Wedges. They are cut from scrap wood and are a few inches long and maybe an
inch square depending on the source. I always carry a few in the pocket of
my beekeeping tool belt. They can level a hive, stop a hive rocking on its
stand, or act as an extra hand when easing open a stuck hive. Lever a small
gap with the hive tool and insert the thin end of the wedge. You can then bent
down to see what the problem is or to add smoke without risking your back by
supporting the weight and twisting. This and other useful tools and tips
are to be found on the Dorset BKA web site.
Chris
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