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Arrange intrastate and interstate repatriations

Arrange intrastate and interstate repatriations

Unit of competency
National Code
SIFFFNL006
State Code
WG618
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
110399 - Personal Services, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assess, confirm, arrange and oversee the body preparation and transport arrangements required to transfer embalmed, un-embalmed and cremated human remains intrastate or interstate. It applies to funeral home staff whose responsibilities include the transportation of the deceased and involves working autonomously with a high level of responsibility and coordinating and supervising the work of others. It involves ensuring that all work is carried out 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. Arrange preparation of deceased persons.
  • 1.1 Identify correct human remains to be transported and ensure corroboration against body labels or mortuary records according to industry guidelines.
  • 1.2 Acquire and confirm required documentation of death according to carrier requirements.
  • 1.3 Liaise with family of deceased to explain and confirm transfer procedures and requirements.
  • 1.4 Liaise with funeral directing staff at repatriation location to confirm transfer procedures and requirements.
  • 1.5 Arrange full or partial embalming of non-cremated remains as required.
  • 1.6 Determine and arrange preparation requirements of human remains for transport according to relevant legislation, regulations and industry guidelines.
2. Make transport arrangements.
  • 2.1 Identify and document transfer location and consignee and transit director details.
  • 2.2 Identify and liaise with appropriate carrier company to make transfer arrangements.
  • 2.3 Notify consignee and transit director of transfer arrangements.
  • 2.4 Organise and complete required documentation.
  • 2.5 Arrange for required documentation to be forwarded to relevant agencies.
  • 2.6 Arrange for transfer of shipping container to the carrier at correct time.
  • 2.7 Review arrangements and documentation prior to departure.
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