Assessment Requirements for AHCBEK404 Provide bee pollination services

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for AHCBEK404 Provide bee pollination services

Modification History

Release	TP Version	Comment
1	AHCv1.0	Initial release

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:

assess hive condition and suitability for pollination

calculate strength and numbers of bee colonies required to pollinate crop

identify suitable locations within crop or site for hive placement

manage the pollination process by honey bee colonies

monitor chemical use near hives

monitor climate and weather

monitor hive activity on target crop

negotiate a price for pollination with a customer.

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

chemicals used on crops to be pollinated and available alternatives

environmental and climatic factors affecting bee foraging behaviour and pollination

essential elements of a valid contract

how to manage the health and performance of bee colonies

pollination requirements of major crops in locality of operation, including nearby crops and plants that may be more attractive to foraging bees

the nutrition and water requirements of bees

where to locate colonies to maximise pollination

how to negotiate a price and formalise an agreement for pollination services.

Assessment Conditions

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.education.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72