5) The vessel meets appropriate safety standards, including carrying safety equipment, and is adequately insured for such purpose.
C HANGES IN CERTIFIC ATE AGREEMENTS: ORCA Ireland should be able at any time suspend, revoke or amend a permit, or restrict the operation authorised by a certificate, where: a) The conservation status or welfare of the cetaceans is being threatened by the activity; and/or b) The holder contravenes or fails to comply with any statutory requirement relating to whale watching or any condition specified in the permit;
Humpback whale (Megaptera novaengliae) fluke size in comparison to human head on-board “Radiance” of Baltimore Wildlife Tours. Photo by Emer Keaveney/ORCA Ireland.
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