Must a coffin always be used for cremation?

Yes. South African legislation and municipal bylaws Required that a coffin is used for cremation. It also ensures that the dignity of the deceased is respected at all time. Hygiene and the health and safety of the crematorium staff is also a Legislated aspect to consider. Crematoriums further requires the coffin to completely enclosed the body, be strong enough to bear the weight of the body without collapsing and be made out of combustible material.