Hygienic Fish Handling Practices by Fishermen: a Case Study from India

This book attempts to highlight the extent of adoption of hygienic fish handling practices among the mechanized fishermen of Thoothukudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. In the Indian context, people are much concerned about post harvest hygienic activities practiced in processing plants. The onboard handling of fish is generally neglected. However, the onboard handling of fish plays a very important role as far as the quality and safety of food for human consumption is concerned. It is essential that all the mechanised fishermen be undertaken induction training so that they understand the food safety risks associated with handling fish. They need to be trained in basic hygiene and handling to ensure the production of safe seafood.