The vital importance of adhering to biosecurity precautions before, during and after filming at salmon farms cannot be stressed enough.
Prior to filming in 2018, Scottish Salmon Watch sought advice from the Scottish Government on 'Biosecurity & Disinfection':
The Scottish salmon farming industry's 'Code of Good Practice' was consulted - including:
And:
As per the advice of the Scottish Government, Scottish Salmon Watch uses Virkon S disinfectant before and after filming.
Virkon S is purchased as a powder to which water is added.
More details from Don Staniford on the importance of taking biosecurity precautions: