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Implement, monitor and review stock production

Implement, monitor and review stock production

Unit of competency
National Code
SFIAQU409
State Code
OAS21
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
30/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/10/2019
Field of Education
050701 - Aquaculture
Original Release Date
21/10/2019
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and monitor a stock production plan, and review and improve on production performance.This unit applies to personnel who have technical and coordination responsibilities for stock production and for improving production outcomes in an aquaculture facility. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, food safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplaceNo licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Implement and monitor stock production plan
  • 1.1 Convey production plan, policies and procedures to staff for implementation
  • 1.2 Assess feed supplies against production plan and feeding schedule
  • 1.3 Monitor distribution schedules and vary stocking rates, as required
  • 1.4 Monitor stock growth or production using an appropriate performance recording system
  • 1.5 Carry out harvesting according to workplace requirements to meet sales goals
  • 1.6 Monitor stock health and promptly control any pest, parasite or disease outbreaks with samples being sent to relevant authorities
  • 1.7 Monitor effects of feeds and health treatments on stock, and take actions to avoid or minimise stock health problems and negative effects on product quality
  • 1.8 Review progress of production regularly with staff
2. Continually review and improve production performance
  • 2.1 Maintain physical and operations records for analysis and evaluation of production performance for senior management
  • 2.2 Evaluate production performance at each stage to determine sustainability and profitability and for use in reviewing and revising production plans
  • 2.3 Obtain and assess information on innovations relating to existing or potential workplace and facility activities to determine their relevance and possible application
  • 2.4 Test relevant innovations to determine their suitability and adaptability, and report outcomes to senior management
  • 2.5 Keep senior management informed of production schedule and performance
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9154 SFIAQUA409B Implement, monitor and review stock production Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEI2 SFI40119 Certificate IV in Aquaculture Qualification