CEMETERY TRAINING - MEMORIAL SAFETY & INSPECTION WORKSHOP

MANAGEMENT OF MEMORIALS – INSPECTION WORKSHOP

Course overview
Scope of the problem
Legal/health & safety issues
Inspection of memorials:

• How to start
• Initial inspection
• Inspection forms
• The inspection – visual and physical
• Actions
• Programme of work
• Consecrated ground 
• Other considerations and guidance (MoJ/HSE guidance)

Codes of practice
Registration schemes
Right to erect a memorial
Unauthorised memorials
Practical inspections

This course is suitable for anyone involved in managing or working in a cemetery, or with responsibility for cemeteries

Equipment required: the afternoon session will take place in a cemetery, therefore suitable outdoor clothing must be worn, together with safety boots or shoes

Learning Outcomes
• Knowledge of legal and health & safety issues relating to memorials
• Understanding of sector codes of practice and registration schemes
• Practical skills in testing memorials for safety

This is a full day course running from 10.00am - 4.00pm. Lunch will be provided, so please make us aware of any dietary requirements when booking.