(1) Compensation under section 266 for the cost of a deceased member's funeral is payable to:
(a) the person who made the claim for compensation; or
(b) if that person so directs:
(i) the person who carried out the funeral; or
(ii) any other person who incurred the cost of the funeral.
Note: A special rule applies if a trustee is appointed under section 432.
(2) A payment under section 266 to a person who carried out the funeral discharges any liability of any other person for the cost of the funeral to the extent of the payment.