QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED. OCCUPATION: Aquaculture

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1 QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY What are Occupational Standards(OS)? OS describe what individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function OS are performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding Cont act Us: Agriculture Skill Council of India, 6th Floor, Building No. 10, GNG Tower, Sector 44, Gurgaon Haryana T: ceo@asci-india.com Contents Introduction 1. Introduction and Contacts.. [1] 2. Qualifications Pack... [2] 3. Glossary of Key Terms [3] 4. OS Units [5] 5. Annexure: Nomenclature for QP & OS [25] 6. Assessment Criteria. [27] Qualifications Pack- Hatchery Production Worker SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED SUB-SECTOR: Fisheries OCCUPATION: Aquaculture REFERENCE ID: AGR/Q4901 ALIGNED TO: NCO-2015/ Hatchery Production Worker: The individual is responsible for production of seeds in hatcheries. Brief Job Description: The individual at work produces the fish seed in hatcheries after producing seed in reproduction and maturation stage, which is then transferred to the final grow-out stage for farming, considering labor and capital as major factors. Personal Attributes: The job requires the individual to have: manual and finger dexterity, good eyesight, attention to details, physical, mental and mechanical ability, ability to lift weight, arm-hand steadiness and stamina to work for long hours.

2 Job Details Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker Qualifications Pack Code Job Role AGR/Q4901 Hatchery Production Worker Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Fisheries Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Aquaculture Next review date 14/06/21 NSQC Clearance on 18/06/2015 Job Role Role Description NSQF level Minimum Educational Qualifications Maximum Educational Qualifications Training (Suggested but not mandatory) Minimum Job Entry Age Experience Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS) Hatchery Production Worker Selecting broodstock, maturing, spawning, hatching of the larvae, managing and maintain the larvae ensuring its feed and nutrition requirements 3 No formal education N.A. OJT 16 Years N.A. Compulsory: 1. AGR/N4901Fulfill effective hatchery production requirements 2. AGR/N4902Perform pre-spawning process 3. AGR/N4903Produce the larvae 4. AGR/N4904Perform post-spawning process 5. AGR/N4905Maintain hatchery Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units

3 Definitions Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker Keywords /Terms Sector Sub-sector Occupation Function Sub-function Job role Occupational Standards (OS) Performance Criteria National Occupational Standards (OS) Qualifications Pack (QP) Unit Code Unit Title Description Scope Knowledge and Understanding Organisational Context Technical Knowledge Description Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar business and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests. Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components. Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of functions in an industry. Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or an area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS. Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the objectives of the function. Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organisation. OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts. Performance criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task. NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context. QP comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A QP is assigned a unique qualifications pack code. Unit code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an N Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do. Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for. Scope is a set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on quality of performance required. Knowledge and understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard. Organisational context includes the way the organisation is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility. Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities.

4 Acronyms Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker Core Skills/ Generic Skills Broodstock Spawning Nauplii Keywords /Terms OJT OS NOS NSQF AGR Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning and working in today s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment in today s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles. Collection or group of male and female stocked for mating purpose Reproduction stage i.e process to make female shrimp pregnant by natural process of male and female mating or through artificial method The egg that is hatched from the female after mating On Job Training Occupation Standard National Occupation Standard Description National Skills Qualification Framework Agriculture 3

5 AGR/N4901 Fulfill effective hatchery production requirements Overview This unit is about fulfilling the effective requirements for hatchery production.

6 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4901 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Assist in Designing hatchery Achieving good bio security Complying to standard operating procedures Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Fulfill effective hatchery production requirements AGR/N4901 Fulfill effective hatchery production requirements This OS unit is about fulfilling effective hatchery production requirements ensuring bio-security measures to be followed and adhering to the standard operating procedures. This unit/ task covers the following: Assist to design hatchery Achieve good bio-security Comply standard operating procedures (SOPs) Performance Criteria PC1. assist in modifying and constructing the hatcheries with separate facilities and supporting infrastructure for each activity PC2. consider the potential risks of diseases and its effect on the surroundings PC3. ensure bio-security measures are followed to protect from diseases PC4. sign the documents indicating that the standard operating procedures are read and understood and willing to comply PC5. avoid free movement to restricted areas PC6. take necessary precautions while entering and leaving a production unit to avoid spread of infection PC7. take special care with the vehicles that are brought in after visit from other hatcheries or shrimp farms. The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. hatchery methods and techniques KB2. use of sand filter, carbon filter KB3. temperature and salinity regulation KB4. hazard analysis critical control point approach KB5. use of hypochlorite solution and effective disinfectants prior to discharge 5

7 AGR/N4901 Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Fulfill effective hatchery production requirements KB6. bio-security measures followed in hatchery KB7. chemicals and disinfectants used for hatchery production process KB8. tools and equipments used for hatchery KB9. standard operating procedures to be followed for hatchery KB10. Preparation of quarantine ponds Writing Skills N.A. Reading Skills B. Professional Skills SA1. how to read magazines and understand about latest technologies in harvesting Oral Communication (Listening & Speaking Skills) SA2. how to maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring workers and other farmersfarmers Decision Making SB1. how to make decisions on disease prevention measures Plan and Organize The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SB2. plan and organize field operations starting from land preparation to harvesting SB3. organize meetings/demonstrations with Agricultural Departments whenever necessary Customer Centricity The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SB4. maintain relationships with farmers, customers and other neighbouring workers as well and work well with coordination Problem Solving The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SB5. identify problems immediately and take up solutions quickly to resolve delays SB6. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum/best possible solution(s) Analytical Thinking 6

8 AGR/N4901 Fulfill effective hatchery production requirements The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SB7. reduce the repetitive errors and improve the harvesting process and conditions Critical Thinking The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SB8. apply, analyze and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning or communication as a guide to thought and action SB9. take up one s own working and learning 7

9 AGR/N4901 Fulfill effective hatchery production requirements NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4901 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Fisheries Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Aquaculture Next review date 14/06/21 8

10 AGR/N4902 Perform pre-spawning process Overview This unit is about selecting healthy broodstock, quarantine and adjusting the broodstock to required hatchery conditions.

11 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4902 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N4902 Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Ensuring use of healthy broodstock Adhering to quarantine restrictions and procedures Adjusting broodstock to required condition Knowledge and Understanding (K) Perform pre-spawning process Perform pre-spawning process This OS unit is about selecting healthy broodstock following the various procedures and restrictions that have to be adhered to and accordingly adjust the broodstock to the hatchery environment and surrounding conditions. This unit/ task covers the following: Ensure use of healthy broodstock Adhering to quarantine restrictions and procedures Adjust broodstock to required conditions Performance Criteria PC1. use healthy broodstock that are not carriers of serious pathogens PC2. decide on use of whether wild broodstock or domesticated broodstock PC3. ensure the appropriate weight of the male and female PC4. obtain adequate background information on origin of the stocks and their past performance, when using domesticated fish to avoid potential genetic problems and associated poor growth and survival due to inbreeding PC5. hold the broodstock in isolation, on their arrival, until their disease status is ascertained PC6. ensure the isolation from all rearing and production areas to avoid any possible cross contamination PC7. hold the shrimps in closed holding area in individual tanks until results for screening of viruses are known PC8. perform waste disposal and effluent treatment PC9. store adequate containers in quarantine room for effective routine movement of fish in and out of the facility PC10. ensure independent supply of water and air in the quarantine with separate treatment and disinfection system PC11. collect waste water into another tank for chlorination and dechlorination before release to environment PC12. dispose the infected animals PC13. mark separately the implements used in the quarantine area PC14. ensure broodstock is not released from quarantine until their health status is clearly known PC15. disinfect the equipments used in the quarantine area periodically PC16. adjust the broodstock to the environmental conditions of the maturation facility and to the types of feed given PC17. ensure difference in temperature between the quarantine area and the maturation facility is gradually reduced

12 AGR/N4902 A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Perform pre-spawning process The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. hatchery methods and techniques KB2. wild and domesticated broodstock KB3. temperature regulation KB4. use of chlorination, chemicals, disinfectants and solutions KB5. adjusting the broodstock to the surrounding condition and type of feed KB6. tools and equipments used for hatchery KB7. standard operating procedures to be followed for hatchery Writing Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to N.A. Reading Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SA1. read magazines and understand about latest technologies in prespawning Oral Communication (Listening & Speaking Skills) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SA2. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring workers and shrimp farmers C. Professional Skills Decision Making The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SB1. make decision on the selection of healthy broodstock Plan and Organize The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SB2. plan on the pre-spawning process Customer Centricity SB3. maintain relationships with farmers, customers and other neighbouring 11

13 AGR/N4902 Perform pre-spawning process workers as well and work well with coordination Problem Solving SB4. identify problems that may arise and take necessary actions Analytical Thinking SB5. monitor if procedures and restrictions of the quarantine are adhered to SB6. reduce the repetitive errors and improve the harvesting process and conditions Critical Thinking SB7. apply, analyze and evaluate the information gathered from observation and experience 12

14 AGR/N4902 Perform pre-spawning process NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4902 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Fisheries Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Aquaculture Next review date 14/06/21 13

15 AGR/N4903 Produce the larvae Overview This unit is about producing the larval by maturing, spawning and hatching, ensuring good broodstock nutrition and disinfecting broodstock.

16 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4903 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N4903 Produce the larvae Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Maturing and breeding the mature fish Performing spawning Carrying out hatching Produce the larvae This OS unit is about producing the seed by maturing, spawning and hatching, ensuring good broodstock nutrition and disinfecting broodstock. This unit/ task covers the following: Mature and breed the mature shrimp Perform Spawning Carry out hatching Screen the broodstock health Disinfect the broodstock Treat spawn Ensure good broodstock nutrition Performance Criteria PC1. control the conditions in the maturation room by keeping them in low light PC2. ensure restricted access to the maturation room with minimum noise, movement and other disturbances PC3. ensure separation of feed preparation area from maturation room PC4. drain the maturation tanks and clean them periodically as per instructions PC5. ensure the equipments used to capture the mature females are clean PC6. perform washing and disinfection without disturbing the broodstock PC7. reduce the risk of disease transfer between females during collective spawning by ensuring individual spawning to happen PC8. ensure best quality water for spawning and hatching tank water PC9. ensure water quality be managed with appropriate temperature, as in the maturation tanks PC10. capture the gravid female PC11. place the female in a container and transfer to the spawning room if spermatophore is present PC12. monitor spawning rate and length of time for the females in maturation PC13. determine good egg production and fertilization bycounting the eggs PC14. transfer the eggs to hatching tanks following the collection PC15. ensure hatching takes place in an isolated and clean room PC16. maintain the water quality with appropriate temperature as with spawning PC17. provide the tanks with enough aeration to keep the eggs moving in suspension PC18. ensure the nauplii appears approximately eight hours after stocking the eggs PC19. stop the aeration at this point in order to harvest the spawn

17 AGR/N4903 Screening broodstock health Disinfecting broodstock Treating spawn Ensuring good broodstock nutrition Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Produce the larvae PC20. place a cover over the tank and allow the healthy nauplii to aggregate in the holes cut in the centre of the cover placed PC21. wash and disinfect the spawn after collecting them PC22. discard the weaker spawn and unhatched eggs remaining in the hatching tank PC23. clean and disinfect the tank with recommended chemical solution PC24. select samples for general health analysis to ensure its free from pathogens PC25. screen the selected broodstock for maturation PC26. immerse the females from the spawning tanks in iodine, after removing and before returning them back to the mating PC27. wash the harvested spawn by treating them with bath immersion to prevent fungal contamination PC28. harvest spawn using a light which attracts them to the water surface PC29. hold the harvested spawn under optimal conditions until they are stocked PC30. wash the material and equipment used to harvest spawn to prevent contamination PC31. ensure good diet and feeding for broodstock in the production PC32. ensure a balanced diet concentrating on the use of feeds high in vitamins, minerals, pigments and fatty acids, which are essential for production of eggs The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. hatchery methods and techniques KB2. maturing, spawning and hatching methods KB3. health analysis and disinfecting broodstock KB4. treating the spawn KB5. feed and nutrition requirements 16

18 AGR/N4903 Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Produce the larvae KB6. temperature regulation KB7. chemicals, disinfectants and solutions used during hatchery production process KB8. procedure to wash the broodstock KB9. handling of broodstock KB10. broodstock health and screening process KB11. use of high powered light microscope, water proof flashlight KB12. tools and equipments used for hatchery KB13. standard operating procedure to be followed for hatchery Writing Skills N.A. Reading Skills SA1. read magazines and understand about latest technologies in larval production Oral Communication (Listening & Speaking Skills) SA2. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring workers C. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. make decision on the production process and analysis Plan and Organize The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:how to SB2. plan on the larval production SB3. use high powered light microscope, water proof flashlight Customer Centricity SB4. maintain relationships with farmers, customers and other neighbouring workers as well and work well with coordination Problem Solving SB5. identify problems that may arise and take necessary actions Analytical Thinking SB6. monitor and maintain the larval production, its nutrients and disinfecting SB7. reduce the repetitive errors and improve the harvesting process and conditions Critical Thinking SB8. apply, analyze and evaluate the information gathered from observation 17

19 AGR/N4903 Produce the larvae and experience 18

20 AGR/N4903 Produce the larvae NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4903 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Fisheries Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Aquaculture Next review date 14/06/21 19

21 AGR/N4904 Perform post-spawning process Overview This unit is about performing post-spawning process by maintaining and managing the spawn produced.

22 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4904 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Rearing larval Maintaining larval nutrition and feed Managing larval health Assessing general larval condition Selecting post larvae for stocking Perform post-spawning process AGR/N4904 Perform post-spawning process This OS unit is about performing post-spawning process by maintaining and managing the larval produced. This unit/ task covers the following: Rear the larvae Maintain larval nutrition and feed Manage larval health Assess general larval condition Select post larvae for stocking Transport and sell the post larvae Performance Criteria PC1. follow restriction on entering the production unit as per procedures to avoid spread of infection PC2. replace the disinfectant solution periodically PC3. rinse the common use equipments after every use PC4. replace the disinfectant as per procedure PC5. check larvae and post larvae routinely for quality, taking in disposable plastic containers, which are disposed after one use PC6. discard the larvae or spawn into a plastic container with sodium hypochlorite or another suitable disinfectant PC7. maintain high standards of feed preparation as per the standard procedure PC8. maintain high standards of hygiene and avoid contamination of feed through appropriate handling PC9. select high quality feeds and store in cool and dry conditions PC10. avoid excessive stocking density of spawn PC11. maintain good water quality for best growth and survival rate PC12. stock spawni in each separate unit of larval rearing tanks within hatchery PC13. monitor quality, quantity and management of feed PC14. check the larvae visually in the rearing tank PC15. assess larval condition by inspecting them periodically as per instruction PC16. observe larval stage, health, activity, swimming, health, behaviour and abundance of feed and faeces in the water, water quality parameters, and the amount of food in the tank PC17. transfer sample larvae to laboratories for a more detailed examination as per instructions PC18. determine prevalence of infections PC19. estimate survival rate of the fry as an indication of the general state of

23 AGR/N4904 Transporting the fry Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Perform post-spawning process health, clinical history and lack of problems during the cycle PC20. select samples and carry out for stress tests when fry mature PC21. ensure the fryare sent for selling generally within a maximum of days from production to avoid damage and spoilage PC22. assist to lift and transport fry in large tanks or boxes PC23. add few granules of washed, new, activated carbon for long duration transport PC24. seal the bags appropriately PC25. use appropriate temperature according to the travel time and distance PC26. follow strict bio security measures as per instruction for transportation PC27. disinfect shipping containers and equipments before and after use The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. hatchery methods and techniques KB2. maturing, spawning and hatching methods KB3. rearing larval and its health management KB4. transportation requirements and procedures KB5. temperature regulation KB6. chemicals, disinfectants and solutions used during hatchery production process KB7. bio-security procedures involved in transportation KB8. nutrient requirements KB9. standard operating procedure to be followed for hatchery KB10. tools and equipments used for hatchery Writing skills N.A. Reading skills 22

24 AGR/N4904 Perform post-spawning process SA1. read magazines and understand about latest technologies in harvesting Oral Communication (Listening & Speaking Skills) SA2. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring workers and shrimp farmers B. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. make decision pertaining to health and nutrient management Plan and Organize SB2. plan on the post-spawning process Customer Centricity SB3. maintain relationships with farmers, customers and other neighbouring workers as well and work well with coordination Problem Solving SB4. identify problems that may arise and take necessary actions Analytical Thinking SB5. monitor and maintain the post-spawning process SB6. reduce the repetitive errors and improve the harvesting process and conditions Critical Thinking SB7. apply, analyze and evaluate the information gathered from observation and experience 23

25 AGR/N4904 Perform post-spawning process NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4904 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Fisheries Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Aquaculture Next review date 14/06/21 24

26 AGR/N4905 Maintain hatchery Overview This unit is about managing hatchery by maintaining the facility and water quality and documenting the produce and other necessary details.

27 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4905 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N4905 Maintain hatchery Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Maintaining the facility Managing water quality Documentation Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Maintain hatchery This OS unit is about managing the hatchery by maintaining facility and water quality and documenting the produce and other necessary details. This unit/ task covers the following: Maintain the hatchery facility Manage water quality Document the hatchery production and other necessary details Performance Criteria PC1. follow sanitary dry out procedure after each cultivation cycle to prevent the transmission of disease agents from one cycle to the next. PC2. clean and disinfect the tanks and equipment on a regular basis after use and before starting a new production cycle PC3. ensure safety measures when handling chemicals used for disinfection PC4. clean and disinfect the incoming water through chlorination and filtration before being distributed to different working areas PC5. adjust temperature of water before it enters production units PC6. ensure all facilities receive water of the same quality and treated in the same way as the water used in the maturation and larval rearing units PC7. document up-to-date system and record-keeping on the harvest PC8. read and follow SOPs regularly and keep up to date The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. hatchery methods and techniques KB2. maturing, spawning and hatching methods KB3. dry out procedure for maintaining hatchery facility KB4. temperature regulation

28 AGR/N4905 Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Maintain hatchery KB5. catridge filter and sand filter for water quality management KB6. chemicals, disinfectants and solutions used during hatchery production process KB7. nutrient requirements KB8. Documentation format for the up to date record keeping of the harvest KB9. standard operating procedure to be followed for hatchery KB10. tools and equipments used for hatchery Writing Skills N.A. Reading skills SA1. read magazines and understand about latest technologies in harvesting Oral Communication (Listening & Speaking Skills) SA2. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring workers C. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. make decisions pertaining to theconcerned area of work Plan and Organize SB2. plan on managing the hatchery Customer Centricity SB3. attend andmake useofexposurevisit SB4. managerelationshipswithlaborersand other co-farmers Problem Solving SB7. Identify problems immediately and takeup solutions quickly to resolve delays Analytical Thinking SB5. monitor and maintain the hatchery SB6. reduce the repetitive errors and improve the harvesting process and conditions Critical Thinking SB7. apply, analyze and evaluate the information gathered from observation 27

29 AGR/N4905 Maintain hatchery and experience 28

30 AGR/N4905 Maintain hatchery NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4905 Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub-sector Fisheries Last reviewed on 14/06/17 Occupation Aquaculture Next review date 14/06/21 29

31 Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker Annexure Nomenclature for QP and NOS Qualifications Pack 9 characters [ABC]/ Q 0101 [Insert 3 letter code for SSC] Q denoting Qualifications Pack QP number (2 numbers) Occupation (2 numbers) Occupational Standard An example of NOS with N 9 characters [ABC] / N 0101 [Insert 3 letter code for SSC] N denoting National Occupational Standard OS number (2 numbers) Occupation (2 numbers) Back to top 30

32 Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker The following acronyms/codes have been used in the nomenclature above: Range of Occupation Sub-sector numbers Agriculture Crop Production Dairying Poultry Animal Husbandry Fisheries Agriculture Allied Activities Forestry, Environment and Renewable Energy Management Agriculture Industries Generic Occupations Sequence Description Example Three letters Industry name AGR Slash / / Next letter Whether QP or NOS Q or N Next two numbers Occupation code 01 Next two numbers OS number 01 Note: The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and future occupations in a segment Occupation numbers from have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any emerging segment in future. 31

33 Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker Job Role Qualification Pack Sector Skill Council CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES Hatchery Production Worker AGR/Q04901 Agriculture Guidelines for Assessment: 1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC. 2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC. 3. Assessment will be conducted for all compulsory NOS, and where applicable, on the selected elective/option NOS/set of NOS. 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below). 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criterion. 5. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 50% of aggregate marks to successfully clear the assessment. 6. In case of unsuccessful completion, the trainee may seek reassessment on the Qualification Pack. Assessment outcomes 1.AGR/Q4901 Fulfill effective hatchery production requirements Assessment Criteria for outcomes PC1. assist in modifying and constructing the hatcheries with separate facilities and supporting infrastructure for each activity. Total Marks Out Of Marks Allocation Theory Skills Practical PC2. consider the potential risks of diseases and its effect on the surroundings PC3. ensure bio-security measures are followed to protect from diseases PC4. sign the documents indicating that the standard operating procedures are read and understood and willing to comply PC5. avoid free movement to restricted areas PC6. take necessary precautions while entering and leaving a production unit to avoid spread of infection PC7. take special care with the vehicles that are brought in after visit from other hatcheries or shrimp farms

34 2.AGR/Q4902 Perform prespawning process Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker PC1. use healthy broodstock that are not carriers of serious pathogens PC2. decide on use of whether wild broodstock or domesticated broodstock PC3. ensure the appropriate weight of the male and female PC 4. obtain adequate background information on origin of the stocks and their past performance, when using domesticated fish to avoid potential genetic problems and associated poor growth and survival due to inbreeding PC5. hold the broodstock in isolation, on their arrival, until their disease status is ascertained PC6. ensure the isolation from all rearing and production areas to avoid any possible cross contamination PC7. hold the fish in closed holding area in individual tanks until results for screening of viruses are known PC8. perform waste disposal and effluent treatment PC9. store adequate containers in quarantine room for effective routine movement of fish in and out of the facility PC10. ensure independent supply of water and air in the quarantine with separate treatment and disinfection system PC11. collect waste water into another tank for chlorination and dechlorination before release to environment PC12. dispose the infected animals PC13. mark separately the implements used in the quarantine area PC14. ensure broodstock is not released from quarantine until their health status is clearly known PC 15. disinfect the equipments used in the quarantine area periodically AGR/Q4903 Produce the larvae PC16. adjust the broodstock to the environmental conditions of the maturation facility and to the types of feed given PC 17. ensure difference in temperature between the quarantine area and the maturation facility is gradually reduced PC1. control the conditions in the maturation room by keeping them in low light PC2. ensure restricted access to the maturation room with minimum noise, movement and other disturbances PC3. ensure separation of feed preparation area from maturation room PC4. drain the maturation tanks and clean them periodically as per instructions PC 5. ensure the equipments used to capture the mature females are clean PC6. perform washing and disinfection without disturbing the broodstock PC 7. reduce the risk of disease transfer between females during collective spawning by ensuring individual spawning to happen PC 8. ensure best quality water for spawning and hatching tank water

35 Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker PC 9. ensure water quality be managed with appropriate temperature as in the maturation tanks PC 10. capture the gravid female PC 11. place the female in a container and transfer to the spawning room if spermatophore is present PC 12. monitor spawning rate and length of time for the females in maturation PC 13. determine good egg production and fertilization by counting the eggs PC 14. transfer the eggs to hatching tanks following the collection PC 15. ensure hatching takes place in an isolated and clean room PC 16. maintain the water quality with appropriate temperature as with spawning PC 17. provide the tanks with enough aeration to keep the eggs moving in suspension PC 18. ensure the nauplii appears approximately eight hours after stocking the eggs PC 19. stop the aeration at this point in order to harvest the nauplii PC 20. place a cover over the tank and allow the healthy nauplii to aggregate in the holes cut in the centre of the cover placed PC 21. wash and disinfect the napulii after collecting them PC 22. discard the weaker nauplii and unhatched eggs remaining in the hatching tank PC 23. clean and disinfect the tank with recommended chemical solution PC 24. select samples for general health analysis to ensure its free from pathogens PC 25. screen the selected broodstock for maturation PC 26. immerse the females from the spawning tanks in iodine, after removing and before returning them back to the mating PC 27. wash the harvested spawn by treating them with bath immersion to prevent fungal contamination AGR/Q4904 Perform postspawning process PC 28. harvest spawn using a light which attracts them to the water surface PC 29. hold the harvested spawn under optimal conditions until they are stocked PC 30. wash the material and equipment used to harvest spawn to prevent contamination PC 31. ensure good diet and feeding for broodstock in the production PC 32. ensure a balanced diet concentrating on the use of feeds high in vitamins, minerals, pigments and fatty acids, which are essential for production of eggs PC 1. follow restriction on entering the production unit as per procedures to avoid spread of infection PC 2. replace the disinfectant solution periodically PC 3. rinse the common use equipments after every use PC 4. replace the disinfectant as per procedure PC 5. check larvae, spawn and fry routinely for quality, taking in disposable plastic containers, which are disposed after one use

36 Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker PC 6. discard the spawn into a plastic container with sodium hypochlorite or another suitable disinfectant PC 7. maintain high standards of feed preparation as per the standard procedure PC 8. maintain high standards of hygiene and avoid contamination of feed through appropriate handling PC 9. select high quality feeds and store in cool and dry conditions PC 10. avoid excessive stocking density of spawn PC 11. maintain good water quality for best growth and survival rate PC 12. stock spawn in each separate unit of larval rearing tanks within hatchery PC 13. monitor quality, quantity and management of feed PC 14. check the larvae visually in the rearing tank PC 15. assess larval condition by inspecting them periodically as per instruction PC 16. observe larval stage, health, activity, swimming, health, behaviour and abundance of feed and faeces in the water, water quality parameters, and the amount of food in the tank PC 17. transfer sample larvae to laboratories for a more detailed examination as per instructions PC18. determine prevalence of infections PC 19. estimate survival rate of the fry as an indication of the general state of health, clinical history and lack of problems during the cycle PC 20. select samples and carry out for stress tests PC 21. ensure the fry are sent for selling generally within a maximum of days from production to avoid damage and spoilage PC 22. assist to lift and transport post larvae in large tanks or boxes PC 23. add few granules of washed, new, activated carbon for long duration transport PC 24. seal the bags appropriately PC 25. use appropriate temperature according to the travel time and distance PC 26. follow strict bio security measures as per instruction for transportation PC 27. disinfect shipping containers and equipments before and after use AGR/Q4905 Maintain hatchery PC 1. follow sanitary dry out procedure after each cultivation cycle to prevent the transmission of disease agents from one cycle to the next. PC 2. clean and disinfect the tanks and equipment on a regular basis after use and before starting a new production cycle PC 3. ensure safety measures when handling chemicals used for disinfection PC 4. clean and disinfect the incoming water through chlorination and filtration before being distributed to different working areas PC 5. adjust temperature of water before it enters production units

37 Qualifications Pack For Hatchery Production Worker PC 6. ensure all facilities receive water of the same quality and treated in the same way as the water used in the maturation and larval rearing units PC 7. document up-to-date system and record-keeping on the harvest PC 8. read and follow SOPs regularly and keep up to date TOTAL