The study on work skill and work condition for trawler fishermen　

Shuji Hisamune

Abstract: Many work accidents on fishing vessels have occurred during fishing operations. Middle-aged fishermen have more experience doing various duties than the younger fishermen. And the skills of middle-aged fishermen are more developed, when compared with those of young fishermen. The necessary number of fishermen and the fishing skill levels are different for each companies (the fishing operation, the selection of the catch, and the fish landing) and the relationship between skills and work assignment should be studied. In the current study, the skill levels and number of fishermen on board are focused. To develop a strategy to train fishermen, the necessary time to become skilled crewmembers are clarified. Considering the education that is necessary for fishing operations was conducted. Moreover, safety reeducation that needs for existing fishermen are also considered. Management of the purse seine must identify necessary changes to optimize productivity and to improve safety.