Florist shop maintenance
Unit summary
An important part of a florist’s daily routine is making sure that the shop and any items used in the shop are kept in a clean and safe condition. This is important both for the health of the flowers and plants, and the safety of staff and customers.
This unit aims to provide a basic understanding of shop maintenance in a floristry environment. You will learn how to clean and maintain a florists shop, and why these cleaning measures are necessary. You will be shown how to use cleaning equipment in a safe manner, in order to make the shop look presentable.
Presentation is an important aspect of floristry and this includes the appearance of the shop. Things such as torn lino, faulty light bulbs and messy work areas create a bad image and should be attended to as soon as possible. You will be shown what to look for and what to do about it, in order to make your shop always look its best.
Unit details
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03 Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care
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03.2
Horticulture and Forestry
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07 Retail and Commercial Enterprise
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07.1
Retailing and Wholesaling
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14 Preparation for Life and Work
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14.2
Preparation for Work