Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 46 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
Part XXXVII - Regulations
Chapter 1 - General Provisions
Section XXXVII-109 - Attire for Embalmers and Crematory Retort Operators

Universal Citation: LA Admin Code XXXVII-109

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

A. Each Louisiana licensed embalmer or intern, while engaged in embalming a dead human body, shall be attired in a clean and sanitary smock or gown; and the body being embalmed shall at all times be covered so as to insure the privacy of said body.

B. Each Louisiana licensed embalmer or intern, while engaged in embalming a dead human body, shall be properly attired to provide for his/her own safety as well as the safety of others and in that regard, it is suggested that the proper attire of the embalmer or intern shall include the following:

1. a sanitary waterproof disposable gown, apron or smock;

2. clean and sanitary rubber or latex gloves;

3. a mask or some other type of protective shield for eye and face protection; or

4. any other applicable safety devices required by OSHA.

C. Protective clothing should be removed before leaving the preparation room and deposited within a container that can be properly disposed of in accordance with governmental codes covering such disposals.

D. Every crematory authority shall make available for use by the crematory retort operator, while engaged in the process of cremating a dead human body, heat resistant gloves and apron; protective face shield (heat reflective); and, any other applicable safety devices required by OSHA.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Adopted in accordance with R.S. 37:840.

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