BMS Funeral Service Law and Ethics 4

Question 1

Which ethical concept holds that funeral service professionals should treat all families equally regardless of race, religion, or socioeconomic status?

Accepted Answer

Justice

Answer

Justice in professional ethics requires fair, non-discriminatory treatment of all clients regardless of personal characteristics.

Question 2

A funeral director who is also a licensed life insurance agent sells a policy to a grieving widow during the arrangement conference. This is primarily an ethical violation of:

Accepted Answer

Conflict of interest and exploitation of a vulnerable person

Answer

Selling financial products to a grieving person during arrangements constitutes exploitation and a serious conflict of interest.

Question 3

What does OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) primarily require of funeral homes?

Accepted Answer

Exposure control plans and PPE use when handling remains

Answer

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard requires funeral homes to have exposure control plans and provide PPE to protect workers from infectious materials.

Question 4

A state law prohibits the scattering of cremated remains in public parks. A family requests this service. The funeral director should:

Accepted Answer

Inform the family of the legal prohibition and assist with lawful alternatives

Answer

Funeral directors must inform families of legal restrictions and guide them toward lawful options rather than facilitating illegal acts.

Question 5

Which document authorizes the final disposition of human remains and is issued by local government after a death certificate is filed?

Accepted Answer

Burial permit (Disposition permit)

Answer

The burial or disposition permit is issued by the local registrar after the death certificate is filed and authorizes the method of final disposition.

BMS - Bachelor of Mortuary Science Practice Test

BMS - Bachelor of Mortuary Science Practice Test

BMS Funeral Service Law and Ethics 4