DOI: https://doi.org/10.36344/ccijhss.2024.v10i09.004

Pages: 200-203

Prioritizing the work of Morticians is an important dimension in the medical sector due to their ability in dealing grieving people. An important aspect of the profession the care taken in handling the coffin and the procedures thereof to manage hard feelings that arise in relatives, who wish to protect the dead person. An important aspect is the perception and expressions by morticians while dealing in a manner appropriate to the circumstances. This article has explored, identified and analysed risks involved, the element of burnout and possible interventions among morticians. It aims to theoretically contribute to the existing studies and discussions within the context and related social situations. Among the key highlights is the importance of considering the stress and risks among morticians, their daily exposure not only with the dead, but equally with suffering people. In this regard grief and emotional skills are pertinent in coping with the profession’s job characteristics. Monitoring symptomatic levels among morticians to avoid chronicity, but also to provide them with psychological support and training concerning secondary trauma and its consequences.