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Drive funeral vehicles

Drive funeral vehicles

Unit of competency
National Code
SIFXVHC001
State Code
WG644
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely and professionally drive mourning coaches, limousines, hearses and funeral escort vehicles. It applies to funeral home staff who drive funeral vehicles under supervision or as part of a team, 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. Plan and prepare for journey.
  • 1.1 Liaise with appropriate staff to identify and confirm work requirements.
  • 1.2 Place courtesy equipment in vehicle as required.
  • 1.3 Identify destination on map.
  • 1.4 Determine most appropriate route and an alternative route according to workplace policies and procedures.
  • 1.5 Liaise with security personnel or consultants and confirm police assistance or escorts for funeral processions when required.
2. Drive funeral vehicles.
  • 2.1 Drive funeral vehicle according to relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 2.2 Refer to map where required and follow planned route.
  • 2.3 Determine and follow funeral cortege positioning, move off sequence and signalling.
  • 2.4 Anticipate and avoid road and traffic hazards using defensive driving tactics.
  • 2.5 Park and secure funeral vehicle at destination.
3. Use electronic equipment.
  • 3.1 Check equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
  • 3.2 Confirm backup communication strategies and liaise with relevant personnel regarding operation and coordination procedures.
  • 3.3 Use electronic equipment according to relevant legislation.
  • 3.4 Transmit and receive messages.
  • 3.5 Implement backup communication strategies.
4. Interact with mourners.
  • 4.1 Communicate with mourners in an appropriate manner.
  • 4.2 Open and close vehicle doors for mourners.
  • 4.3 Adjust vehicle climate according to client requirements.
  • 4.4 Provide courtesy equipment according to client requirements.
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State Code National Code Title Type
J574 SIF20113 Certificate II in Funeral Operations Qualification