Diploma in Funeral Arranging & Administration - PowerPoint Presentation

1. Diploma in Funeral Arranging & Administration4.12: Arranging a Funeral for a Baby or Child

2. Aims and ObjectivesKnow the different types of legal definitions appropriate to baby deathsKnow the legal requirements for a child's/baby’s funeral. Understand the factors to consider when removing a deceased child/babyKnow the additional considerations for a child’s/baby’s funeral. Understand the purpose of documentation for a child’s/baby’s funeralUnderstand the importance of offering and responding to bereaved parents’ choicesUnderstand the importance of assisting the client with aftercare following the death of a child/baby

3. General GuidelinesWith cremation:Always advise about the possibility of there not being any cremated remainsPractice may vary between crematoria over what forms are required for cremation <24 weeks gestationWith burial:There may be a specific children’s section, howeverparents may want a full grave with the option for further adult intermentThis could lead to a very deep grave for a very small coffin – advise

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5. TerminologyFoetal remainsOtherwise Non-Viable Foetus (NVF) or Pre-viable foetus, sometimes Products of ConceptionHaving been born dead prior to 24wks gestationStillbirthHaving been born after 24wks’ gestation with no signs of lifeAs defined by the StillBirth (Definition) Act 1992

6. Terminology contLive Birth (Infant Death)A child born after 24 weeks gestationPerinatal deathA child dying after 24wks’ gestation, including a stillbirth; additionally a child born alive but dying within 7 daysNeonatal deathHaving been born alive but dying within 28 days, irrespective of gestationPostnatal deathHaving been born alive but dying between 28 days and 1 year

7. Registration and Coroner’s ProceduresFoetal remainsNo statutory regulations apply, however:Certificate of medical practitioner or midwife will be supplied upon requestNo coroner’s procedures apply

8. Registration and Coroner’s ProceduresStillbirth Registration is required within 42 daysInformant must supplyCertificate of Stillbirth from a doctor or midwife, ortheir own declaration that none was available to certify** in which case, like as not, the case will go to the coroner although the Coroner has no jurisdiction over Stillbirth and will withdraw from the case if Stillbirth is determined 

9. Who can register a Stillbirth?Either parent, if marriedIf unmarried:The father’s details can be entered in the register and both parents can signIf the father is unable to attend, but the parents want his details recorded then he will have to make a statutory declaration acknowledging his paternity which will have to be given to the registrarIf the mother cannot attend the register office with the father, she will have to make a statutory declaration acknowledging the father’s paternity and this will have to be given to the registrar.The father’s details can be added later by re-registering

10. Who can register a Stillbirth cont.If neither parent can attend the registrar then the following people may act as informants:The occupier of the house in which to the knowledge of that occupier the still-birth occurred*Any person present at the still-birthAny person in charge of the still-born childIn the case of a still-born child found exposed, the person who found the child* Occupier in relation to a public institution includes the Governor, Keeper, Master, Matron, Superintendent, or other Chief Resident Officer.

11. Registering a Stillbirth: 1987 RegulationsRequired information is: Date and place of birth Gender Cause of death/evidence of stillbirth  Father’s Full name Place of birth Occupation  Mother’s Full name Place of birth Maiden name or surname at marriage (if applicable) Usual address if not child’s place of birth  Informant’s Full name (if not mother or father) Qualification to act as informant Usual address if not child’s place of birth Signature Date of registration Signature of Registrar

12. Registrar will issue for StillbirthCertificate for Burial or Cremation (STILLBIRTH)* orCertificate for Burial (STILLBIRTH) – Before RegistrationIn cases where the death has not been registered Certificate of Registration of Still Birth (if requested)* There is no counterfoil to return to the Registrar

13. The Coroner and Stillbirth: 1The Coroner has no jurisdiction over StillbirthCase referred:If shown Stillbirth before Post Mortem orIf shown Stillbirth after Post Mortemthen family take Certificate of Medical Practitioner or Midwife to Registrar and Coroner closes inquest.

14. The Coroner and Stillbirth: 2The Coroner has no jurisdiction over StillbirthIf Post Mortem shows not a Stillbirth, normal rules apply exceptCoroner will open and adjourn inquest to release bodyIssues Form 101: Order for Burial (after inquest)Issues Form 6: Certificate of Coroner (for cremation)After inquestIssues Form 99a to Registrar

15. Documentation for the Funeral: Foetal RemainsNo legal status and not subject to Cremation ActICCM issued guidelines in 1992 as followsFor burial: Certificate of medical practitioner or midwife Notice of interment (or incumbent’s permission for a churchyard)For cremation: Certificate of medical practitioner or midwife Crematorium’s own application form Notice of Particulars Instruction for ashes and waiver

16. Documentation for the funeral: StillbirthFor burial: Registrar’s Certificate for Burial of Cremation (Stillbirth) Notice of Interment Purchase Exclusive Right of burial (if applicable)For cremation: Registrar’s Certificate for Burial or Cremation (Stillbirth) Cremation 9 – Certificate of Stillbirth from medical practitioner or midwife Cremation 3 – application for cremation Cremation 13 – medical referee’s authorisation for cremation

17. Cremation ashesIt is advisable for applicants to sign a statement as follows: "I/We acknowledge that it may not be possible to recover any remains following the cremation and that if this application has been made on behalf of the parent(s) that this possibility has been made known to them." Signature(s) Date

18. Live birthNormal regulations apply.

19. Scenario 1Scott and Rachel wish to inter their son James who was born at 20wks gestation with no signs of life. What sort of death is this?Foetal remainsWhat documents will you require to effect burial?Certificate of Medical Practitioner or MidwifeApplication for interment

20. Scenario 2Sarah was born at 30wks showing no signs of life. Her parents ask you to arrange cremation.What sort of death is this?StillbirthWhat documents are required to effect registration?Certificate of Medical Practitioner or Midwife or other evidence of StillbirthWho can register?Either parent, if marriedAn occupierA person present at the stillbirthA person in charge of the stillborn childThe person who found the child

21. Scenario 2 cont.Sarah was born at 30wks showing no signs of life. Her parents ask you to arrange cremation.What documents will the Registrar IssueCertificate for Burial or Cremation (Stillbirth)Certificate of Registration of Stillbirth (upon request)What documents should you present to the Crematorium?Cremation 3: Application for CremationCremation 9: Certificate of StillbirthCertificate for Burial or Cremation (Stillbirth)Notice of ParticularsAuthority for disposal of ashesAshes WaiverWhat form will the Medical Referee issue?Cremation 13: Authorisation of Cremation of Stillborn Child by Medical Referee

22. Scenario 3Peter and Carol arrive at the office to arrange the cremation of their baby daughter. Sarah was born prematurely at 21 weeks and has lived for just 4 days. They are undecided about burial or cremation; there is mention of a family grave in Carlisle, although Peter’s father was cremated at the local crematorium three years ago. What is the correct term applied to Sarah’s death?Neonatal deathWhen must the death be registered by?Within five daysWhere must the death be registered?In the district of deathList the document(s) the Registrar requires to register Sarah’s deathMedical certificate of cause of death

23. Scenario 3 cont.Peter and Carol arrive at the office to arrange the cremation of their baby daughter. Sarah was born prematurely at 21 weeks and has lived for just 4 days. They are undecided about burial or cremation; there is mention of a family grave in Carlisle, although Peter’s father was cremated at the local crematorium three years ago. What Certificate(s) will the Registrar issue for burial and cremation?Registrar’s Certificate for Burial or CremationWhat Certificate will you require to enable the funeral to proceed?Registrar’s Certificate for Burial or CremationList the full names of the documents John will submit to the local crematorium for Sarah’s cremationCremation 1: application for cremationCremation 4&5: doctor’s certificatesRegistrar’s Certificate for Burial or CremationNotice of particularsAuthority for disposal of ashesAshes waiver

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