This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely assemble and disassemble beehives, identify and repair damaged components, and treat hive components according to biosecurity and legislative requirements.

The unit applies to beekeepers who work under routine supervision. This includes identifying and providing solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.

State and territory legislation, regulations and local government by-laws apply in some jurisdictions to beehive ownership and compliance with biosecurity codes of practice.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Confirm construction plans, hive components, other materials and equipment required for hive assembly, repair and treatment with supervisor
Check and inspect stored hive components for availability and suitability for use
Remove faulty components from store and replace, repair or discard according to workplace procedures
Identify health and safety hazards and take action according to workplace procedures
Select, ensure serviceability, fit and use personal protective equipment
Inspect hives to identify necessary repairs, scope of job, materials and tools required
Treat hive components where inspection or testing indicated presence of pests or diseases according to supervisor instructions, biosecurity procedures and product label
Assemble or repair hive components according to workplace procedures
Apply treatments to preserve hive components appropriate for materials used and according to workplace procedures, product label and safety data sheets
Mark hive components with beekeeper identifier according to state or territory legislation
Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines to supervisor
Maintain a clean and safe work site while working
Return, store or dispose of materials according to workplace waste management and biosecurity procedures
Clean, maintain and store equipment
Report work outcomes according to workplace procedures

Assessment Cover Sheet

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