Unit Award Scheme

108502 MAKING A WOODEN SOLITARY BEE HOME

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	take part in a discussion about why bee habitats are under threat	Summary sheet
2	take part in a discussion about why bees are important to humans	Summary sheet
3	take part in a discussion about the different groups of bees	Summary sheet
4	take part in a discussion about what media to use to make a bee habitat	Summary sheet
5	mark where the wood will be cut according to the design provided	Summary sheet
6	cut the wood using a work bench and saw	Summary sheet
7	mark, drill and countersink the pilot holes	Summary sheet
8	assemble the wooden shell of the solitary bee home using a drill and screws	Summary sheet
9	mark where the bamboo canes will be cut ensuring they are slightly shorter than the depth of the wooden shell	Summary sheet
10	cut the bamboo canes using a work bench and hack saw	Summary sheet
11	secure in a sheltered, sunny and dry spot 30-300cm off the ground	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
12	at least three safety aspects of the tools used, eg wear ear and eye protection when using a drill.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 10 August 2017Level - Entry Level