Code of Maine Rules
02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION
331 - STATE BOARD OF FUNERAL SERVICE
Chapter 12 - TRANSPORTATION OF HUMAN REMAINS
Section 331-12-2 - Definitions

Universal Citation: 02 ME Code Rules ยง 331-12-2

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

For this chapter, the following terms are defined as:

A. Multi-purpose Funeral Vehicle: "Multipurpose Funeral Vehicle" means a vehicle, other than a hearse, used for transporting dead human bodies or human remains.

B. Hearse: "Hearse" means a vehicle specially constructed and used for conveying dead human bodies or human remains.

C. Hinge Point: "Hinge Point" means the point on a seat assembly where the vehicle seat back attaches to and pivots above the horizontal seat base.

D. Platform: "Platform" means a removable or permanent rigid surface including but not limited to a casket floor, a loading deck, or wood or other material that is used to facilitate the loading and unloading of transportation equipment.

E. Raised Platform: "Raised Platform" means a platform at a height above the hinge point.

F. Transporation Equipment: "Transportation Equipment" means a stretcher, cot, rack, cot mate, tray, platform, casket, alternative container, or like mechanisms that are made of metal or other rigid materials and are used for transporting dead human bodies or human remains.

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