The queue at Tuas was four hours and 40 minutes long at 11.16pm.
The rebates will be credited directly into the accounts of eligible residents.
The family is expecting a public apology from the funeral service providers.
Fortunately, the customer managed to spot the sharp object before swallowing it.
Police investigations are ongoing.
Some 1,000 students will benefit from a partnership with ITE over the next three years.