![]() This topic provides an introduction to the biological, physical and chemical aspects of occupational safety, with emphasis on zoonoses, personal hygiene practices and personnel vaccination. Aquarium maintenance will also be covered. ![]() Concepts of quarantine and disinfection will also be introduced. Principles of aquarium setup for fresh water and marine systems, with the monitoring of water quality conditions in freshwater and seawater, will be covered in this topic. Diagnostic methods such as simple skin scrapes and submission of biological samples to the laboratory will be discussed. ![]() This topic will cover general health signs, recognition and treatment of common diseases. Participants will be introduced to the daily care of freshwater and marine systems, general health signs, fish nutrition and types of feed and storage conditions, handling and restraint, behaviour and emergency preparedness, as well as common diseases and the treatment and control of the spread of diseases. It will also cover legislation on the sale of medicines and medications in the local context. This topic will introduce participants to the legislations governing the import and export of animals, including CITES, animal welfare, the responsibility of pet shop owners, and the conditions for granting pet shop licenses. To provide knowledge about client education as part of their responsibility in promoting responsible pet ownership To impart skills and knowledge important for responsible animal care and welfare amongst the pet retail shop personnel
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