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aquaculture harvesting worker

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Description

Aquaculture harvesting workers work in the harvesting of those aquatic organisms cultured in land-based on-growing processes.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

rope manipulation biosecurity fish welfare regulations operation of transport equipment fish harvesting methods fishing industry fish identification and classification

Practical Skills

measure water quality parameters screen live fish deformities monitor fish mortality rates harvest aquatic resources collect dead fish measure water flow set up fish harvesting equipment perform fish grading operations carry out preparations for fish disease specialist handle harvested fish identity aquaculture species apply fish harvest methods work in shifts operate fish capture equipment handle fish harvesting waste transport fish maintain fish harvesting equipment follow hygienic practices in fishery operations follow safety precautions in fishery operations communicate verbal instructions cooperate with colleagues use communication devices prepare for small craft operation undertake continuous professional development in fishery operations work in inclement conditions work in outdoor conditions swim operate small craft report to the team leader communicate by telephone collect broodstock implement fin fish feeding regimes monitor aquaculture feeding behaviour