Set the alarm for 7:00 a.m.

Web alarm clock for 7:00 a.m.

Before taking milkfish from the pens, you can use this quiet moment to set out the tubs, check the landing net, and make sure the path from the water is clear. An alarm for 7:00 am marks the point when preparation gives way to receiving the fish, so you are not watching the clock while your hands are busy at the pen.

While arranging the gear for the milkfish, check whether your phone is in silent mode and confirm that the alarm produces an audible sound at the volume you expect. A quick test beforehand can reveal whether the alert is only appearing on screen. Keep this browser alarm open and the phone awake: if the page is closed or the phone sleeps, the milkfish handover may begin without any alarm sounding.

Because the household may still be starting its morning at 7:00 am, place the phone close enough for you to hear without making the alert carry through every room. Choose a distinct but moderate tone, and avoid leaving it beside a shared wall or near someone who has worked a night shift. You can also prepare your footwear and containers near the door, reducing the noise and movement needed when the alarm sounds.