CPC Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge 5

Question 1

When no designated agent exists, who generally has the first right to control disposition under most state hierarchies?

Accepted Answer

The surviving spouse

Answer

State statutes commonly rank a designated agent first, then the surviving spouse, adult children, parents, then siblings.

Question 2

Why do many states require a waiting period before cremation?

Accepted Answer

To allow for permits and confirm authorization and cause of death review

Answer

Waiting periods, often 24 to 48 hours, allow authorizations and medical examiner clearance to be completed.

Question 3

Under the OSHA formaldehyde standard, what is the 8-hour time-weighted average permissible exposure limit?

Accepted Answer

0.75 ppm

Answer

OSHA's formaldehyde standard sets the 8-hour TWA PEL at 0.75 ppm and a 15-minute STEL of 2 ppm.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a cemetery perpetual care fund?

Accepted Answer

To finance long-term maintenance of cemetery grounds

Answer

Perpetual care funds are legally required in many states to maintain grounds after plots are sold.

Question 5

Which is true about preneed cremation authorization?

Accepted Answer

Many states allow individuals to authorize their own cremation in advance in writing

Answer

Many states let a person pre-authorize cremation, which can bind survivors under the statute.

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