本文件规定了深海海底小型底栖生物群落观测的一般协议。标准化方法可用于伴随资源开发的任何阶段[基线数据采集、采矿期间和之后的监测（测试）]，从而更容易比较工人和水域差异以外的数据。本文件适用于海洋环境影响评估和其他需要长期图像数据的场合。购买本文件时可获得的所有当前修订均包含在购买本文件中。

This document specifies a general protocol for the observation of the meiofaunal community in the deep seabed.The standardized method can be used in any phase [baseline data acquisition, monitoring during and after mining (testing)] accompanying resource development, making it easier to compare data beyond differences in workers and waters.This document is intended for marine environment impact assessments and other occasions where long-term image-based data are required.All current amendments available at time of purchase are included with the purchase of this document.