Hard Skills
IntermediateHarvesting Equipment OperationThe ability to operate specialized aquaculture machinery such as hydraulic winches, mussel strippers, and grading machines used in the extraction and processing of mussels.
IntermediateGrading and Quality ControlSelecting and sorting mussels based on size, health, and shell integrity while removing debris or predators from the harvest lines.
IntermediateMaritime Safety and Emergency ResponseAdherence to safety protocols specific to marine environments, including proper use of personal flotation devices (PFDs), man-overboard procedures, and cold-water survival techniques.
IntermediateSmall Vessel HandlingBasic navigation and maneuvering of small workboats and barges used to transport harvesters and equipment to aquaculture sites.
BeginnerGear Maintenance and RepairRoutine cleaning and mending of mussel socks, ropes, floats, and anchoring systems to ensure the structural integrity of the farm.