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Cremation Practices and Procedures, Exams of Service Management

Florida Memorial UniversityService Management

A comprehensive overview of cremation practices and procedures, covering topics such as the history and cultural beliefs surrounding cremation, the cremation process, and the legal and ethical considerations involved. It delves into the technical aspects of cremation, including the equipment and processes used, as well as the specific considerations for handling cases involving infants, obese individuals, and those with medical devices or infectious diseases. The document also addresses the importance of proper identification, authorization, and record-keeping throughout the cremation process. Overall, this document serves as a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the complexities and best practices of the cremation industry.

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FSE 215 Cremation Mid-Term Exam
Questions And Answers
Cremation - - - correct answer ✅Reduction of a dead human body to
inorganic bone fragments by intense heat (direct flame) in a
specifically designed retort or chamber
When did cremation start? - - - correct answer ✅Believed to have
started in the stone age around 3000 bc
Reason and beliefs for cremation in various cultures - - - correct
answer ✅-Sacred Flame-fire's purifying powers
-Protection from wild animals
-Protection from evil spirits
-To avoid mutilation from the enemy during war
-Aids transportation of the soul to paradise
-Spiritual travel
-Offers protection of the living from the dead
-Ancestor remains could stay with traveling tribes and family during
migrations
Ancient Scandinavians (2200 BC-550 BC) - - - correct answer ✅-Fire
releases the soul from the body so it can evolve with the gods in
eternity
-Viking fire ships
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Questions And Answers

Cremation - - - correct answer ✅Reduction of a dead human body to inorganic bone fragments by intense heat (direct flame) in a specifically designed retort or chamber When did cremation start? - - - correct answer ✅Believed to have started in the stone age around 3000 bc Reason and beliefs for cremation in various cultures - - - correct answer ✅-Sacred Flame-fire's purifying powers -Protection from wild animals -Protection from evil spirits -To avoid mutilation from the enemy during war -Aids transportation of the soul to paradise -Spiritual travel -Offers protection of the living from the dead -Ancestor remains could stay with traveling tribes and family during migrations Ancient Scandinavians (2200 BC-550 BC) - - - correct answer ✅-Fire releases the soul from the body so it can evolve with the gods in eternity -Viking fire ships

Questions And Answers

Ancient Greek Influence (1000 BC-350 BC) - - - correct answer ✅- Considered to be the formal introduction of cremation to the world on a major scale -Elysian Fields (where heroes went) -Laying in state (viewing) Ancient Roman Influence (950 BC-150 BC) - - - correct answer ✅- Laying in State (viewing) -Columbaria were developed Roman Empire Influence (150 BC-250 AD) - - - correct answer ✅- Cremation was the norm until around 1st century Dr Francis LeMoyne - - - correct answer ✅Opened the first crematory for private cremations only (1876) John Dye - - - correct answer ✅Built the first crematory for Dr Francis LeMoyne Baron dePalm - - - correct answer ✅First client of Dr LeMoyne on 12/6/1876. Cycle time was 3 days

Questions And Answers

To photograph the deceased for ID purposes you need - - - correct answer ✅-Permission of the authorizing agent -Establish and adhere to company policy regarding privacy for photographs Waiver to Identification - - - correct answer ✅Completed by all authorizing agents If authorizing agents do not properly follow identification procedure - - - correct answer ✅You have a right to refuse service Checklist for the Identification Process - - - correct answer ✅1-ID of authorizing agent(s) 2-Explain cremation process 3-Obtain cremation form signatures 3-Personal effects and medical devices documents 4-Viewing in a formal location and area in a suitable location Prepare the deceased for viewing before cremation by - - - correct answer ✅1-Wash, groom and position 2-Body condition documented (ie minimal care report)

Questions And Answers

Family wishes regarding items to be removed prior to cremation - -

  • correct answer ✅a-Specify and Clarify b-Inventory(First step in chain of custody) c-Complete a Personal Property Statement and Receipt Form d-Acknowledgement in writing if no personal effects e-Mandatory removal of specific medical devices Relationship Between Viewing and Authority of Authorizing Agent -
    • correct answer ✅a-Authorizing agent authorizes to assign duty of viewing b-Witness cremation Indemnification Relieving the Funeral Director from Liability for Inaccurate Information by the Authorizing Agent - - - correct answer ✅a-Funeral personnel reply on information presented b-Indemnification statement included/signed in cremation paperwork c-Assists in possible legal action taken against the funeral professional d-Adhering to a strict ethical code

Questions And Answers

Specific cremation liability - - - correct answer ✅1-Cremating the wrong body 2-Cremating without authority 3-Cremating without informed consent 4-Comingling cremated remains What amount of funeral homes use third party crematories? - - - correct answer ✅2/ Due Dilligence - - - correct answer ✅Thoroughly examining the crematory to verify their practices align with, or exceed the expectations of the funeral home Crematory records to verify - - - correct answer ✅a-business license/permits b-personal licenses/certifications c-record of liability insurance d-identification procedures and practices throughout the entire cremation process at the crematory 3 T's - - - correct answer ✅Time Temperature

Questions And Answers

Turbulence Time - - - correct answer ✅-Retention time, how long gas is in the chamber -Optimal length of exposure is usually .5-1 second of exposure to heat Temperature - - - correct answer ✅1400- body is the fuel Turbulence - - - correct answer ✅*Baffles: Keep air moving, aids in complete combustion and minimal emissions *Opacity: Amount of light reduced when viewed through visible emissions BTU (British Thermal Unit) - - - correct answer ✅The quantity of heat required to raise 1lb of water 1 degree Fahrenheit In-Line Design Machines - - - correct answer ✅Gases flow front to back then out. Usually longer and narrower build.

Questions And Answers

-An air tray should be used as a cremation container for additional support Infant and Stillborn Cases - - - correct answer ✅-Always use the cremation pan and never place directly under the primary burner or the small amount of remains will bow out and be unrecoverable -Process with mortar and pestle not with the machine Medical Devices/Implants - - - correct answer ✅-Pacemakers and defibrillator should be removed prior to cremations as their lithium batteries can explode at high temperatures. These present more danger to operator than the machine -Radioactive pellets-may be cremated depending on the isotope and its half-life. Each case must be individually researched. Infectious Diseases - - - correct answer ✅-Always use universal Precautions -Perform these cremations as soon as possible