Backyard Beekeeping Q&A 359 Very Important Safety Discussion

June brings some opportunities to help your colonies, and please do not take risks when using Oxalic Acid to remove varroa from your hives. I want YOU to Bee SAFE. Today's topics: Chapters and time-stamps generously provided by: Adam Holmes 00:00 introduction 09:17 Oxalic Acid CAN Permanently Damage Your Eyes and Lungs. 22:09 Do foragers only forage on one plant species? 32:00 Can foragers get AFB from the landfill? 40:15 Swapping Hive Locations VS Splitting the Same Hive 47:18 How do I use Formic Pro in a Long Langstroth? 53:11 How do I keep sugar syrup away from my honey frames? 55:55 Will venting cause the Queen to lay further down the line? 01:01:16 Fluff, the week ahead LINKS TO SAFETY EQUIPMENT: If "Amz" is in a link,, it's an affiliate link. Respirator Cartridge: https://amzn.to/3RWCKH0 Mouth & Nose Respirator: https://amzn.to/4oAeAOD Full Face Respirator (verify the correct filter): https://amzn.to/4op77lx GOGGLES, What to look for: Choose goggles explicitly rated ANSI Z87.1 (for impact and chemical splash protection) featuring indirect ventilation (caps over the vents to allow airflow while blocking liquids/vapors) or non-vented designs. Shopping? Always ask for "The Frederick Dunn Discount." It can't hurt, and many viewers have reported that many sellers will make concessions on the spot. At the very worst, you'll pay the same as everyone else. SMOKER PELLETS: These are my all-time favorite, top-performing, long-burning pellets for your smoker. (Non-Profit Seller): Switch-Grass Pellets burn longer and cooler than any I've used. https://nwpabeekeepers.org/pay-member... I invite you to support our Veterans, every little bit counts: https://hivesforheroes.org/ Join the conversation, The Way To Bee Fellowship:   / 3062274013832702   Listen to The Way To Bee Podcast while you work: https://frederickdunn.podbean.com/ This channel is always FREE. Many viewers have asked how they can support my work. Here is my Patreon Page: (All donations go directly into developing the content you see here.) Thank you! patreon.com/user?u=27025526 MERCHANDISE, I do have shirts, coffee cups, and canvas bags that I branded and designed The Way To Bee. https://freds-fine-products.creator-s... #frederickdunn #beekeeping #thewaytobee #honeybee