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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for beekeeping work
   • Identify required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided
   • Carry out checks on all materials, tools and equipment and report insufficient or faulty items
   • Use correct manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials
   • Select personal protective equipment and check before use
   • Confirm the activity to be undertaken and take steps to control hazards and risks
   • Clarify instructions from supervisor where necessary
2. Undertake beekeeping work as directed
   • Carry out interactions with other staff, apiary site owners and customers in a professional manner
   • Follow supervisor’s instructions with regards to handling and disposing materials
   • Use appropriate bee-handling techniques as required
   • Tell the supervisor if there are any problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines
3. Handle materials and equipment
   • Handle and transport materials, tools and equipment
   • Handle waste material produced during work
   • Maintain a clean and safe work site
4. Clean up on completion of work
   • Return materials to store or dispose of
   • Clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
   • Report work outcomes, seek feedback on performance and note any required improvements for future action

Range Statement

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Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

handle frames and honey or other hive products for human consumption

prepare and handle materials, tools and equipment

repair and maintain hives

work safely around and with bees.

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of beekeeping work

bee-handling techniques

food safety regulations

tools and equipment.

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