This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to investigate and select appropriate control measures for common diseases affecting cultured or held aquatic stock. It includes the ability to treat and monitor affected stock.

The unit applies to individuals who are responsible for the control of common diseases in an aquaculture workplace, working under broad direction.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Participate in routine health monitoring program according to workplace procedures
Record or report mortalities and moribund stock according to workplace requirements
Identify commonly occurring diseases
Select control methods according to workplace procedures
Identify and assess risks and select and use appropriate personal protective equipment
Administer treatment following workplace procedures and veterinary guidelines
Notify supervisor promptly about changes to treatments or severity of outbreak
Check cleaning and sterilisation of work area and equipment are completed according to workplace procedures
Ensure appropriate disposal of infected or affected stock
Check condition, maintenance requirements and storage of tools and equipment
Record relevant data and observations, and report any abnormal records to supervisor

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