ACMSPE318 — Provide general care of fish

1 Identify fish

• 1.1Define the habitat, activity cycle and general features of fish commonly housed in facility
• 1.2Identify and describe external features using industry terminology
• 1.3Classify marine and freshwater fish according to taxonomy
• 1.4Define, interpret and document colours, markings and other identifying features

2 Identify and evaluate behavioural and housing needs

• 2.1Monitor water quality and make adjustments as required to maintain optimum water quality
• 2.2Identify indicators of normal behaviour
• 2.3Recognise signs of distressed fish and report to supervisor
• 2.4Identify industry standards and guidelines for housing design, environmental factors and appropriate stocking densities
• 2.5Evaluate current animal housing design in relation to the welfare of animals kept and legislation requirements
• 2.6Implement behavioural enrichment activities for fish species

3 Catch, handle and restrain fish

• 3.1Identify workplace health and safety risks associated with handling and restraining fish
• 3.2Implement methods to minimise safety risks and use appropriate personal protective equipment
• 3.3Catch and restrain fish in a way that minimises risks, using low stress handling techniques and equipment to minimise risks to the animal and others

4 Assist with health care needs

• 4.1Identify signs of good health in fish
• 4.2Report signs of disease or other conditions to supervisor
• 4.3Identify general health maintenance and preventative treatment procedures and implement according to supervisor instructions

5 Feed fish

• 5.1Identify digestive system features and relate to species-specific feeding routines and diets
• 5.2Identify preferred feed sources and assess samples for quality and suitability
• 5.3Identify potential feeding hazards and implement risk control options
• 5.4Prepare food according to dietary needs
• 5.5Distribute food according to schedule, feeding plan
• 5.6Culture animal and plant species commonly used to feed fish

6 Maintain records

• 6.1Complete feed and treatment records noting food consumption, health and care activities
• 6.2Record abnormalities and advise supervisor
• 6.3Complete documentation relevant to licences and transport, where required

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