This unit specifies the competencies required to control pests and disease within a honey bee colony. It involves inspecting the bee colony, assessing health and condition of bee brood, assessing health and condition of adult bees and identifying and managing bee pests and diseases.

Summary of Learning Outcomes

1. Prepare to inspect the bee colony/apiary

2. Assess health and condition of bee brood

3. Assess health and condition of adult bees

4. Manage bee pests and diseases