Green Practices Guideline for Fisheries Sector

2.2 GUIDELINE IMPLEMENTATION To successfully integrate green practices into existing operations and processes, manufacturers in the fisheries industry are recommended to follow the following three steps: STAGE 1: ASSESSMENT Understand the Assessment Requirements: Familiarise yourself with the assessment criteria outlined in the Green Practices Data Collection Form (Appendix 2) for the six indicators described in Section 2.3. For the fisheries sector, these indicators may include sustainable fishing methods, habitat conservation, bycatch reduction, community engagement, traceability, and responsible aquaculture. Refer to the Indicator Instrument Factsheet (Appendix 3) for detailed information on each indicator, including goals, targets, terminologies, data sources, and collection methods specific to the fisheries sector. Prepare Relevant Documents: Gather the necessary documents and records as evidence of green practices implementation in the fisheries sector. These may include catch records, fishing licenses, habitat monitoring reports, community engagement plans, traceability documentation, and certifications such as Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) or Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC). These documents serve as proof of compliance with sustainable fishing practices. Conduct Assessment: Evaluate green practices according to the criteria established for each sub-indicator specific to the fisheries sector. Present the relevant documents as proof of implementation during the assessment process. Scores will be assigned based on the criteria, and the overall mark for each indicator will be calculated by multiplying the sum of sub-indicator scores with their assigned weightage. The weightage reflects the applicability and importance of the indicator to the fisheries sector. The total score can be translated into a rating system, such as a star rating or a certification label, to communicate the level of sustainability achieved. 1 Assessment Set Targets for Improvement 2 Implement Green Practice 3 33 GREEN PRACTICES GUIDELINE FOR FISHERIES SECTOR (AQUACULTURE)