Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 4:40 AM AWST
23/07/2026 4:40 AM AWST
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Set facial features
Set facial features
Unit of competency
National Code
SIFMWK007A
SIFMWK007A
State Code
S7084
S7084
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/12/2013
Field of Education
110399 - Personal Services, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
06/12/2013
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to disinfect and close body cavities using correct techniques and following OHS and infection control practices.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Conduct preparatory procedures for setting facial features.
- 1.1 Identify and prepare mortuary area and appropriate instruments and equipment according to workplace policies and procedures, relevant legislation and infection control practices.
- 1.2 Prepare and use personal protective equipment according to workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation.
- 1.3 Identify and respect social, cultural and religious requirements.
2 Disinfect and close eyes.
- 2.1 Cleanse, disinfect, dry and relieve inner and outer canthus of eyes of rigor mortis using swabs.
- 2.2 Collect and dispose of soiled cotton in biowaste container.
- 2.3 Apply massage cream to eye caps or cotton and place onto eyeball.
- 2.4 Close upper eyelid 2/3 down and lower eyelid 1/3 up and apply suturing techniques as required.
- 2.5 Check correct balance with an aneurysm needle across the bridge of nose.
3 Disinfect and close mouth.
- 3.1 Remove any dental prostheses and clean with a brush and disinfectant soap.
- 3.2 Thoroughly disinfect complete oral cavity, including teeth, gums and tongue and cleanse with cotton soaked in appropriate disinfectant.
- 3.3 Dry oral cavity and pack posterior region with cotton.
- 3.4 Select and apply appropriate mouth closure method.
- 3.5 Use mouth former or cotton to replace missing teeth as required.
- 3.6 Pad buccal cavities with cotton or other appropriate material to fill out natural contours.
- 3.7 Model mouth and lips into a pleasing, natural position.
4 Clean up tools, equipment and mortuary area.
- 4.1 Clean, disinfect or sterilise instruments and equipment according to workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation.
- 4.2 Dispose of waste materials according to workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation.
- 4.3 Store instruments and equipment according to workplace policies and procedures and report faults.
- 4.4 Clean and disinfect mortuary area according to workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
personal protective equipment
positioning devices
sterilisation equipment
sterilisation chemicals and solutions
dressing table
disinfectant hand solution, paper towels and soap
body grooming equipment
pedestal lamps
linen
first aid kit
packs of padding
cotton packer
plastic sheeting for wrapping bodies
waterproof tape
capsules for transporting babies
aneurysm needle
scissors
mouth former
forceps
nasal tube aspirator.
standard operating policies and procedures
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
OHS procedures, including:
infection control procedures
manual handling procedures
material handling procedures, including hazardous or infectious materials
emergency procedures, including fire and accident procedures
security procedures.
OHS
Anatomy Act
Human Tissue Act
Skin Penetration Act
Coroner's Act
Public Health Act
Environment Protection Act
local government regulations
funeral services industry code of practice
Worksafe Australia certification and standards.
checking for infectious and transmittable disease
using personal protective equipment
sterilising apparatus and instruments
providing sterile storage areas for instruments
using disinfectants
safe removal and disposal of soiled and contaminated garments
safe ventilation
avoiding invasive procedures on bodies
immunisation
periodic X-rays
seeking medical advice
recording injury and incidence
reporting injury and incidence
providing first aid kit
performing first aid as necessary
labelling clothing.
disposable gloves
heavy duty gloves
barrier gown or suit
waterproof overshoes
waterproof aprons
splash proof masks
eye goggles
face visor
hair cover.
dress standards
gender of embalming personnel
time required between death and burial or cremation
orientation of the deceased person
restrictions on methods of embalming permissible.
individual
baseball stitch
single intradermal
double intradermal
inversion
interlocking
continuous
'N'
purse string.
nasomandibular
musculature.
personal protective equipment
positioning devices
sterilisation equipment
sterilisation chemicals and solutions
dressing table
disinfectant hand solution, paper towels and soap
body grooming equipment
pedestal lamps
linen
first aid kit
packs of padding
cotton packer
plastic sheeting for wrapping bodies
waterproof tape
capsules for transporting babies
aneurysm needle
scissors
mouth former
forceps
nasal tube aspirator.
standard operating policies and procedures
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
OHS procedures, including:
infection control procedures
manual handling procedures
material handling procedures, including hazardous or infectious materials
emergency procedures, including fire and accident procedures
security procedures.
OHS
Anatomy Act
Human Tissue Act
Skin Penetration Act
Coroner's Act
Public Health Act
Environment Protection Act
local government regulations
funeral services industry code of practice
Worksafe Australia certification and standards.
checking for infectious and transmittable disease
using personal protective equipment
sterilising apparatus and instruments
providing sterile storage areas for instruments
using disinfectants
safe removal and disposal of soiled and contaminated garments
safe ventilation
avoiding invasive procedures on bodies
immunisation
periodic X-rays
seeking medical advice
recording injury and incidence
reporting injury and incidence
providing first aid kit
performing first aid as necessary
labelling clothing.
disposable gloves
heavy duty gloves
barrier gown or suit
waterproof overshoes
waterproof aprons
splash proof masks
eye goggles
face visor
hair cover.
dress standards
gender of embalming personnel
time required between death and burial or cremation
orientation of the deceased person
restrictions on methods of embalming permissible.
individual
baseball stitch
single intradermal
double intradermal
inversion
interlocking
continuous
'N'
purse string.
nasomandibular
musculature.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to disinfect and close facial body cavities using correct techniques and following OHS and infection control practices
ability to prepare mortuary area and select and use the required instruments and equipment
the cleaning, disinfecting and sterilising of the mortuary area, instruments and equipment at conclusion of the treatment
knowledge of infection control practices
setting facial features on multiple occasions to ensure consistency of performance and ability to respond to different situations.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
demonstration of skills in a mortuary facility where deceased bodies may be safely prepared and appropriate mortuary lighting, plumbing and ventilation requirements can be monitored and maintained
access to deceased bodies
access to cleansing and disinfecting products
access to mortuary instruments and equipment
access to personal protective equipment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of candidate preparing mortuary area, instruments and equipment and applying facial setting procedures and cleansing and disinfecting procedures
written or verbal questioning to assess knowledge and understanding of infection control practices and properties of disinfectant products
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SIFMWK008A Restore minor body damage.
Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to disinfect and close facial body cavities using correct techniques and following OHS and infection control practices
ability to prepare mortuary area and select and use the required instruments and equipment
the cleaning, disinfecting and sterilising of the mortuary area, instruments and equipment at conclusion of the treatment
knowledge of infection control practices
setting facial features on multiple occasions to ensure consistency of performance and ability to respond to different situations.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
demonstration of skills in a mortuary facility where deceased bodies may be safely prepared and appropriate mortuary lighting, plumbing and ventilation requirements can be monitored and maintained
access to deceased bodies
access to cleansing and disinfecting products
access to mortuary instruments and equipment
access to personal protective equipment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of candidate preparing mortuary area, instruments and equipment and applying facial setting procedures and cleansing and disinfecting procedures
written or verbal questioning to assess knowledge and understanding of infection control practices and properties of disinfectant products
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SIFMWK008A Restore minor body damage.
Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6998 | WFSMWK304A | Set facial features | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WG608 | SIFEMWK006 | Set facial features | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D341 | SIF40208 | Certificate IV in Embalming | Qualification |