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1. Chemical: Use of cleaner on surfaces. Could it be a hazard? Yes, but in our SSOP we have a second rinse step to remove residue, so it is not a CCP because it is handled someplace else in the plans.
2. Physical: Knife chips in the roots, cuttings, or fish fillets. Could it be a hazard? Yes, but in our SOPs in our work flow all knives are inspected at the start of all working and at three-hour breaks, or all products are passed through a metal detector. So, it is not critical control point.

Best Aquaculture Practices (BAPs)

Based on BAPs, the five pillars of responsible aquaculture are environmental responsibility, animal health and welfare, food safety, social responsibility, and traceability. Critical requirement include record keeping and traceability, worker safety and hygiene, and biosecurity. More information on BAPs can be found at (https://www.bapcertification.org/).

Propagation Permits

Commercial fisheries propagation permits are required by state wildlife agencies for culture and sale of aquatic organisms. Information provided includes the name and location of the business, water source, flooding likelihood, discharge information, how the brood stock was obtained, quantity and type of species produced, and the type of production system. Required information and cost of the permit will vary by state.