View Unit : Plan, prepare and construct funeral designs

Unit

Unit Reference Number

H/501/7697

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Plan, prepare and construct funeral designs

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

3.2 Horticulture And Forestry

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

Assessment to be based on naturally occurring evidence of realistic working environment.

The designs in this unit must cover all of the following categories:

A. Open/loose designs on a foam base:

• wreath

• lettered design (incorporating 3 letters)

• heart

B. Formal/ based designs on a foam base:

• wreath

• cross

• heart

• posy pad

C Other frame designs

• foliage wreath or chaplet on wire frame (Moss/Straw, or viable alternative)

D. Informal designs in foam:

• single ended spray

• double ended spray

View Unit's Qualifications

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Be able to plan the construction of funeral designs	1.1	Check the specification for the work and obtain any necessary clarification concerning the design
1	Be able to plan the construction of funeral designs	1.2	Plan the work according to the requirements of the design
2	Prepare to construct funeral designs	2.1	Select the appropriate base/mediums, materials and tools for the specified design
		2.2	Check that the tools are clean and in good working order prior to use
		2.3	Check that floral materials are in a suitable condition for use and for sale
		2.4	Prepare materials and mediums using appropriate methods.
		2.5	Take the appropriate action if mediums, materials and tools are unsuitable for use
3	Be able to construct funeral designs	3.1	Handle mediums, materials and tools safely, and in a way that minimises waste
		3.2	Assemble the design using an appropriate method, according to the design specifications to meet the needs of customers and organisations (e.g. relay services)
		3.3	Select and position materials according to the principles and elements of design
		3.4	Complete the design within commercial timescales
		3.5	Evaluate the finished design in relation to the specification
		3.6	Maintain and store the design prior to delivery or collection in an environment that minimises deterioration and damage
4	Cost designs	4.1	Cost up designs according to the order requirements
4	Cost designs	4.2	Cost down designs according to the order requirements
5	Know how to plan and prepare funeral designs	5.1	State the requirements to construct the design
5	Know how to plan and prepare funeral designs	5.2	Describe the planning stages for the preparation of funeral designs
6	Know how to use and maintain tools	6.1	Describe how tools used for constructing arrangements are used and maintained
6	Know how to use and maintain tools	6.2	Describe the importance of maintaining tools in a clean and safe state
7	Know how to construct funeral designs	7.1	Describe how to address problems with mediums, materials and tools that are not suitable for use and the remedial action that would be required
		7.2	Describe the range of mediums and materials and their use
		7.3	Explain how to prepare mediums for use in funeral designs, including foam and non-foam to include: shaping, cutting and preparing a base for the design, ensuring minimum waste
		7.4	State the criteria used to evaluate a design
		7.5	Explain how the principles of design: balance, contrast, dominance, harmony, proportion and rhythm can be used effectively
8	Know the relevant legislation and codes of practice	8.1	State current safe working practices
		8.2	Explain how the elements of design: colour, form, space, texture, and line can be used effectively
		8.3	Explain when it is necessary to vary the design from the specification and what action should be taken
9	Know how to store designs	9.1	Describe suitable conditions for storing designs, including; temperature, humidity, light, space and storage

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