Fisheries Observer Business & Administration Technicians
SaveWhat Does a Fisheries Observer Do?
Fisheries observers record and report on fishing activity and the level of compliance and enforcement of conservation measures in force in the work area by controlling the position of the vessel, the use of the fishing gear and the catch. They provide the reports required for the scientific monitoring of the fishing area, provide policy advice and plan and coordinate activities.
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Where Do I Start?
International Regulations For Preventing Collisions At Sea
Fundamental aspects of the international regulations to prevent collisions at sea, such as the conduct of vessels in sight of one another, navigation lights and markers, major light and accoustic signals, maritime signalling and buoys.
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Skills You Need to Become a Fisheries Observer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialInternational Regulations For Preventing Collisions At Sea knowledge
Fundamental aspects of the international regulations to prevent collisions at sea, such as the conduct of vessels in sight of one another, navigation lights and markers, major light and accoustic …
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EssentialInternational Convention For The Prevention Of Pollution From Ships knowledge
The fundamental principals and requirements laid in the International Regulation for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL): Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Oil, Regulations for the Control …
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EssentialQuality Of Fish Products knowledge
Factors affecting the quality of fish products. For instance, differences between species, impact of the fishing gears and parasite influence on the preservation of quality.
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EssentialCode Of Conduct For Responsible Fisheries knowledge
Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries and the guidelines established for professional fishers.
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EssentialFisheries Legislation knowledge
The study and analysis of different fisheries management approaches taking into account international treaties and industry norms in order to analyze fisheries management regulations.
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EssentialPollution Prevention knowledge
The processes used to prevent pollution: precautions to pollution of the environment, procedures to counter pollution and associated equipment, and possible measures to protect the environment.
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EssentialDeterioration Of Fish Products knowledge
Process of decomposition and spoilage of fish products: physical, enzymatic, microbiological and chemical processes occurring after harvesting.
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EssentialFish Anatomy knowledge
The study of the form or morphology of fish species.
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EssentialFisheries Management knowledge
The principles, methods and equipment used in population management applied to fisheries: the concept of catch, by-catch, fishing effort, maximum sustainable yield, different sampling methods and how to use sampling …
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EssentialFishing Vessels knowledge
Denomination of the different elements and equipment of fishing vessels.
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EssentialRisks Associated With Undertaking Fishing Operations knowledge
General risks occuring when working on fishing boats and specific risks occurring only in some fishing modalities. Prevention of threats and accidents.
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EssentialFishing Gear knowledge
Identification of the different gear used in capture fisheries and their functional capacity.
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EssentialExtinguish Fires skill
Choose the adequate substances and methods to extinguish fires depending on their size, such as water and various chemical agents. Use a breathing apparatus.
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EssentialSurvive At Sea In The Event Of Ship Abandonment skill
Identify muster signals and what emergencies they signal. Comply with established procedures. Don and use a lifejacket or an immersion suit. Safely jump into the water from a height. Swim …
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EssentialWork In Outdoor Conditions skill
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EssentialHandle Fish Products skill
Handle fish with care and hygiene required to maintain quality. Adequately prepare fish products for storage.
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