Introduction to Deepwater Commercial Fishing

Type Micro-credential 
Size/Credits 33 
Level 2 
Sector Seafood 
Owner Primary ITO 
Developer Primary ITO 
Primary topic Production systems 
Secondary topic None 
Current? N – no organisations currently offer this qualification 
Pre-employment and/or On-the-job Vocational 
Qualification Introduction to Deepwater Commercial Fishing (Micro-credential) (Level 2) 4079 
Learner outcomes / graduate profile LO 1 – Describe the characteristics of contaminated seafood product, and use hygienic practices when working with seafood to avoid contamination on a deep water commercial fishing vessel.
LO 2 – Describe and apply safe work practices, and participate as a crew member on a deep water commercial fishing vessel.
LO 3 – Describe the responsibilities of a seafood industry worker on a deep water commercial fishing vessel, under the Fisheries Act 1996.
LO 4 – Identify common parts, fittings and equipment on a deep water commercial fishing vessel 
Stackable Not currently 
Link to other learning 
Development / approval date 8/1/2019 
More information at [email protected] ; 0800 208 020 
Comments Candidates must be employed in a role on a deep water commercial fishing vessel.