WAC 296-17A-4812. Classification 4812

4812-00 Farms: Finfish and shellfish hatcheries Applies to: Establishments engaged in hatchery operations for the raising of finfish or shellfish, or their eggs. Work in this classification includes , but is not limited to: • Spawning of larvae; • Growing and testing algae (food for shellfish in larvae state); • Seeding of shells in tanks; • Loading of seeded shells for shipment or transportation to natural waters; • Spawning finfish; • Harvesting; • Management of water flow temperature and exchange rate; • Laboratory work when performed by employees of an employer subject to this classification. Note : The term "harvest" includes the sale of seeded shells, larvae, fish eggs, and whole fish. What activities are not included in this classification? • Placement of seeded shells or larvae into natural waters; • Harvesting of mature shellfish or the related processing of packaging of shellfish (report in classification 3304 or 4805 as applicable); and • Contractors hired by farm to install, repair or build any hatchery equipment or structures (report in the classification applicable to the work being performed). Special note : See classification 4805 for related information. The farm labor contractor provision is not applicable to classification 4812.