aquaculture legal documents
The required permits, licenses, leases and approvals used in aquaculture and their application to specific fish farms and conditions.
Aquaculture environmental analysts assess, plan and implement programmes to recognise, monitor and control environmental factors that can potentially affect the health of aquatic animals and plants.
Competences and skills
44 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 9 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
3 competencesfish biology
The study of fish, shellfish or crustacean organisms, categorized into many specialised fields that cover their morphology, physiology, anatomy, behaviour, origins and distribution.
habitat restoration
The process of repairing and rehabilitating areas that suffered habitat destruction, alteration of seafloor or the threat of extinction of some animal and plant species. Habitat restoration also involves the mitigation of pollution, erosion, and deforestation. The restoration procedure to recreate biodiversity and an operating ecosystem requires knowledge on protection, management and re-establishment of species by returning biotic and abiotic factors to historical levels.
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pollution legislation
Be familiar with European and National legislation regarding the risk of pollution.
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Cross-sector
5 competencesanimal welfare legislation
The legal boundaries, codes of professional conduct, national and EU regulatory frameworks and legal procedures of working with animals and living organisms, ensuring their welfare and health.
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- National and EU legislation relevant to occupation, regulatory body and codes of conduct. This may include . , health and safety, risk assessment requirements and codes of conduct, especially in the areas of animal welfare, health and public health, food and environmental safety in relation with clients.
ecology
The study of how organisms interact and their relation to the ambient environment.
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environmental legislation
The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.
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environmental policy
Local, national and international policies dealing with the promotion of environmental sustainability and the development of projects which reduce negative environmental impact and improve the state of the environment.
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pollution prevention
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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Essential skills and competences 19 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencegrow cultures used in monitoring experiments
Grow cultures for use in monitoring experiments to make sure that correct laboratory quality control procedures are carried out.
Sector-specific
8 competencesanalyse environmental data
Analyse data that interpret correlations between human activities and environmental effects.
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assess environmental impact in aquaculture operations
Measure the environmental impact of a company's aquaculture operations. Take into account factors such as quality of the sea and surface water, fish and sea plant habitats and risks regarding the quality of air, odour and noise.
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carry out feeding operations
Carry out manual feeding. Calibrate and operate automatic and computerised feeding systems. Monitor animal feeding behaviour.
ensure the safety of endangered species and protected areas
Ensure that projects do not adversely affect migratory birds, rare or endangered animal species, critical habitat or environmentally protected areas.
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measure the impact of specific aquaculture activity
Identify and measure the biological, physico-chemical impacts of specific aquaculture farm activity on the environment. Carry out all necessary tests, including collection and processing of samples for analysis.
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monitor the farm environmental management plan
Identify environmental designations and directives that relate to a given farm and incorporate their requirements in to the farm planning process. Monitor the implementation of the farm environmental management plan and review timescales.
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perform environmental investigations
Perform environmental investigations as required, checking regulatory proceedings, possible legal actions or other types of complaint.
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prevent marine pollution
Conduct inspections and take measures in order to prevent or mitigate marine pollution. Adhere to international codes and resolutions.
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Cross-sector
10 competencesadvise on environmental risk management systems
Evaluate requirements and advise on systems for environmental risk management. Ensure the customer does his part in preventing or limiting adverse environmental impact through the use of technology. Ensure required licenses and permits are obtained.
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analyse work-related written reports
Read and comprehend job-related reports, analyse the content of reports and apply findings to daily work operations.
assess contamination
Analyse evidence of contamination. Advise on how to decontaminate.
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assess environmental impact
Monitor environmental impacts and carry out assessments in order to identify and to reduce the organisation's environmental risks while taking costs into account.
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carry out environmental audits
Use equipment to measure various environmental parameters in order to identify environmental problems and investigate manners in which they can be resolved. Perform inspections in order to ensure compliance with environmental legislation.
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carry out training in environmental matters
Perform staff training and ensure all members of the workforce understand how they can contribute to improved environmental performance.
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develop environmental policy
Develop an organisational policy on sustainable development and compliance with environmental legislation in line with policy mechanisms used in the field of environmental protection.
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monitor legislation developments
Monitor changes in rules, policies and legislation, and identify how they may influence the organisation, existing operations, or a specific case or situation.
report on environmental issues
Compile environmental reports and communicate on issues. Inform the public or any interested parties in a given context on relevant recent developments in the environment, forecasts on the future of the environment, and any problems and possible solutions.
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write work-related reports
Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so they are comprehensible to a non-expert audience.
Optional knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesecosystem management
The set of approaches that takes into account the effect of a management decision on other elements of an ecosystem. It also addresses the optimization of diverse management strategies and the challenges that arise from fragmented landscapes.
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environmental economics
The subfield of economics that studies the efficient allocation of environmental resources to the aim of minimizing the negative impacts on the natural environment.
fish anatomy
The study of the form or morphology of fish species.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesdevelop outreach training plans
Develop training plans for outreach and visitor service assistants, guides and volunteers.
environmental design
The approach that is used to face environmental problems related to buildings, plans, and products in various fields such as engineering, interior design and architecture.
provide on-site training in aquaculture facilities
Provide on-site training in aquaculture facilities, through instruction and demonstration of skills. Provide, implement and supervise a training development plan.
Cross-sector
10 competencesassess environmental plans against financial costs
Assess environmental plans in financial terms in order to balance the expenditure required for environmental improvements. Assess the economic benefit that those investments will bring in the long-term to the company.
communicate verbal instructions
Communicate transparent instructions. Ensure that messages are understood and followed correctly.
coordinate environmental efforts
Organise and integrate all environmental efforts of the company, including pollution control, recycling, waste management, environmental health, conservation and renewable energy.
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create training materials
Develop and compile training items and resources according to didactical methods and training needs and using specific types of media.
deliver online training
Provide training by using online technologies, adapting the learning materials, using e-learning methods, supporting the trainees and communicating online. Instruct virtual classrooms.
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identify training needs
Analyse the training problems and identify the training requirements of an organisation or individuals, so as to provide them with instruction tailored to their prior mastery, profile, means and problem.
promote environmental awareness
Promote sustainability and raise awareness about the environmental impact of human and industrial activity based on the carbon footprints of business processes and other practices.
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speak different languages
Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.
research
train employees
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.
use communication devices
Operate communication devices in order to interact with customers, colleagues, and others.
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