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Level of fouling rank scale – an updated guideline

Author:  
Ian Davidson, Oli Floerl, Lauren Fletcher, Patrick Cahill, Cawthron Institute
Source:  
Cawthron Institute | Auckland Council
Publication date:  
2019
Topics:  
Environment

Level of fouling

A method for rapidly characterising biofouling on the submerged surfaces of boats or ships. The LoF scale

  • It is a ranking scale with six categories ranging from zero to five
  • Categories are based on the amount of biofouling you can see on a vessel’s submerged surfaces
  • It is a straightforward method for consistent scoring of vessel biofouling that can be related to biosecurity risk

 



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