be recorded in R&R
systems)
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Species description Code
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Atka mackerel (greenling)...................................... 193
FLOUNDER
Arrowtooth and/or Kamchatka.................................. 121
Starry....................................................... 129
Alaska Plaice................................................ 133
Octopus........................................................ 870
Pacific Cod.................................................... 110
Pollock........................................................ 270
ROCKFISH
Aurora....................................................... 185
Black (BSAI)................................................. 142
Blackgill.................................................... 177
Bocaccio..................................................... 137
Canary....................................................... 146
Chilipepper.................................................. 178
China........................................................ 149
Copper....................................................... 138
Darkblotched................................................. 159
Dusky........................................................ 154
Greenstriped................................................. 135
Harlequin.................................................... 176
Northern..................................................... 136
Pacific Ocean Perch (S. alutus only)......................... 141
Pygmy........................................................ 179
Quillback.................................................... 147
Redbanded.................................................... 153
Redstripe.................................................... 158
Rosethorn.................................................... 150
Rougheye S. Aleutianus....................................... 151
Sharpchin.................................................... 166
Shortbelly................................................... 181
Shortraker (S. Borealis)..................................... 152
Silvergray................................................... 157
Splitnose.................................................... 182
Stripetail................................................... 183
Thornyhead (all Sebastolobus species)........................ 143
Tiger........................................................ 148
Vermilion.................................................... 184
Widow........................................................ 156
Yelloweye.................................................... 145
Yellowmouth.................................................. 175
Yellowtail................................................... 155
Sablefish (blackcod)........................................... 710
Sculpins....................................................... 160
SHARKS
general...................................................... 689
Pacific sleeper.............................................. 692
salmon....................................................... 690
spiny dogfish................................................ 691
Skate, longnose................................................ 701
Skates, general................................................ 700
SOLE
Butter....................................................... 126
Dover........................................................ 124
English...................................................... 128
Flathead..................................................... 122
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Petrale...................................................... 131
Rex.......................................................... 125
Rock......................................................... 123
Sand......................................................... 132
Yellowfin.................................................... 127
Squid.......................................................... 875
Turbot, Greenland.............................................. 134
FORAGE FISH (all species of the following families)
Bristlemouths, lightfishes, and anglemouths (family 209
Gonostomatidae).............................................
Capelin smelt (family Osmeridae)............................. 516
Deep-sea smelts (family Bathylagidae)........................ 773
Eulachon smelt (family Osmeridae)............................ 511
Gunnels (family Pholidae).................................... 207
Krill (order Euphausiacea)................................... 800
Laternfishes (family Myctophidae)............................ 772
Pacific herring (family Clupeidae)........................... 235
Pacific Sand fish (family Trichodontidae).................... 206
Pacific Sand lance (family Ammodytidae)...................... 774
Pricklebacks, war-bonnets, eelblennys, cockscombs and Shannys 208
(family Stichaeidae)........................................
Surf smelt (family Osmeridae)................................ 515
GROUP CODES (DO NOT USE FOR SORTING SPECIES. Do not record on
ADF&G fish tickets).
Demersal shelf rockfish (china, copper, quillback, rosethorn, 168
tiger, yellow-eye, canary)..................................
Miscellaneous flatfish (all flatfish without separate codes). 120
Pelagic shelf rockfish (dusky, yellowtail, widow)............ 169
Shortraker/rougheye rockfish................................. 171
Slope rockfish (aurora, blackgill, Bocaccio, redstripe, 144
silvergray, chili-pepper, dark-blotched, green-striped,
harlequin, pygmy, redbanded, shortbelly, split-nose,
stripetail, vermillion, yellowmouth, sharpchin).............
PROHIBITED SPECIES CODES
CRAB...........................................................
Red king..................................................... 921
Blue king.................................................... 922
Gold/brown king.............................................. 923
Scarlet king................................................. 924
Bairdi tanner................................................ 931
Opilio Tanner................................................ 932
Tanner, grooved.............................................. 933
Tanner, triangle............................................. 934
Pacific halibut.............................................. 200
Pacific herring (family Clupeidae)........................... 230
SALMON
Chinook...................................................... 410
Sockeye...................................................... 420
Coho......................................................... 430
Pink......................................................... 440
Chum......................................................... 450
Steelhead trout.............................................. 540
Additional *non-FMP CODES (*These species codes may be recorded
in NMFS logbooks and reports but are not required by
regulations of this part.)
Abalone...................................................... 860
Albacore..................................................... 720
Arctic char, anadromous..................................... 521*
CLAMS
Butter....................................................... 810*
Cockle....................................................... 820*
Eastern softshell............................................ 842*
Geoduck...................................................... 815*
Little-neck.................................................. 840*
Razor........................................................ 830*
Surf......................................................... 812*
Coral.......................................................... 899*
CRAB
Box.......................................................... 900*
Dungeness.................................................... 910
Korean horsehair............................................. 940*
Multispine................................................... 951*
Verrilli..................................................... 953*
Dolly varden, anadromous..................................... 531*
Eels or eel-like fish........................................ 210*
Giant grenadier.............................................. 214*
Greenling, kelp.............................................. 194*
Greenling, rock.............................................. 191*
Greenling, whitespot......................................... 192*
Grenadier (rattail).......................................... 213*
Jellyfish.................................................... 625*
Lamprey, pacific............................................. 600*
Lingcod...................................................... 130*
Lumpsucker................................................... 216*
Mussel, blue................................................. 855*
Pacific flatnose............................................. 260*
Pacific hagfish.............................................. 212*
Pacific saury................................................ 220*
Pacific tomcod............................................... 250*
Prowfish..................................................... 215*
Rockfish, black.............................................. 142*
Rockfish, blue............................................... 167*
Sardine, Pacific (pilchard).................................. 170*
Scallop, weathervane......................................... 850*
Scallop, pink (or calico).................................... 851*
Sea cucumber................................................. 895*
Sea urchin, green............................................ 893*
Sea urchin, red.............................................. 892*
Shad......................................................... 180*
SHRIMP
Pink......................................................... 961*
Sidestripe................................................... 962*
Humpy........................................................ 963*
Coonstripe................................................... 964*
Spot......................................................... 965*
Skilfish..................................................... 715*
Smelt, surf.................................................. 515*
Snails....................................................... 890*
Sturgeon, general............................................ 680*
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[67 FR 4137, Jan. 28, 2002]
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Table 3 to Part 679--Product Recovery Rates for Groundfish
Species and Conversion Rates for Pacific Halibut
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[67 FR 4137, Jan. 28, 2002, as amended at 67 FR 46024, July 11, 2002]
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Table 4 to Part 679--Bering Sea Subarea Steller Sea Lion
Protection Areas
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From To
Island ---------------------------------------------------------------
Latitude Longitude Latitude Longitude
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3-nm NO TRANSIT ZONES described at part 223.202 of this title
a. Year-round Trawl Closures (Trawling Prohibited Within 10 nm).
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sea Lion Rocks.................................. 55 deg.28.0[mi 163 deg.12.0[m
n] N in] W
Ugamak Island................................... 54 deg.14.0[mi 164 deg.48.0[m 54 deg.13.0[mi 164 deg.48.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Akun Island..................................... 54 deg.18.0[mi 165 deg.32.5[m 54 deg.18.0[mi 165 deg.31.5[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Akutan Island................................... 54 deg.03.5[mi 166 deg.00.0[m 54 deg.05.5[mi 166 deg.05.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Bogoslof Island................................. 53 deg.56.0[mi 168 deg.02.0[m
n] N in] W
Ogchul Island................................... 53 deg.00.0[mi 168 deg.24.0[m
n] N in] W
Adugak Island................................... 52 deg.55.0[mi 169 deg.10.5[m
n] N in] W
Walrus Island................................... 57 deg.11.0[mi 169 deg.56.0[m
n] N in] W
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b. Seasonal Trawl Closures (During January 1 through April 15, or a date earlier than April 15, if adjusted
under part 679, Trawling Prohibited Within 20 nm).
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Sea Lion Rocks.................................. 55 deg.28.0[mi 163 deg.12.0[m
n] N in] W
Akun Island..................................... 54 deg.18.0[mi 165 deg.32.5[m 54 deg.18.0[mi 165 deg.31.5[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Akutan Island................................... 54 deg.03.5[mi 166 deg.00.0[m 54 deg.05.5[mi 166 deg.05.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Ugamak Island................................... 54 deg.14.0[mi 164 deg.48.0[m 54 deg.13.0[mi 164 deg.48.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Seguam Island................................... 52 deg.21.0[mi 172 deg.35.0[m 52 deg.21.0[mi 172 deg.33.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Agligadak Island................................ 52 deg.06.5[mi 172 deg.54.0[m
n] N in] W
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Note: The bounds of each rookery extend in a clockwise direction from the first set of geographic coordinates,
along the shoreline at mean lower low water, to the second set of coordinates; if only one set of geographic
coordinates is listed, the rookery extends around the entire shoreline of the island at mean lower low water.
[61 FR 31230, June 19, 1996, as amended at 64 FR 14077, Mar. 23, 1999]
Effective Date Note: At 67 FR 1005, Jan. 8, 2002, Table 4 to part
679 was suspended, effective Jan. 1, 2002 until July 8, 2002. At 67 FR
34860, May 16, 2002, the effective date was extended through Dec. 31,
2002.
Table 5 to Part 679--Aleutian Islands Subarea Steller Sea
Lion Protection Areas
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From To
Name of island --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Latitude Longitude Latitude Longitude
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3-nm NO TRANSIT ZONES described at Sec. 227.12(a)(2) of this title
a. Trawling Prohibited Year-
Round Within 10 nm:
Yunaska Island............. 52 deg.42.0[min] N 170 deg.38.5[min] 52 deg.41.0[min] N 170 deg.34.5[min]
W W
Kasatochi Island........... 52 deg.10.0[min] N 175 deg.31.0[min] 52 deg.10.5[min] N 175 deg.29.0[min]
W W
Adak Island................ 51 deg.36.5[min] N 176 deg.59.0[min] 51 deg.38.0[min] N 176 deg.59.5[min]
W W
Gramp Rock................. 51 deg.29.0[min] N 178 deg.20.5[min] .................. ..................
W
Tag Island................. 51 deg.33.5[min] N 178 deg.34.5[min] .................. ..................
W
Ulak Island................ 51 deg.20.0[min] N 178 deg.57.0[min] 51 deg.18.5[min] N 178 deg.59.5[min]
W W
Semisopochnoi.............. 51 deg.58.5[min] N 179 deg.45.5[min] 51 deg.57.0[min] N 179 deg.46.0[min]
E E
Semisopochnoi.............. 52 deg.01.5[min] N 179 deg.37.5[min] 52 deg.01.5[min] N 179 deg.39.0[min]
E E
Amchitka Island............ 51 deg.22.5[min] N 179 deg.28.0[min] 51 deg.21.5[min] N 179 deg.25.0[min]
E E
Amchitka Is/Column Rocks... 51 deg.32.5[min] N 178 deg.49.5[min] .................. ..................
E
Ayugadak Point............. 51 deg.45.5[min] N 178 deg.24.5[min] .................. ..................
E
Kiska Island............... 51 deg.57.5[min] N 177 deg.21.0[min] 51 deg.56.5[min] N 177 deg.20.0[min]
E E
Kiska Island............... 51 deg.52.5[min] N 177 deg.13.0[min] 51 deg.53.5[min] N 177 deg.12.0[min]
E E
Buldir Island.............. 52 deg.20.5[min] N 175 deg.57.0[min] 52 deg.23.5[min] N 175 deg.51.0[min]
E E
Agattu Is./Gillon Pt....... 52 deg.24.0[min] N 173 deg.21.5[min] .................. ..................
E
Agattu Island.............. 52 deg.23.5[min] N 173 deg.43.5[min] 52 deg.22.0[min] N 173 deg.41.0[min]
E E
Attu Island................ 52 deg.54.5[min] N 172 deg.28.5[min] 52 deg.57.5[min] N 172 deg.31.5[min]
E E
b. Trawling Prohibited Year-
Round Within 20 nm:
Seguam Island.............. 52 deg.21.0[min] N 172 deg.35.0[min] 52 deg.21.0[min] N 172 deg.33.0[min]
W W
Agligadak Island........... 52 deg.06.5[min] N 172 deg.54.0[min] .................. ..................
W
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Note: Where two sets of coordinates are given, the baseline extends in a clock-wise direction from the first set
of geographic coordinates along the shoreline at mean lower-low water to the second set of coordinates. Where
only one set of coordinates is listed, that location is the base point.
[64 FR 62013, Nov. 15, 1999]
[[Page 794]]
Effective Date Note: At 67 FR 1005, Jan. 8, 2002, Table 5 to part
679 was suspended, effective Jan. 1, 2002 until July 8, 2002. At 67 FR
34860, May 16, 2002, the effective date was extended through Dec. 31,
2002.
Table 6 to Part 679--Gulf of Alaska Steller Sea Lion
Protection Areas
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From To
Island ---------------------------------------------------------------
Latitude Longitude Latitude Longitude
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3-nm NO TRANSIT ZONES described at part 223.202 of this title
a. Year-round Trawl Closures (Trawling Prohibited Within 10 nm).
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Outer Island.................................... 59 deg.20.5[mi 150 deg.23.0[m 59 deg.21.0[mi 150 deg.24.5[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Sugarloaf Island................................ 58 deg.53.0[mi 152 deg.02.0[m
n] N in] W
Marmot Island................................... 58 deg.14.5[mi 151 deg.47.5[m 58 deg.10.0[mi 151 deg.51.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Chirikof Island................................. 55 deg.46.5[mi 155 deg.39.5[m 55 deg.46.5[mi 155 deg.43.0[m
n] N in] W n] W in] W
Chowiet Island.................................. 56 deg.00.5[mi 156 deg.41.5[m 56 deg.00.5[mi 156 deg.42.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Atkins Island................................... 55 deg.03.5[mi 159 deg.18.5[m
n] N in] W
Chernabura Island............................... 54 deg.47.5[mi 159 deg.31.0[m 54 deg.45.5[mi 159 deg.33.5[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Pinnacle Rock................................... 54 deg.46.0[mi 161 deg.46.0[m
n] N in] W
Clubbing Rocks-N................................ 54 deg.43.0[mi 162 deg.26.5[m
n] N in] W
Clubbing Rocks-S................................ 54 deg.42.0[mi 162 deg.26.5[m
n] N in] W
Ugamak Island................................... 54 deg.14.0[mi 164 deg.48.0[m 54 deg.13.0[mi 164 deg.48.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Akun Island..................................... 54 deg.18.0[mi 165 deg.32.5[m 54 deg.18.0[mi 165 deg.31.5[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Akutan Island................................... 54 deg.03.5[mi 166 deg.00.0[m 54 deg.05.5[mi 166 deg.05.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Ogchul Island................................... 53 deg.00.0[mi 168 deg.24.0[m
n] N in] W
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b. Seasonal Trawl Closures (During January 1 through April 15, or a date earlier than April 15, if adjusted
under part 679.20. Trawling Prohibited Within 20 nm).
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Akun I.......................................... 54 deg.18.0[mi 165 deg.32.5[m 54 deg.18.0[mi 165 deg.31.5[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Akutan I........................................ 54 deg.03.5[mi 166 deg.00.0[m 54 deg.05.5[mi 166 deg.05.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
Ugamak I........................................ 54 deg.14.0[mi 164 deg.48.0[m 54 deg.13.0[mi 164 deg.48.0[m
n] N in] W n] N in] W
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Note: The bounds of each rookery extend in a clockwise direction from the first set of geographic coordinates,
along the shoreline at mean lower low water, to the second set of coordinates; if only one set of geographic
coordinates is listed, the rookery extends around the entire shoreline of the island at mean lower low water.
[61 FR 31230, June 19, 1996, as amended at 64 FR 14077, Mar. 23, 1999]
Effective Date Note: At 67 FR 1005, Jan. 8, 2002, Table 6 to part
679 was suspended, effective Jan. 1, 2002 until July 8, 2002. At 67 FR
34860, May 16, 2002, the effective date was extended through Dec. 31,
2002.
[[Page 795]]
Table 7 to Part 679--Communities Determined to be Eligible
to Apply for Community Development Quotas
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[63 FR 47375, Sept. 4, 1998]
Table 8 to Part 679--Harvest Zone Codes for Use With Vessel
Activity Reports
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Harvest Zone Description
------------------------------------------------------------------------
A1 BSAI EEZ off Alaska
A2 GOA EEZ off Alaska
B State waters of Alaska
C State waters other than Alaska
D Donut Hole
F Foreign Waters Other than Russia
I International Waters other than Donut Hole and
Seamounts
R Russian waters
S Seamounts in International waters
U U.S. EEZ other than Alaska
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[67 FR 4137, Jan. 28, 2002]
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Table 10 to Part 679--Gulf of Alaska Retainable Percentages
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Table 11 to Part 679--BSAI Retainable Percentages
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Tables 12-13 [Reserved]
[[Page 801]]
Table 14a to Part 679-- Port of Landing Codes, Including CDQ
and IFQ Primary Ports (a) Alaska
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CDQ/IFQ Primary Ports for
Vessel Clearance (X indicates
ADF&G an authorized IFQ port; see
Port Name NMFS Code Sec. 679.5(l)(5)(vi))
Code ADF&G -------------------------------
Code CDQ/ North West
IFQ Latitude Longitude
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Adak 186 ADA
Akutan 101 AKU X 54 deg.08'0 165 deg.46'
5'' 20''
Akutan Bay 102
Alitak 103 ALI
Anchor Point 104
Anchorage 105 ANC
Angoon 106 ANG
Aniak ANI
Anvik ANV
Atka 107 ATK
Auke Bay 108 ...........
Baranof Warm Springs 109 ...........
Beaver Inlet 110 ...........
Bethel BET
Captains Bay 112 ...........
Chignik 113 CHG
Chinitna Bay 114 ...........
Cordova 115 COR X 60 deg.33'0 145 deg.45'
0'' 00''
Craig 116 CRG X 55 deg.28'3 133 deg.09'
0'' 00''
Dillingham 117 DIL
Douglas 118 ...........
Dutch Harbor/Unalaska 119 DUT X 53 deg.53'2 166 deg.32'
7'' 05''
Edna Bay 121 ...........
Egegik 122 EGE ...........
Ekuk EKU ...........
Elfin Cove 123 ELF ...........
Emmonak EMM ...........
False Pass 125 FSP ...........
Fairbanks FBK .... ...........
Galena GAL ........... ...........
Glacier Bay GLB ........... ...........
Glennallen GLN .... ...........
Gustavus 127 GUS ...........
Haines 128 HNS ...........
Halibut Cove 130 ..... ...........
Hollis 131 ..... ...........
Homer 132 HOM X 59 deg.38'4 151 deg.33'
0'' 00''
Hoonah 133 HNH ...........
Hydaburg HYD ........... ...........
Hyder 134 HDR ...........
Ikatan Bay 135 ..... ...........
Juneau 136 JNU ...........
Kake 137 KAK ...........
Kaltag KAL ...........
Kasilof 138 KAS ...........
Kenai 139 KEN ...........
Kenai River 140 ...........
Ketchikan 141 KTN X 55 deg.20'3 131 deg.38'
0'' 45''
King Cove 142 KCO X 55 deg.03'2 162 deg.19'
0'' 00''
King Salmon 143 KNG ...........
Kipnuk 144
Klawock 145 KLA
Kotzebue KOT
La Conner LAC
Mekoryuk 147
Metlakatla 148 MET
Moser Bay MOS
Naknek 149 NAK
Nenana NEN
Nikiski (or Nikishka) 150 NIK
Ninilchik 151 NIN
Nome 152 NOM
Nunivak Island NUN
Old Harbor 153 OLD
Other/Unknown\1\ 499 UNK
Pelican 155 PEL X 57 deg.57'3 136 deg.13'
0'' 30''
[[Page 802]]
Petersburg 156 PBG X 56 deg.48'1 132 deg.58'
0'' 00''
Point Baker 157
Port Alexander 158 PAL
Port Armstrong PTA
Port Bailey 159 PTB
Port Graham 160 GRM
Port Lions LIO
Port Moller MOL
Port Protection 161
Resurrection Bay 163
Sand Point 164 SPT X 55 deg.20'1 160 deg.30'
5'' 00''
Savoonga 165
Seldovia 166 SEL
Seward 167 SEW X 60 deg.06'3 149 deg.26'
0'' 30''
Sitka 168 SIT X 57 deg.03' 135 deg.20'
Skagway 169 SKG
Soldotna SOL
St. George 170 STG
St. Lawrence 171
St. Mary STM
St. Paul 172 STP X 57 deg.07'2 170 deg.16'
0'' 30''
Tee Harbor 173
Tenakee Springs 174 TEN
Thorne Bay 175
Togiak 176 TOG
Toksook Bay 177
Tununak 178
Ugadaga Bay 179
Ugashik UGA
Unalakleet UNA
Valdez 181 VAL
Wasilla WAS
Whittier 183 WHT
Wrangell 184 WRN
Yakutat 185 YAK X 59 deg.33' 139 deg.44'
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\1\To report a landing at a location not currently assigned a location code number: use the code for ``Other''
for the state or country at which the landing occurs and notify NMFS of the actual location so that we may
update our list. For example, to report a landing for Levelock, Alaska if there is currently no code assigned,
use ``499'' ``Other, AK''.
[67 FR 4137, Jan. 28, 2002]
Table 14b to Part 679--Port of Landing Codes: California,
Oregon, Canada, Including CDQ and IFQ Primary Ports
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CDQ/IFQ Primary Ports for
Vessel Clearance (X indicates
an authorized IFQ port; see
Port Name NMFS ADF&G Sec. 679.5 (l)(5)(vi))
Code Code -------------------------------
CDQ/ North West
IFQ Latitude Longitude
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
California
Eureka 500 EUR ...........
Fort Bragg 501
Other 599
Oregon
Astoria 600 AST ...........
Lincoln City 602
Newport 603 NPT ...........
Olympia OLY ...........
Portland POR ...........
Warrenton 604
Other 699
Canada
Port Edward 800 ..... ...........
Port Hardy 801
[[Page 803]]
Prince Rupert 802 PRU ...........
Other 89 ..... ...........
9
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[66 FR 43527, Aug. 20, 2001]
Table 14c to Part 679-- Washington Port of Landing Codes:
Including CDQ and IFQ Primary Ports
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CDQ/IFQ Primary Ports for
Vessel Clearance (X indicates
an authorized IFQ port; see
Port Name NMFS ADF&G Sec. 679.5 (l)(5)(vi))
Code Code -------------------------------
CDQ/ North West
IFQ Latitude Longitude
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Anacortes 700 ANA ...........
Bellevue 701 ...........
Bellingham 702 X 48 deg.45[m 122 deg.30[
in]04[sec] min]02[sec]
Blaine BLA
Edmonds 703
Everett 704
Fox Island 706
Ilwaco 707
La Conner 708 LAC
Mercer Island 709
Nagai Island 710
Port Angeles 711
Port Orchard 712
Port Townsend 713
Rainier 714
Seattle 715 SEA
Tacoma TAC
Other 799
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[66 FR 43527, Aug. 20, 2001]
Table 15 to Part 679--Gear Codes, Descriptions, and Use (X
indicates where this code is used)
[[Page 804]]
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Use Numeric Code to Complete the Following:
NMFS Electronic WPR & --------------------------------------------------------
Name of Gear Logbooks Check-in/out Gear Code, Shoreside
and Code\1\ Numeric Electronic IFQ Terminal & ADF&G COAR
Forms\1\ Logbook (SPELR) Forms
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Diving OTH 11 X X
Dredge OTH 22 X X
Dredge, hydro/mechanical OTH 23 X X
Fish wheel OTH 08 X X
Gillnet, drift OTH 03 X X
Gillnet, herring ........... OTH 34 X X
Gillnet, set OTH 04 X X
Gillnet, sunken OTH 41 X X
Hand line/jig/troll (IFQ name: hand troll) \(1)\ 05 X X X
Handpicked OTH 12 X X
Hatchery n/a 77 X X
Hook-and-line X HAL 61 X X X
Jig, mechanical (IFQ name: jigs) X JIG 26 X X X
Net,dip OTH 13 X X
Net,ring OTH 10 X X
Other/specify X OTH 99 X X
Pair Trawl 37 X
Pot X POT 91 X X X
Pound OTH 21 X X
Seine,purse OTH 01 X X
Seine,beach ........... OTH 02 X X
Shovel OTH 18 X X
Trap OTH 90 X X
Trawl, beam \(1)\ 17 X X
Trawl, double otter \(1)\ 27 X X
Trawl, nonpelagic/bottom X NPT 07 X X
Trawl, pelagic/midwater X PTR 47 X X
Troll, dinglebar X TROLL 25 X X X
Troll, power gurdy X TROLL 15 X X X
Weir OTH 14 X X
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\1\ For logbooks, forms, electronic WPR, electronic check-in/out reports: all trawl gear must be reported as either nonpelagic or pelagic trawl
[[Page 805]]
[66 FR 55125, Nov. 1, 2001]
Table 16 to Part 679--Area Codes and Descriptions for Use
With State of Alaska ADF&G Commercial Operator's Annual Report
(COAR)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ADF&G
Fisheries Area Description
COAR: Name (Code) Species Management in ADF&G
Areas Regulations
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alaska Peninsula King Crab:.................... M 5 AAC 34.500
South Peninsula (MS) AK Peninsula/Aleutian Islands M 5 AAC 12.100
North Peninsula (MN) Salmon. M (Aleutians)
5 AAC 09.100 (AK
Peninsula)
Herring....................... M 5 AAC 27.600
Bering Sea: Bering Sea King Crab.......... Q 5 AAC 34.900
Pribilof Island (Q1) Bering Sea/Kotzebue Herring... Q 5 AAC 27.900
St. Matthew Island Q2)
St. Lawrence Island (Q4)
Bristol Bay (T) King Crab..................... T 5 AAC 34.800
Salmon........................ T 5 AAC 06.100
Herring....................... T 5 AAC 27.800
Chignik (L) Groundfish.................... L 5 AAC 28.500
Herring....................... L 5 AAC 27.550
Salmon........................ L 5 AAC 15.100
Cook Inlet: Groundfish.................... H 5 AAC 28.300
Lower Cook Inlet (HL) Herring....................... H 5 AA 27.400
Upper Cook Inlet (HU) Cook Inlet Shrimp............. H 5 AAC 31.300
Outer Cook Inlet Shrimp....... H 5 AA 31.400
Dungeness Crab................ H 5 AA 32.300
King Crab..................... H 5 AA 34.300
Tanner Crab................... H 5 AA 35.400
Miscellaneous Shellfish....... H 5 AA 38.300
Salmon........................ H 5 AA 21.100
Dutch Harbor (O) Aleutian Islands King Crab.... O 5 AA 34.600
EEZ (Federal waters of BSAI (FB) Groundfish.................... n/a n/a
GOA (FG) Atka-Amlia Islands Salmon..... n/a 5 AAC 11.1010
Kodiak (western GOA) (K) Groundfish.................... K 5 AAC 28.400
Herring....................... K 5 AAC 27.500
King Crab..................... K 5 AAC 34.400
Salmon........................ K 5 AAC 18.100
Shrimp........................ J 5 AAC 31.500
Dungeness Crab................ J 5 AAC 32.400
Tanner Crab................... J 5 AAC 35.500
Miscellaneous Shellfish....... J 5 AAC 38.400
Kotzebue (X) Salmon........................ X 5 AAC 03.100
Kuskokwim: Salmon........................ W 5 AAC 07.100
Kuskokwim River/Bay (W1) Herring....................... W 5AAC 27.870
Security Cove (W2)
Goodnews Bay (W3)
Nelson Island (W4)
Ninivak Island (W5)
Cape Avinof (W6)
Norton Sound (Z) Norton Sound-Port Clarence Z 5 AAC 04.100
Salmon.
Norton Sound-Port Clarence
King Crab.
Prince William Sound (E) Groundfish.................... E 5 AAC 28.200
Herring....................... E 5 AAC 27.300
Shrimp........................ E 5 AAC 31.200
Dungeness Crab................ E 5 AAC 32.200
King Crab..................... E 5 AAC 34.200
Tanner Crab................... E 5 AAC 35.300
Miscellaneous Shellfish....... E 5 AAC 38.200
Salmon........................ E 5 AAC 24.100
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Southeast: Groundfish.................... A 5 AAC 28.100
Juneau/Haines (A1) Southeast (w/o Yakutat) A 5 AAC 27.100
Yakutat (A2) Herring. D 5 AAC 27.200
Ketchikan/Craig (B) Yakutat Herring............... A 5 AAC 31.100
Petersburg/Wrangell (C) Southeast (w/o Yakutat) Shrimp D 5 AAC 31.150
Sitka/Pelican (D) Yakutat Shrimp................ A 5 AAC 32.100
Southeast (w/o Yakutat) D 5 AAC 32.155
Dungeness Crab. A 5 AAC 34.100
Yakutat Dungeness Crab........ D 5 AAC 34.160
Southeast (w/o Yakutat) A 5 AAC 35.100
Dungeness, King Crab. D 5 AAC 35.160
Yakutat King Crab............. A 5 AAC 38.100
Southeast (w/o Yakutat) Tanner D 5 AAC 38.160
Crab. A 5 AAC 33.100
Yakutat Tanner Crab........... D 5 AAC 29.010
Southeast (w/o Yakutat) 5 AAC 30.100
Miscellaneous Shellfish.
Yakutat Miscellaneous
Shellfish.
Southeast (w/o Yakutat) Salmon
Yakutat Salmon................
Yukon River: Yukon-Northern Salmon......... Y 5 AAC 05.100
Lower Yukon (YL)
Upper Yukon (YU)
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[66 FR 55126, Nov. 1, 2001]
Table 17 to Part 679--Process Codes for Use With State of
Alaska Commercial Operator's Annual Report (COAR)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Codes Process Codes and Description
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Prefix Codes 1-Fresh
2-Frozen
3-Salted/brined
4-Smoked
5-Canned
6-Cooked
7-Live
8-Dry
9-Pickled
11-Minced
Suffix Codes 0-General
1-Canned Conv.
2-Canned smoked
8-Vacuum packed
B-Block
I-Individual quick frozen (IQF) pack
S-Shatter pack
------------------------------------------------------------------------
[66 FR 43527, Aug. 20, 2001]
[[Page 807]]
Table 18 to Part 679-- Required Buying and Production Forms
for use With State of Alaska Commercial Operator's Annual
Report (COAR)
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fishery Form Number and Name
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Salmon Salmon Buying
(A)(1) Seine gear
(A)(1) Gillnet gear
(A)(2) Troll gear
(A)(2) Hatchery
(A)(3) Miscellaneous gear
King Salmon Production
(B)(1) Production
(B)(1) Canned Production
Sockeye Salmon Production:
(B)(2)(i) Production
(B)(2)(ii) Canned Production
Coho Salmon Production
(B)(3)(i) Production
(B)(3)(ii) Canned Production
Pink Salmon Production
(B)(4)(i) Production
(B)(4)(ii) Canned Production
Chum Salmon Production
(B)(5)(i) Production
(B)(5)(ii) Canned Production
Salmon Roe & Byproduct
Production
(B)(6)(i) Roe
(B)(6)(ii) Byproduct
Production
Herring Herring Buying
(C)(1)(i) Seine gear
(C)(1)(ii) Gillnet gear
(C)(2)(i) Gillnet gear
(C)(2)(ii) Pound gear
(C)(2)(iii) Hand-pick gear
Herring Production
(D)(1)(i) Production
(D)(1)(ii) Byproduct
Production
Crab (E)Crab Buying
(F) Crab Production
Shrimp/Miscellaneous Shellfish (G)Shrimp/Misc.Shellfish
Buying
(G)(1)(i) Trawl gear
(G)(1)(ii) Pot gear
(G)(1)(iii) Diving/picked
gear
(G)(1)(iv) Other gear
(specify)
(H) Shrimp/Misc. Shellfish/
Finfish Production
Groundfish (I)(1) Groundfish Buying
(I)(2) Groundfish Buying
(J)(1) Groundfish Production
(J)(2) Groundfish Production
Halibut (K) Halibut Buying &
Production
Custom Production Custom Production
(L)(1) Associated Processors
(L)(1)(i) Custom Fresh/
Frozen
(L)(1)(ii) Misc. production
(L)(1)(iii) Custom Canned
Production
(L)(2) (additional sheet)
PRICES NOT FINAL (M)(1) Fish Buying Retro
Payments
(M)(2) Post-season
Adjustments
------------------------------------------------------------------------
[66 FR 55128, Nov. 1, 2001]
Table 19 to Part 679--Seabird Avoidance Gear Codes
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Code Seabird Avoidance Gear
------------------------------------------------------------------------
1 Bird streamer line. Tow a streamer line
or lines during deployment of gear to
prevent birds from taking hooks.
Streamer line consists of three
components: a length of line, streamers
attached along a portion of the lenght
and one or more float devices at the
terminal end. This device can be single
or paired.
2 Buoy bag, bird bag, or other float
device. Tow a buoy, board, stick or
other device during deployment of gear,
at a distance appropriate to prevent
birds from taking baited hooks. Each of
these devices consist of two components:
a length of line (without streamers
attached), and one or more float devices
at the terminal end. Multiple devices
may be used.
3 Lining tube and /or line shooter. Deploy
hooks underwater through a lining tube
at a depth sufficient to prevent birds
from settling on hooks during deployment
of gear.
4 Combination of devices. Any combination
of the above devices (codes 1, 2, and /
or 3).
9 No bird deterrent device deployed.
0 Night fishing Deploy gear only during the
hours specified in Sec. 679.24 (e)(3)
using only the minium vessel's lights
necessary for safety.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
[67 FR 4137, Jan. 28, 2002]
Tables 20 [Reserved]
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Table 21 to Part 679--Steller Sea Lion Protection Areas 3nm
No Groundfish Fishing Sites
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Pollock Fisheries Restrictions
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Table 23 to Part 679--Steller Sea Lion Protection Areas
Pacific Cod Fisheries Restrictions
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[67 FR 1013, Jan. 8, 2002; 67 FR 21605, May 1, 2002]
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Table 24 to Part 679--Steller Sea Lion Protection Areas Atka
Mackerel Fisheries Restrictions
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[67 FR 1021, Jan. 8, 2002]
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