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Crematory Safety Series #1: Gas and Fire Safety
June 11, 2025, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Presented by Christi Moon Robbins of The Group & East TN Cremation Co
This crematory safety course, using real-time POV recording, focuses on gas and fire emergencies. It covers OSHA's Emergency Action Plan, gas valve/shut-off procedures, explosive gas alarms, and hydraulic line/cylinder safety.
Streamlining for Success: Efficiency and Workflow Optimization
June 25, 2025, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Presented by Alex Lewis of The Group & East TN Cremation Co
This course uses process engineering to optimize workflows, learning to analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, improve communication, manage information, and create efficient, user-friendly systems to balance efficiency with practicality.
The Sky’s the Limit: Getting Creative with Cremation Families
July 9, 2025, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Presented by Angelique Simpson of Matthews Aurora Funeral Solutions
Learn best practices for communication, conducting arrangement conferences, creating personalized ceremonies, and presenting cremation options, to be better equipped to help families plan meaningful tributes.
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Training Series #1
July 23, 2025, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Presented by Dr. Brad Kuchnicki, of The Group & Funeral Compliance, LLC
This course covers OSHA regulations for funeral homes, focusing on the Exposure Control Plan, sharps management, PPE, and housekeeping practices to ensure a safe and compliant workplace.
Crematory Safety Series #2: Crematory Apparel, Stack Monitoring and Using Fire Safety Equipment
August 6, 2025, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Presented by Christi Moon Robbins of The Group & East TN Cremation Co
This crematory safety course, using real-time POV recording, covers crematory safety apparel, heat exposure hazards, stack monitoring, Falcon alarm systems, and proper fire blanket/extinguisher use.
Radioactive Seeds in the Deceased: What to Know and How to Safely Proceed
August 20, 2025, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Presented by Christi Moon Robbins of The Group & East TN Cremation Co
This course covers safe handling of remains with radioactive seeds from brachytherapy, including brachytherapy basics, safety precautions for embalming and cremation, disposal procedures, and relevant regulations.