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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Coordinate burial site preparation.
   • Locate burial sites according to documentation using neighbouring sites and locators.
   • Report inconsistencies in documentation to manager.
   • Schedule preparation of burial site for an appropriate time.
   • Liaise with grounds staff to carry out burial site preparation.
2. Conduct final inspection of burial site.
   • Inspect burial site and general area to ensure safety and appropriate presentation.
   • Check burial site in relation to the safe deployment of lowering or lifting devices and other equipment.
   • Report problems to appropriate personnel.
3. Coordinate burial site reinstatement and marking.
   • Arrange for the removal and storage of lowering or lifting devices and equipment after burial.
   • Plan for burial location to be filled or sealed.
   • Place burial marker on filled or sealed burial site.
   • Establish presentation of burial site and take corrective action.
   • Test safety of burial site according to relevant legislation.
4. Coordinate burial site preparation.
   • Locate burial sites according to documentation using neighbouring sites and locators.
   • Report inconsistencies in documentation to manager.
   • Schedule preparation of burial site for an appropriate time.
   • Liaise with grounds staff to carry out burial site preparation.
5. Conduct final inspection of burial site.
   • Inspect burial site and general area to ensure safety and appropriate presentation.
   • Check burial site in relation to the safe deployment of lowering or lifting devices and other equipment.
   • Report problems to appropriate personnel.
6. Coordinate burial site reinstatement and marking.
   • Arrange for the removal and storage of lowering or lifting devices and equipment after burial.
   • Plan for burial location to be filled or sealed.
   • Place burial marker on filled or sealed burial site.
   • Establish presentation of burial site and take corrective action.
   • Test safety of burial site according to relevant legislation.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

locate and arrange preparation for burial sites with grounds staff

conduct the final inspection of burial sites prior to burials for equipment and safety requirements

arrange for the safe deployment, removal and storage required equipment

coordinate reinstatement of burial sites and ensure that the site is marked and well presented on conclusion of the work.

Evidence of performance of coordinating preparations and reinstatement of burial sites on two or more occasions is required to demonstrate consistency of performance and ability to respond to different situations.

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Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge of:

burial sites and burial procedures

documentation in relation to burial site preparation and reinstatement, including:

standard operating procedure guidelines

burial documentation

work orders

council permits

schedule running sheets

site identification details

cemetery map or plan

safe use of equipment for burial site preparation and reinstatement

social, religious and cultural differences and traditions in relation to burial site preparation and reinstatement

federal, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations relating to work health and safety/occupational health and safety and the conduct of burials

environmental impacts in relation to coordinating burial site preparation and reinstatement and minimal impact practices to reduce these

environmentally sound disposal methods for all types of waste and to particular for hazardous substances

workplace policies and procedures regarding burial site preparation and reinstatement

operating and maintenance requirements of lowering or lifting devices and other equipment.

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