Unit Award Scheme

121482 USING TOOLS AND BUSHCRAFT AT FOREST SCHOOL

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	identify all the items of PPE (personal protective equipment) used when working with Forest School tools and explain their functions and importance	Summary sheet
2	follow the key tool safety rules when working with tools	Summary sheet
3	explain what the 'blood zone' is and why it is important to keep others out of it	Summary sheet
4	use a fire lighter to light a fire and maintain the fire independently	Summary sheet
5	use a folding saw or bow saw to independently cut wood on five occasions	Summary sheet
6	find and prepare dry wood for a fire	Summary sheet
7	identify the key difference between green and dead wood	Summary sheet
8	use at least two different tools to create an item of woodland craft	Summary sheet
9	use a whittling knife to whittle a piece of wood safely	Summary sheet
10	safely light and use a Kelly kettle to boil water.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 2 July 2024Level - Entry Level