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Courses list

Guidance for TEST Mentors: Reflection and Application

Category: FBCA Learning Module
Author: Liam Bennett
The purpose of this learning module is to ensure consistency, thoroughness, and clarity in mentoring support. It enables mentors to systematically review each core competency area with their candidates - ranging from health & safety and operational checks to cremation processes and environmental compliance - helping to identify knowledge gaps, ..

Guidance on the Cremation of Babies: TEST Module

Category: FBCA Learning Module
Author: Liam Bennett
This module - a mandatory component of the Training and Evaluation Scheme for cremator Technicians - provides sensitive and practical guidance on the cremation of babies and infants, ensuring all professionals are equipped to carry out this responsibility with care and compliance.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Crematorium Operations

Category: FBCA Learning Module
Author: Liam Bennett
This module outlines the essential PPE requirements and safety procedures for crematorium operations. The purpose of the guidance document is to ensure all staff, new and existing, are protected and confident in carrying out their duties safely and in compliance with FBCA best practice guidance.

Protecting Groundwater from Human Burials

Category: FBCA Learning Module
Author: Liam Bennett
On 1st April 2025, the Environment Agency added a reference to existing guidance, for the consultation on standard rules permits for cemetery developments from 1 April to 24 June 2025. They aim to make this option available to cemetery operators after the response to the consultation. The existing guidance outlines ..

The Abatement Process

Category: FBCA Learning Module
Author: Liam Bennett
This module outlines the crematoria abatement process, including how emissions are controlled and monitored to meet environmental regulations. It covers key systems, operational procedures, and compliance requirements. This training is essential for cremator technicians to ensure environmentally responsible and legally compliant operations.

Understanding the Auto-Shutdown Function: Considerations and Limitations

Category: FBCA Learning Module
Author: Liam Bennett
This guidance document explains the purpose, functionality, and practical considerations of the Automatic Shutdown feature.