Modification History
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Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
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4 |
SFI11v2.1 |
HLTFA311A Apply first aid replaced with HLTAID003 Provide first aid Superseded units from RII09 Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package replaced with new units from RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package |
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3 |
SFI11v1.3 |
HLTFA301B Apply first aid replaced with HLTFA311A Apply first aid in response to regulatory changes |
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2 |
SFI11v1.1 |
Equivalent imported units updated Included prerequisites in Packaging Rules |
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1 |
SFI11 |
Initial release |
Description
This qualification represents the minimum requirements for an individual commencing a career as an aquaculturist. It provides individuals with an introduction to the aquaculture environment and some basic skills needed in this area of the seafood industry. It is an appropriate level for an individual undertaking work experience, or in a probationary period in employment. It is particularly applicable to school-based studies.
The qualification will have application for people working:
- on aquaculture farms or fishout/put-and-take operations
- in hatcheries and nurseries
- in live post-harvest holding facilities, such as processing plants, wholesalers or transporters
- in pet shops, public aquaria, zoos or other facilities with aquatic animals
- for companies providing contract specialist services for aquaculture operations.
Job roles
An individual operating at this level undertakes a range of basic work activities, such as feeding, handling and harvesting stock, minor construction work, general cleaning and maintenance of stock culture structures. Work is carried out under close direction and supervision and duties may vary between aquaculture enterprises.
Job role titles may include:
- farm hand
- farm labourer
- farm worker.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Entry into this qualification may be:
- by direct entry and without prior aquaculture skills or knowledge
- through a school vocational studies program combined with work experience.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake:
- SFI20111 Certificate II in Aquaculture
- SFI30111 Certificate III in Aquaculture.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing , legislative , regulatory or certification considerations
Competencies in this qualification may require a licence or certification.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
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EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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SFI10111 Certificate I in Aquaculture The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the aquaculture sector for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements and may vary from one agency to another. |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
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Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules
A total of eight (8) units of competency must be achieved.
- four (4) core units plus
- one (1) aquaculture specialist elective units (Group A) plus
- three (3) elective units that may be selected from a combination of:
- Group A aquaculture specialist units not yet selected for this qualification
- Group B elective units
- imported units from this Training Package or any other nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. A maximum of two (2) units can be imported, however, they must align to Certificate I or II level and be relevant to aquaculture operations.
Core units of competency
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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SFICORE101C* |
Apply basic food handling and safety practices |
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SFICORE103C |
Communicate in the seafood industry |
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SFICORE105B |
Work effectively in the seafood industry |
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SFICORE106B |
Meet workplace OHS requirements |
* Note: SFICORE101C is not a required unit for operations that are growing or holding species not destined for human consumption. This includes ornamental or display species, stock for pearls, and stockers for conservation purposes. The unit FDFOP2063A Apply quality systems and procedures, is to be used in its place.
Elective units of competency
Group A : Aquaculture specialist units
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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SFIAQUA102B |
Carry out basic aquaculture activities |
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SFIAQUA220A |
Use waders |
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SFIEMS201B |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Group B : Other elective units
Maintenance and operations support
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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FDFOP1009A |
Follow work procedures to maintain quality |
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RIICCM208D |
Carry out basic levelling |
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RIISAM201D |
Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials |
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RIISAM203D |
Use hand and power tools |
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RIISAM204D |
Operate small plant and equipment |
Occupational health and safety
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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HLTAID003 |
Provide first aid |
Seafood processing
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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SFIPROC101C |
Clean fish* SFIPROC106B Work with knives |
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SFIPROC102C |
Clean work area |
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SFIPROC105B |
Fillet fish and prepare portions* SFIPROC106B Work with knives |
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SFIPROC106B |
Work with knives |
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MTMP2002C |
Prepare animals for slaughter |
Seafood transport and storage
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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TLID1001A |
Shift materials safely using manual handling methods |
