Skill set Outline
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Aquatic Biosecurity Skill Set
Aquatic Biosecurity Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
SFISS00018
SFISS00018
State Code
AD924
AD924
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
21/06/2019
Current Release Date
21/06/2019
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
—
Nominal Hours
70
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 21/06/2019 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is designed to prepare individuals with the skills and knowledge required to recognise signs of aquatic disease and pests and apply biosecurity measures to minimise risk.
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a number of qualifications in the SFI Seafood Industry Training Package, including but not limited to SFI30119 Certificate III in Aquaculture, SFI30219 Certificate III in Fishing Operations and SFI40119 Certificate IV in Aquaculture.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who have daily contact with aquatic stock and are responsible for incorporating biosecurity measures in their work to comply with biosecurity legislative requirements.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the SFI Seafood Industry Training Package meet industry requirements for applying aquatic biosecurity measures.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAS05 | SFIBIO401 | Apply aquaculture biosecurity measures | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OAS07 | SFIBIO301 | Identify and report signs of aquatic disease or pests | 25 | Unit of competency |