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Coordinate burial site preparation and reinstatement

Coordinate burial site preparation and reinstatement

Unit of competency
National Code
SIFCCAC001
State Code
WG589
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
02/07/2013
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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
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to locate burial sites, arrange their preparation, conduct final inspection prior to burial, and arrange and carry out reinstatement requirements. It applies to cemetery staff responsible for coordinating burial sites 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. Coordinate burial site preparation.
  • 1.1 Locate burial sites according to documentation using neighbouring sites and locators.
  • 1.2 Report inconsistencies in documentation to manager.
  • 1.3 Schedule preparation of burial site for an appropriate time.
  • 1.4 Liaise with grounds staff to carry out burial site preparation.
2. Conduct final inspection of burial site.
  • 2.1 Inspect burial site and general area to ensure safety and appropriate presentation.
  • 2.2 Check burial site in relation to the safe deployment of lowering or lifting devices and other equipment.
  • 2.3 Report problems to appropriate personnel.
3. Coordinate burial site reinstatement and marking.
  • 3.1 Arrange for the removal and storage of lowering or lifting devices and equipment after burial.
  • 3.2 Plan for burial location to be filled or sealed.
  • 3.3 Place burial marker on filled or sealed burial site.
  • 3.4 Establish presentation of burial site and take corrective action.
  • 3.5 Test safety of burial site according to relevant legislation.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG558 SIFBCR001B Coordinate burial site preparation and reinstatement Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J575 SIF30113 Certificate III in Cemetery and Crematorium Operations Qualification