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Supervise mortuary operations

Supervise mortuary operations

Unit of competency
National Code
SIFEMWK018
State Code
WG921
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/10/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/12/2013
Field of Education
110399 - Personal Services, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/12/2013
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to oversee mortuary operations and ensure that the mortuary environment remains hygienic and secure. It applies to supervisory funeral home and mortuary staff who monitor the implementation of mortuary body preparation procedures, 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. Apply procedural knowledge to the operation of a mortuary.
  • 1.1 Become familiar with duties and responsibilities of mortuary staff.
  • 1.2 Identify mortuary procedures and body preparation procedures, including identification checks.
  • 1.3 Recognise social, religious and cultural requirements for handling, preparing and embalming deceased persons.
  • 1.4 Establish mortuary work health and safety procedures and infection control practices.
  • 1.5 Communicate mortuary procedures and practices to staff as appropriate.
2. Oversee mortuary scheduling and operations.
  • 2.1 Supervise mortuary schedules and assist staff to resolve scheduling difficulties and contingencies.
  • 2.2 Monitor application of mortuary procedures and address inconsistencies.
  • 2.3 Administer application of body preparation procedures and address inconsistencies.
  • 2.4 Communicate recommended changes to practices and procedures to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7089 SIFMWK012A Supervise mortuary operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J614 SIF40213 Certificate IV in Embalming Qualification