final exam Flashcards by Hannah Hornaday

the physical location of the cremator where the cremation process is performed

crematory

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degree to which light is reduced when viewed through a smoke plume. visible emissions

opacity

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the verification of the deceased’s identity through visual, photographic, or other reliable means

identification

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the reduction of a dead human body to inorganic bone fragments by intense heat in a specifically designed retort or chamber

cremation

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a process that uses water, alkaline chemicals, heat and sometimes pressure and agitation, to accelerate natural decomposition, leaving bone fragments

alkaline hydrolysis

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the release of cremated remains over land, through the air or over water

casting

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placing cremated remains onto the ground and working into the soil or garden

raking

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an exterior casket shell with a removable insert designed for cremation

ceremonial (rental) casket

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disposition of human remains by cremation, without formal viewing, visitation or ceremony with the body present

direct cremation

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the attention reasonably expected from, and ordinarily exercised by, a person who seeks to satisfy a legal requirement or to discharge an obligation

due diligence

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a legal agreement by one party to hold another party not liable for potential losses or damages

indemnification

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the mechanical unit used for the cremation process

cremator

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the act of placing cremated remains in an urn; act of placing cremated remains in a niche or grave

inurnment

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a recess or space used for the permanent placement of cremated remains

niche

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receptacle for communal placement of cremated remains

ossuary

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a leak resistant zippered bag designed to contain human remains and body fluids

pouch

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a combustible, rigid, leak resistant casket manufactured to be cremated

cremation casket

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reduction of identifiable bone fragments after the completion of the cremation by manual or mechanical means and reducing to granulated particles

processing/pulverization

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a container used to hold human remains which is constructed out of a type of cardboard, which is made with a series of alternate folds and ridges

corrugated container

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a process of securely maintaining human remains at or below 40 degree fahrenheit

refrigeration

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receptacle for cremated remains usually made of cardboard, plastic, or similar materials intended to hold the cremated remains until an urn or other permanent container is acquired or other disposition is made

temporary container

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an unfinished wood box or other non metal receptacle or enclosure, without ornamentation or a fixed interior lining, which is designed for the encasement of human remains and which is made of fiberboard, pressed wood, composition materials (with or without an outside covering) or like materials

alternative container

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the final product remaining after completion of the entire cremation/pulverization process. the product is never referred to as “cremains”

cremated remains

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crematory operated by an entity other than the funeral home or funeral provider

third party crematory

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family and friends who may be present for the initiation of the cremation process

witnessing cremation

combining the cremated remains of more than one person

commingling

the person with the paramount right to authorize cremation and disposition

authorizing agent

a structure, room, or space containing niches or recesses used to hold cremated remains

columbarium

funeral rites without the body present

memorial service

cremation actually takes place

primary chamber

these cases should be the first cremation of the day or after unit has cooled down per manufacturers instructions

obese cases

this type of crematory has gasses that flow front to back then underneath the hearth prior to exiting through the stack

retort design

specialized material designed to withstand high temperatures - material lines the crematory

refractory material

this type of material should not be cremated

plastic

for medical implant, before cremating you must

get written authorization

device that detects gasses existing in the stack

opacity monitor

floor of crematory

hearth

primary chamber door

charging door

perfect combustion: result of mixing and burning exact proportion of fuel and

oxygen

heat range in the crematory should be between

1400-1800

holds unburned combustion until complete combustion is achieved

secondary chamber

the final discharge point where the products of combustion are released into the environment

stack

this aids in smooth movement of cremation container into cremation chamber

cardboard rollers

the secondary chamber must be this many degrees hotter than primary chamber

cremation of a metal casket should take place

last cremation of the day

the appropriate size for an urn or temporary container is

200 cubic inches

the clear plastic bags that hold the cremated remains must be at least

2 mil thick

this sign is a federal requirement to be posted on the door entering both the crematory and refrigeration areas

biohazards exist

in IL, the waiting period for cremation is

24 hours

to avoid a fire hazard, you must store things at least this distance where the stack penetrates the ceiling

6 inches

this would be the best thing to process remains of small cases

mortar and pestle

allows ventilation or air movement around collection pan - aids in reducing heat of cremated remains

cooling rack

help contains remains when cremating an infant

cremation pan

in IL, if you cannot cremate a body immediately after the waiting period, you must have a

refrigerator

this type of crematory has the gasses flow front to back and then out - exhaust does not recirculate

in line

cremation is a

chemical reaction

heat sensing device

thermocouple

for removal of any ferrous metal prior to processing

hand magnet

what power does the comptroller have

- authorize standards of qualifications for applicants - examine/audit a licensed crematory - investigate any/all unlicensed activity - conduct hearings about disciplining licensee and refuse to issue license

crematory constructed where

- may be on or adjacent to any cemetery - on or adjacent to any funeral establishment - any location as long as following local zoning regulations

application for licensure as a crematory authority shall...

- be in writing of forms furnished by the comptroller - has a fee of $100

what should the crematory authority file yearly

- file an annual report with comptroller - each year - with $25 fee

when should the annual report be filed by the crematory authority

- filed on or before march 15 each calendar year - or within 75 days after the end of the fiscal year

what can be subject to inspection by the comptroller upon reasonable notice

- all records required to be maintained by this act (IL crematory regulation act) - like licensing and annual reports

the comptroller may ______ for the inspection of the licensee

charge a $100 fee

when do licenses need to be renewed under this act

very 5 years with a $100 fee

what should be on the license

- # of license - business name and address - licensees parent company

the license must be

conspicuously posted in the place of business operating under the license

what needs to be done if any person gains more share of a crematory

- after initial licensure, someone gains more than 51% ownership of the crematory - crematory authority myst apply for new license

display of cremation device permit

- must have it displayed in its place of business - by the IL EPA - and comptroller

cremations only in a crematory can only take place ...

- anyone can cremate human remains only in a crematory operated by a crematory authority licensed for this exact purpose

you cannot cremate someone until you have received

cremation authorization form signed by authorizing agent

what info should the cremation authorization form contain

- identity of the human remains - DOD - name of funeral director/funeral home that obtained cremation authorization - whether the death was from a disease noted by the CDC as contagious etc - name of authorizing agent and relationship - if the deceased has a pacemaker or implants - name of person receiving the cremains after - manner of final disposition of cremains - list of any valuables

what to do with unclaimed remains

- after 30 days can be sent back to authorizing agent - after 60 cremains may be disposed of

if authorizing agent can't be there to sign the authorization forms what can be done

- can delegate authority to another person in writing

when the authorizing agents signs the cremation authorization form....

- they are deeming that all the information provided for the form is truthful

who can perform a cremation service

- only those who have gone through training in cremation and received certification by a program recognized by the comptroller

when should new employees get training

- reasonable time period not more than a year - may perform cremations if trained by anther person who is certified and under supervision

how much continuing education is required

- at least 2 hours in length - every 5 years

upon release of the cremains the person who receives them should also get a

- signed receipt - by both crematory authority and person receiving cremains - date and time of release - name of funeral establishment - person releasing cremains - name of decedent

you cannot _____ to be cremated

require human remains to be in a casket

you cannot accept human remains if

they are not delivered to the crematory in a casket/alternative container

human remains cannot be cremated within

- 24 hours of the death - and until the cremation permit has been received form the coroner/medical examiner - and until the cremation authorization has been signed

the 2 exceptions to being cremated before the 24 hours limit

- deceased has an infectious/dangerous disease - religious requirements

cremation of more than one person in the same cremation chamber is ...

- prohibited without prior written consent of authorizing agent

after a cremation _______ shall be removed from the cremation chamber

all recoverable residue of the cremation process

a crematory cannot take in unembalmed bodies if

they don't maintain a temp of 40 degrees F or have an operating refrigeration unit

cremated remains are human remains and must be treated with the utmost dignity and respect T/F

true

all states require signature on authorization to cremate T/F

false

it is vital that the funeral provider understand and know all the laws and regulations when it comes to cremation, final disposition, and all services provided T/F

true

when commingling cremated remains during final disposition, there is no law and you do not need to complete a commingling authorization form T/F

false

when scattering cremated remains, there are no laws or regulations to follow T/F

false

the funeral provider must ensure that the families wishes are being followed as well as staying within federal, state, and local laws T/F

true

funeral providers must ensure third party providers as assessed. evaluate the businesses with the same scrutiny you would do with all third party providers you work with T/F

true

the united states post office (USPS) policy updated September 2019 states that registered mail service is not authorized, must use priority mail express, and UPS, Fed-Ex, and all other carriers will not accept cremated remains for shipping T/F

true

cremated remains must be placed in a strong durable thick plastic bag. the bag must be a minimum of 6 mil. thickness T/F

false (should be 2 mil)

if a selected urn capacity is less than 200 cubic inches, you do not force it to fit. you will need to communicate with the family that the remaining remains will be disposed of T/F

false

cremated remains are permitted to be mailed to any domestic address when package is prepared as required T/F

true

to increase visibility of pieces containing cremated remains, the outer shipping box (USPS produced or customer supplied) containing cremated remains must be marked with Label 139, cremated remains must be affixed to each side of the shipping container including top and bottom T/F

true

it is not a requirement that the death certificate, burial transit permits, or other funeral homes affidavit declaring only cremated remains of identified individual are in the shipping container T/F

false

transportation security administration (TSA) indicates travelers are not allowed to travel with cremated remains in a checked bag T/F

false

once you release cremated remains to USPS or the family, you loose control over care of remains. great care must be taken to make sure all guidelines have been followed, and appropriate documents have been filed and accomplished, and all labels have been affixed to provide the best opportunity for remains to arrive at the correct destination T/F

true?

cremation standards for funeral service professionals (NFDA) indicates that the amount of time a funeral home/crematory is required to hold cremated remains varies greatly from as little as 30 days to 4 years. this varies from state to state T/F

true

it is not state law, but CANA model cremation law and explanation specifies that if after a period of 120 days from time of cremation the final disposition has not been specified or claimed remains, the crematory authority or person in possession of remains can dispose of them in any manner permitted by law T/F

false? (60)

2019 cremation standards for funeral professionals, 2nd edition - scattering at sea must be at least 10 nautical miles out. flowers, wreaths, and urns used must be readily decomposable in a marine environment T/F

false (3)

when working with 3rd party providers, you need to maintain detailed records of all business transactions as well as performance of contracted items. be sure the records are thorough and include final disposition whether by funeral home or 3rd party T/F

true

many states have implemented laws allowing funeral service professionals the ability to move forward with final disposition of unclaimed remains. historically, was expected by funeral homes to hold indefinitely T/F

true

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