Grave Digging, Shoring and Burial (Skills Card)

This course is intended for those already working in the burial environment, those wishing to update their skillset and those looking for the experience to gain entry to the burial working environment.

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This Lantra-accredited Customised Award is exclusively developed and delivered by a Lantra-approved Training Provider, who meets our quality standards. The course is specifically tailored to meet learners’ needs. For further details about the course content and delivery locations, please contact the Training Provider using the details provided below.

The minimum age to undertake this course is 18.

Gravedigging is a critical and sensitive task that plays a crucial role in the funeral industry and cemetery management. The trade is an overlooked but vital aspect of the funeral industry.

This course will add to the knowledge and skills already held by the candidates, but is also designed to be delivered to somebody just entering the funeral industry. It will provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles, techniques, and considerations involved in the practice of gravedigging.

The course will equip the candidate with the knowledge and skills necessary to approach gravedigging safely, shoring the grave safely, handling of remains respectfully, and with dignity.

The finer details

8 modules are delivered over 2 days of training including:

Module 1 - Introduction to Hand and Mechanical Gravedigging
Module 2 - Tools and Equipment for Hand and Mechanical Gravedigging
Module 3 - Cemetery Operations and Regulations
Module 4 - Grave Excavation
Module 5 - Environmental Considerations
Module 6 - Health and Safety
Module 7 - Ethical Considerations
Module 8 - Practical Skills and Fieldwork

Delivery method

Classroom and practical demonstration and assessment

Recognised by

Lantra Awards

Course description:

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Who should attend?

Those already working within the burial industry, looking to update their knowledge and those looking to gain entry into the Irish burial industry.

What will be covered?

The objective upon successful completion of this training programme is that learners will have the competence and understanding to professionally work in the burial industry, adhering to and recognising relevant rules and regulations.

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