Emergency power must be provided to critical life support systems such as aeration, filtration, and lighting. Loss of power can result in catastrophic losses in just a few hours especially under conditions of increased temperature and high stocking densities. Tank support must be carefully considered in terms of weight distribution and construction materials. Wooden supports are not appropriate. Rooms also need to have a net disinfection system.
Nets are never to be used among tanks or experiments.
Dry areas are extremely hard to come by in aquatic facilities. This area should display procedures, emergency procedures, contact information, feeding schedules, water quality reports and any other important data. Water quality levels are monitored and maintained at levels appropriate for specific organisms. Feed Feed is to be wholesome, palatable, free of contaminants, and kept in sealed containers. Cleaning agents are to be stored away from the food.