WAC 98-80-030   Holding human remains for cremation.  (1) A crematory must not accept and hold human remains for cremation unless the human remains are contained in a cremation container.

     (2) A crematory must not accept human remains in a cremation container having evidence of body fluid leakage.

     (3) Human remains that are not embalmed must be held only within a mechanically or commercially acceptable refrigerated facility of adequate capacity, with a maximum temperature of 48 degrees Fahrenheit, or in compliance with applicable public health regulations.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 68.05.105 and chapter 34.05 RCW. 07-11-088, § 98-80-030, filed 5/15/07, effective 6/15/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 68.05.100. 02-19-018, § 98-80-030, filed 9/9/02, effective 10/10/02.]