La. Admin. Code tit. 46 § XXXVII-109
Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 8, August 20, 2024
Section XXXVII-109 - Attire for Embalmers and Crematory Retort OperatorsA. 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; or4. 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.La. Admin. Code tit. 46, § XXXVII-109
Adopted by the Department of Health and Human Resources, Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, August 1966, amended by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, LR 15:10 (January 1989), LR 30:2818 (December 2004).AUTHORITY NOTE: Adopted in accordance with R.S. 37:840.