Unit Award Scheme

79330 WOODLAND CRAFT SKILLS: USING A BILLHOOK

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	listen to instructions given by the person demonstrating	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
2	at least three hazards associated with using a billhook	Summary sheet
3	how these hazards can be avoided	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
4	choose an appropriate piece of green wood to work with	Summary sheet
5	choose a stable surface to work on	Summary sheet
6	stand or kneel in the correct stance opposite a partner	Summary sheet
7	hold the billhook horizontally	Summary sheet
8	hold the billhook correctly with one hand wrapped around the handle, the other braced on the back of the blade	Summary sheet
9	ensure that the partner is ready by checking verbally before commencing to use the mallet	Summary sheet
10	use a mallet to gently tap the billhook into the wood	Summary sheet
11	split a piece of wood using the technique described	Summary sheet
12	maintain a consistent focus on the task in hand	Summary sheet
13	store a billhook safely in its sheath between uses	Summary sheet
14	show awareness of the safety of others during this activity.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 6 August 2009Level - Entry Level