Northeast Fisheries Observer Program Handbooks
August 07, 2025
The purpose of these handbooks is to provide commercial fishery participants with an overview of the Northeast Fisheries Observer Program.
Observer Safety Training Manual
2024
This manual is a complement to the lecture and hands-on activities that are part of the Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC) Fishery Monitoring and Research Division (FMRD) Fisheries Monitoring Branch (FMO) marine safety training program for fisheries observers deploying on commercial fishing vessels. The information and skills you receive during this training may one day aid in your survival during a life-threatening emergency. (pdf, 86pgs)
Northeast Fisheries Observer Program, Handbook for the Fishing Industry
The purpose of this handbook is to provide commercial fishery participants with an overview of the Northeast Fisheries Observer Program—its objectives, approach and requirements for observed fishing trips.
Northeast Fisheries Observer Program, Handbook for Fisheries Observers and Providers
The purpose of this handbook is to provide prospective and certified observers—and providers—with an overview of the Northeast Fisheries Observer Program—its objectives, approach and requirements for observed fishing trips.