Hon RON MARK: There are 80 Defence Force personnel assisting Customs at the maritime border by maintaining security of entry points and exit points in relation to ports and ships that have arrived in New Zealand. They are providing information and engaging with people to ensure they understand the relevant isolation and quarantine rules; monitoring and, if necessary, directing the movement of persons at ports and on ships; and monitoring compliance at ports and on ships in relation to people disembarking, physical distancing rules, and rules in relation to the wearing of personal protective equipment. 