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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Preparing and cleaning human remains for visitation and coffining

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14186	Preparing and cleaning human remains for visitation and coffining
ORIGINATOR
SGB Funeral Services
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services			Personal Care
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 3	NQF Level 03	8
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2018-07-01	2023-06-30	SAQA 06120/18
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

This unit standard forms part of the Qualification, National Certificate in Funeral Services Practice and is registered at Level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework. Learners working towards this standard will be learning towards the full qualification, or will be involved in or working within a funeral services environment, specialising in Embalming, Marketing and Merchandising or Disaster Management, where the acquisition of competence against this standard will add value to each individual and the Funeral Industry as a whole.

The qualifying learner is capable of:

Dressing and making the human remains presentable

Coffining human remains for disposition

Finishing coffins for presentation purposes

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competency in:

Numeracy at NQF Level 2 or equivalent.

English, verbal and written communication at NQF Level 2 or equivalent.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

The following range statements are general to the qualification:

Orifices will include eyes, mouth, nose, ears, throat and anus

Health, hygiene, safety and cultural practices, measures and procedures must be adhered to before and during the handling of human remains, mortuary equipment and when in the mortuary area

Sealing the mouth and eyes will include any procedures that keeps the mouth and eyes closed permanently

Washing of human remains are conducted according to customs, religious beliefs and/or instructions

Protective clothing and equipment will include goggles, mask, protective gown, apron, gloves and water repellent boots

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Dress and make the human remains presentable

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Human remains are checked to ensure all cleaning and plugging procedures have been completed and for pace maker.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Human remains are dressed and personal effects are placed on them according to instructions and requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Face is shaved if applicable and according to instructions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Hair is brushed and combed and if applicable beard is brushed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Make-up applied to face if applicable and according to instructions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Problem areas on the human remains are reported to higher authority.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Coffin human remains for disposition

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Human remains are placed in coffin and adjusted for presentation purposes.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Human remains are secured to prevent movement.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Internal coffin trimming is positioned in accordance with established procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Coffin lid is positioned and secured.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Finish coffins for presentation purposes

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Handles are fitted securely and in correct positions.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Name plates are prepared and attached to the coffin.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Desired ornamentation is placed on or fitted to coffins.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

3. Inspecting coffins for damage such as scratches, chips or dents.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Providers offering learning towards this standard will be accredited and assessors registered by the relevant Education Training Quality Assurance body (ETQA)

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

A broad understanding of methods and techniques to shave human remains without causing damage to the skin

A general understanding of techniques for applying make-up to human remains

A comprehensive understanding of methods and techniques for preparing human remains and a coffin for viewing including trimming

An in depth understanding of methods and techniques for preparing and cleaning of human remains for storage purposes as prescribed in that qualification

A broad understanding of cultural and religious beliefs pertaining to dress codes and placement of artefacts

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems relating to the preparation and cleaning of human remains for viewing.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise oneself and one`s activities maintaining health, hygiene and safety procedures throughout the process

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, evaluate, organise and critically evaluate information pertaining to the presentation of human remains

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively with higher authority regarding the preparing and cleaning of human remains for viewing

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand the world as a set of related systems correct presentation of human remains impacts on the perceived quality of service provided

UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING

In order to contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of society at large, it must be the intention underlying any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of: being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	21787	National Certificate: Funeral Services Practice	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SERVICES

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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