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Supervise cremations

Supervise cremations

Unit of competency
National Code
SIFCCAC011
State Code
WG599
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
16/07/2013
Original Release Date
21/06/2013
Nominal Hours
40
Field of Education
110399 - Personal Services, N.e.c.
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and communicate cremation procedures to staff, other personnel, clients and the general public and to oversee the conduct of cremations. It applies to crematorium staff who ensure that all work is carried 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.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm and advise cremation requirements.
  • 1.1 Liaise with appropriate personnel to confirm cremation requirements.
  • 1.2 Advise relevant staff of relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures for carrying out cremations as required.
  • 1.3 Review and communicate cremation schedules to appropriate personnel.
  • 1.4 Advise appropriate personnel of special requirements and cremation procedures as required.
  • 1.5 Advise relevant staff of cremation equipment operations.
2. Supervise conduct of cremations.
  • 2.1 Monitor cremation schedules to assist with efficient operations.
  • 2.2 Assist staff to resolve scheduling difficulties and deal with contingencies.
  • 2.3 Monitor conduct of cremations.
  • 2.4 Address general and technical problems that arise during and after cremation and assist staff in their resolution as appropriate.
  • 2.5 Identify potential or actual breaches of relevant legislation or workplace policies and procedures and take appropriate action.
  • 2.6 Monitor relevant documentation and take corrective action as required.
  • 2.7 Evaluate cremations to inform continuous improvement processes.
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State Code National Code Title Type
J578 SIF40113 Certificate IV in Funeral Services Qualification