Army MOS · Logistics
92M Fatality Management Specialist
Overview
Fatality management specialists perform or supervise the recovery and collection of deceased personnel, establish tentative identification, and conduct escort and temporary burial duties. They inventory, safeguard, and evacuate the personal effects of deceased personnel.
Core Skills
- records management and documentation
- chain-of-custody procedures
- inventory and accountability of personal effects
- attention to detail
- confidentiality and privacy protection
- stress management and resilience
- interagency coordination
- SOP and regulatory compliance
- report writing
- logistics coordination
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- CSR Consultants Cemetery Management SC
- Email software
- Computerized inventory tracking software
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Administration
- Supply Chain Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NBPTS National Board Certification: Art
- Certified Crematory Operator (CCO)
Career Growth
- Certification in Thanatology (CT)
- Certified Funeral Service Practitioner (CFSP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Oversee the preparation and care of the remains of people who have died.
- Remove deceased remains from place of death.
- Obtain information needed to complete legal documents, such as death certificates or burial permits.
- Conform to laws of health and sanitation and ensure that legal requirements concerning embalming are met.
- Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Related Occupations
- Crematory Operators
- Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
- Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders
- Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 92M. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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