Principle 6.17 Link

By ensuring the safety of those in the formal and informal sectors, the sustainability of the small-scale fisheries as a whole is reinforced. International Legal Context

is a specific guideline found within the Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF Guidelines), developed by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) . It focuses on the safety and well-being of small-scale fishers, particularly in relation to their working conditions at sea. Core Objectives of Principle 6.17 Principle 6.17

While Principle 6.17 is specific to small-scale fisheries, it aligns with broader international maritime principles, such as: By ensuring the safety of those in the

The principle emphasizes that states and stakeholders should recognize and improve for small-scale fisheries (both inland and marine). Key aspects include: Core Objectives of Principle 6

Improving conditions to protect the physical well-being of fishers, addressing risks inherent to the profession.

Some guidelines related to maritime rescue, such as Principle 6.17 of the Model State Code (MSC) , emphasize avoiding the disembarkation of individuals in territories where their lives or freedoms might be threatened.