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aquaculture harvesting technician

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Description

Aquaculture harvesting technicians operate the harvesting process of aquatic organisms' production, managing the complex equipment and machinery used in the harvesting of specific cultured species.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

biosecurity fish harvesting methods fish identification and classification fish biology fire-fighting systems fighting fires at aquaculture facilities fish welfare regulations fish anatomy incidents and accidents recording

Practical Skills

monitor fish mortality rates harvest aquatic resources monitor fish health status extinguish fires collect dead fish prepare for small craft operation report harvested fish production carry out fish disease prevention measures maintain grading equipment prepare fish treatment facilities set up fish harvesting equipment monitor live fish collection ensure compliance with aquaculture standards perform fish grading operations swim carry out preparations for fish disease specialist handle harvested fish identity aquaculture species estimate harvest costs operate small craft apply fish harvest methods operate fish capture equipment collect broodstock handle fish harvesting waste apply fish treatments control aquatic production environment maintain fish harvesting equipment monitor aquaculture feeding behaviour prepare health certificates for fishery products observe abnormal fish behaviour monitor treated fish carry out fish transportation communicate verbal instructions screen live fish deformities collect growth rate information maintain internal communication systems speak different languages use communication devices calculate aquatic resources growth rate work in inclement conditions lead a team work in outdoor conditions communicate in an outdoor setting communicate by telephone manage teamwork communicate with customers monitor growth rates of cultivated fish species ensure aquaculture personnel health and safety