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Reinstate vaults or crypts

Reinstate vaults or crypts

Unit of competency
National Code
SIFCBCR014
State Code
WG579
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
10/10/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/07/2013
Field of Education
110399 - Personal Services, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
16/07/2013
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to close and seal mausoleum crypts or below ground burial vaults after burials. It applies to cemetery and crematorium staff involved in burial work, and involves working with some level of autonomy and according to work health and safety, relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to close vault or crypt.
  • 1.1 Liaise with supervisor and team members to identify and confirm work requirements.
  • 1.2 Confirm correct vault or crypt to close.
  • 1.3 Identify, prepare and use personal protective equipment.
  • 1.4 Select and assemble tools and equipment according to work requirements.
  • 1.5 Check tools and equipment for serviceability and report faults.
  • 1.6 Detect safety hazards and report hazard or excavate area.
  • 1.7 Place lifting device or equipment for safe access to vault or crypt.
  • 1.8 Remove flowers from top of coffin or casket according to client requirements.
  • 1.9 Fill vaults or move coffin or casket to rear of crypt.
  • 1.10 Identify, analyse and implement risk treatments for entering and exiting vaults or crypts.
2. Close and seal vault or crypt.
  • 2.1 Release internal drainage and ventilation seals between rear and front crypt as required.
  • 2.2 Place vault or crypt lid for sealing and seal lid according to future access requirements.
  • 2.3 Reinstate face plate.
  • 2.4 Use tools and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
3. Clean work area.
  • 3.1 Clean exterior of vault or crypt to cemetery’s presentation standard.
  • 3.2 Remove, clean and store tools and equipment.
  • 3.3 Present vault or crypt according to client requirements.
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State Code National Code Title Type
J576 SIF30213 Certificate III in Gravedigging, Grounds and Maintenance Qualification