79D   Measuring length and circumference of codend

(1)  For the purpose of testing or determining the length of a codend of a net, the codend must be measured from the draw or closing string in a straight line to the point of attachment to the body of the net (or extension piece).

(2)  For the purpose of testing or determining the circumference of the codend of a net, or the body of the net, the net must be measured with the codend or body stretched transversely.