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Indicator 4.1.2.8
by Contact on 8 October 2026
Requirement
The UoC shall ensure that the HMP considers biosecurity risks specific to the types of handling activities and shall include appropriate biosecurity measures to prevent the transfer of disease.
How Do I Interpret This Requirement?
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For developing a site-specific biosecurity mechanism within the HMP, the UoC should consider:
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Biosecurity measures related to the type of handling, e.g.:
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Equipment segregation.
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Equipment disinfection.
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Evidence of Implementation
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HMP includes the considerations for:
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Site-specific biosecurity mechanism.
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Biosecurity specifications related to the type of handling operations.
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Auditors Should Confirm
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The HMP includes the required minimum considerations above.
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Employees are:
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Familiarised with the biosecurity considerations in the HMP by conducting employee interviews and observations.
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Trained on biosecurity specifications related to the type of handling operations by reviewing employees’ training records, conducting employees’ interviews and observations.
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Useful Resources
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Subasinghe, R., Alday-Sanz, V., Bondad-Reantaso, M.G., Jie H., Shinn, A.P., & Sorgeloos P. (2024) Biosecurity: Reducing the burden of disease. World Aquaculture Society.
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Australian Government (unknown) Biosecurity plan and translocation policy guidelines – DAFF
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Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (2023) Guidebook on Biosecurity and Good Aquaculture Policies and Practices for small-scale farmers of tilapia (Oreochromis sp.) and rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss).-and-rainbow-trout-(oncorhynchus-mykiss)) Manual 45pp.