Training

Start Beekeeping in 2013

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Been thinking about keeping bees?  Want to find out more?

This One-Day course will help you decide if beekeeping is for you and answer the questions you have about this fascinating craft. The course is classroom based in the centre of Haverfordwest and no previous knowledge or equipment is needed to attend it.  Course Frame AssemblyNo bees will be present at the course! Click here to find out more about the course and to reserve a place.

Inspecting a hive at Scolton Manor 1

Following this course we suggest that you come to practical meetings for beginners at the Association’s Apiary and put what you will have learned into practice under the guidance of experienced beekeepers.

URGENT: Important changes to WBKA (PBKA) Public Liability Policy

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The WBKA Insurance provider on 10th May 2012 issued an endorsement regarding the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for beekeeping activities.

 Condition L97: Personal Protective Equipment  reads:

L97 – PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Condition

It is a condition precedent to liability under this Insurance that:-

1.            all EMPLOYEES and members of the public are made aware of the dangers of not using personal protective equipment,

2.            personal protective equipment is provided to all members of the public when engaging in beekeeping activities,

3.            a register is maintained which demonstrates that EMPLOYEES and members of the public have received appropriate training and are fully conversant with the way in which to access such personal protective equipment prior to engaging in beekeeping activities.

Therefore prior to undertaking beekeeping activities with members of the public / employees the need for personal protective equipment should be explained. Following this a list (register) needs to be kept of the people receiving instruction in the use of the PPE. They should sign the list as you may need to demonstrate they have had the appropriate training before engaging in beekeeping activities in the event of a claim.

If you have any questions regarding the above please feel free to contact me via email at Rhodri.gp.powell@sky.com

Kind regards,

Rhodri

Rhodri Powell

WBKA Insurance Officer

146 Pandy Road, Bedwas, CF83 8EP

Email :  Rhodri.gp.powell@sky.com

Website:    www.cardiffbeekeepers.co.uk

Twitter:      @cardiffbees

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Apiary meeting for beginners at Scolton Manor – Sunday 6th May 2012

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Please be advised that the first apiary meeting at Scolton Manor for beginners (who are also PBKA members), will be commencing at 2pm on Sunday 6th May. Note that parking will be available behind the garden wall and the access to it is as follows. After entering the Scolton Manor site, drive up past Scolton Manor House and take the right hand fork, pass the turning to the apiary on the left and then go through the gateway on the left. Park in the area in front of the large shed and please ensure that you park sensibly in order to leave room for others.

If the weather should take a turn for the worse, or you have any queries in the meantime, please contact me on 07988 037571.

NB. Please be sure to bring your beesuit if you have one (some suits are available for those without) together with suitable gloves (e.g. a pair of Marigolds) and wear suitable high ankled footwear such as wellingtons to protect your ankles (Not Crocs!!).

Note that persons with known severe allergic reactions to bee stings must advise the beekeeper in charge on the day and may not be allowed to enter the apiary area.   Please note also that pets, and children who are not actively participating, are not permitted.

Paul Eades

Apiary Manager