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Collect and store propolis

Collect and store propolis

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCBEK401
State Code
BAO36
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to collect and store propolis. It applies to those involved in the specialist production of propolis in line with food safety and quality assurance requirements.This unit applies to beekeepers who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to collect propolis
  • 1.1 Select or acquire suitable colony
  • 1.2 Clean and sanitise equipment to be used in collection of propolis
  • 1.3 Select and check suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) before use
  • 1.4 Identify work health and safety hazards and take action to minimise risks to self and others
  • 1.5 Construct and install suitable propolis trap or create cracks for bees to place propolis
  • 1.6 Stimulate propolis production by manipulation of environmental conditions
2. Collect and store propolis
  • 2.1 Remove propolis from hive frames, lids, boxes or propolis trap
  • 2.2 Comply with quality assurance and food safety requirements throughout collection and storage of propolis
  • 2.3 Observe personal hygiene requirements including washing hands and wearing clean clothing
  • 2.4 Select appropriate extraction method and extract propolis
  • 2.5 Store extracted propolis in appropriate clean and dry conditions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6685 AHCBEK401A Collect and store propolis Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAO49 AHCBEK307 Collect and store propolis Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDC0 AHC32016 Certificate III in Beekeeping Qualification