General Precautions - Flow Hive Instruction Manual

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Beekeeping requires specialist skills, carries inherent dangers
and is often subject to regulation.
Honey bees are wild insects. Highly organised, endlessly fascinating, and to be
treated with care, respect and caution at all times.
Get Educated: If you are new to beekeeping there are a number of skills that
you need to acquire in order to safely and successfully keep bees. We strongly
recommend taking a beekeeping course before you put bees in your hive. We
also encourage you to keep learning: take advanced courses, join your local
beekeepers' association, and meet and network with other beekeepers.
Follow the Rules: Regulations and guidelines for keeping bees vary greatly.
Check with your local council, local and state primary industries and agriculture
authorities, and link up with your nearest beekeepers' association to find
out what is required in your jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions ban or restrict
beekeeping, or require hives to be registered.
Understand the Risks: Bees can sting humans, pets and other animals. Make
sure you understand the risks and take precautions. See 'Safety Precautions'
for further information.
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