W. Va. Code R. § 6-2-13

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 37, September 13, 2024

Section 6-2-13 - Necessary Equipment

13.1. A crematory shall have the equipment for the conduct of cremating includes but is not limited to;

13.1.1. at least one commercially manufactured cremation unit, maintained in good working condition, and in accordance with the division of environmental protection legislative rules 45 CSR 13;

13.1.2. at least one commercially manufactured mechanical device or processor for grinding, crushing, or pulverizing cremated remains maintained in good working condition; and

13.1.3. an appropriate holding facility for dead human bodies awaiting cremation.

13.2. A crematory shall also maintain the following:

13.2.1. sanitary flooring in the room which houses the cremation unit and in any room where a dead human body may be stored or prepared for cremation;

13.2.2 running hot and cold water with a lavatory sink for personal hygiene;

13.2.3 sanitary plumbing connected with a sewer, cesspool, septic tank or other Department of health and Human Resources approved system;

13.2.4 adequately screened or covered doors and windows in all rooms where a dead human body may be stored, prepared for cremation to prevent viewing from outside this room;

13.2.5 covered and sealed containers for refuse, trash and soiled linens;

13.2.6 first aid kit;

13.2.7 a "private sign" posted on any door entering all rooms where a dead human body may be stored; or being prepared for cremation or cremated;

13.2.8 documentation which shows that all waste materials, refuse, used bandages, and cotton are destroyed by reducing to ashes by incineration, or are removed by a licensed medical waste dispenser, or are removed and transported by the owner in accordance with the provisions of 64 CSR 56;

13.2.9. personal protective equipment in which every person, while engaged in actually preparing a dead human body for cremation, is attired with impervious rubber gloves and a clean smock or gown covering the person from the neck to below the knees;

13.2.10 sanitary blankets or other coverings to be used to shield a dead human body to show proper care and dignity at all times;

13.2.11 if the crematory serves the public directly, restroom facilities in compliance with all federal, state, and local health requirements;

13.2.12 if the crematory serves the public directly, office space for making arrangements; and

13.3. Failure to comply with this section shall result in disciplinary action as outlined in W. Va. Code §§ 30-6-1 et. seq.

W. Va. Code R. § 6-2-13