Regulation of approach zones and controlled zones
115 Regulation of approach zones and controlled zones
If a vessel (the first vessel) is in the approach zone for a whale shark, the person in charge of any other vessel must not allow the vessel to enter the approach zone while the first vessel remains in the approach zone.
Penalty for this subregulation: a fine of $5 000.
If a vessel (the first vessel) is in the approach zone for a whale shark and another vessel (the second vessel) is in the controlled zone for that whale shark, the person in charge of any other vessel must not allow the vessel to enter the controlled zone while the second vessel remains in the controlled zone.
Penalty for this subregulation: a fine of $5 000.
The person in charge of a vessel that enters the approach zone for a whale shark must ensure that the vessel does not remain in the approach zone for longer than 90 minutes.
Penalty for this subregulation: a fine of $5 000.
The person in charge of a vessel that has left the approach zone for a whale shark must ensure that the vessel does not re‑enter the approach zone, or the controlled zone for that whale shark, within the period of 3 hours after leaving the approach zone.
Penalty for this subregulation: a fine of $5 000.
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