Disinfect fishing tackle, nets, sacks, footwear and other equipment such as boats, before moving to other waters. Cleaning and disinfection procedures should also be applied to equipment used in fishery remedial work, such as bank repairs and stock netting. Ask to see any fish health records or certificates. This is a process which can be exercised at several levels. Disinfection Advice on disinfection may be obtained from the FHI , local veterinary surgeons, or your local Environment Agency office .
Many disinfectants are extremely poisonous to fish and shellfish.
Footwear and all equipment, especially nets, should be thoroughly rinsed with tap water after cleaning and disinfecting. Care must be taken in disposing of waste water containing disinfectants and washings must be disposed of in a way that does not harm the environment. They should never be allowed to drain directly into water containing fish, shellfish or other aquatic life. You must ensure that vehicles used for the carriage of live fish or shellfish are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected both before moving fish and as soon as possible after unloading. You must also make sure that no water escapes from the vehicle and that any water changes take place only at approved water stations.