Take care of your gear
Careless use of equipment puts wildlife and other users at risk.
- All static gear (e.g., crayfish pots) is required by law to be marked (e.g., with surface buoys, flags, or lights) to make their position clear and reduce the risk of accidents.
- Make sure your fishing gear is in good condition and used only in suitable conditions so that it is not accidentally lost. It is best not to use set nets as they are non-selective, killing all marine life that becomes trapped.
- For the safe passage of vessels, keep anchorages clear of all fishing gear.