Funeral Home Regulatory Compliance Inspection Checklist

This checklist ensures funeral homes comply with the FTC Funeral Rule (16 CFR Part 453), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, and state funeral director licensing board requirements. Designed for funeral home directors and compliance officers.

  • Industry: Funeral Services / Health Services
  • Frequency: Monthly / Per regulatory inspection
  • Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Role: Funeral Director / Compliance Officer
  • Total Items: 26
  • Compliance: FTC Funeral Rule 16 CFR Part 453, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens, State Funeral Director Licensing Board Regulations, NFDA National Funeral Directors Association Standards

FTC Funeral Rule Compliance

Federal Trade Commission Funeral Rule requirements for consumer disclosures.

  • General Price List (GPL) current, accurate, and offered at first in-person contact?
  • Casket Price List offered when caskets are shown?
  • Outer Burial Container Price List offered when relevant?
  • Itemized Statement of Goods and Services provided before final payment?
  • No mandatory package requiring items not wanted by customer?

Bloodborne Pathogen Compliance

OSHA bloodborne pathogen standard compliance in preparation room.

  • Written Exposure Control Plan current and available to employees?
  • Appropriate PPE (gloves, gowns, face shields) available in preparation room?
  • PPE used by all staff during preparation of remains?
  • Sharps containers used for needles and disposables?
  • Hepatitis B vaccination offered to all exposed employees?

Preparation Room Compliance

Embalming room safety, ventilation, and chemical handling.

  • Preparation room ventilation functioning (min 10 air changes per hour)?
  • Formaldehyde levels monitored and within OSHA PEL (0.75 ppm TWA)?
  • Preparation room drains flowing freely and sealed between uses?
  • SDS available for all embalming chemicals in use?

Funeral Vehicle Compliance

Hearse, removal vehicles, and transport compliance.

  • All funeral vehicles inspected and roadworthy?
  • Vehicle registration and insurance current?
  • Body transfer containers clean, intact, and properly labeled?
  • All drivers possess valid driver license and appropriate endorsements?

Records and Licensing

License currency and record-keeping compliance.

  • Funeral home state license current and posted?
  • All funeral director licenses current and on file?
  • Death certificate procedures followed for all decedents?
  • Preneed trust accounts current and compliant with state law?

General Facility Compliance

Facility cleanliness, accessibility, and safety.

  • ADA accessible entrance and restroom available?
  • Chapel/visitation rooms clean and in good condition?
  • Refrigeration/cold storage functioning at required temperature?
  • Compliance issues or corrective actions required

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Why Use This Funeral Home Regulatory Compliance Inspection Checklist?

This funeral home regulatory compliance inspection checklist helps funeral services / health services teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for funeral director / compliance officer professionals, this checklist covers 26 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly / per regulatory inspection.

Ensures compliance with FTC Funeral Rule 16 CFR Part 453, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens, State Funeral Director Licensing Board Regulations, NFDA National Funeral Directors Association Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Funeral Home Regulatory Compliance Inspection Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 26 inspection items across 6 sections: FTC Funeral Rule Compliance, Bloodborne Pathogen Compliance, Preparation Room Compliance, Funeral Vehicle Compliance, Records and Licensing, General Facility Compliance. It is designed for funeral services / health services operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed monthly / per regulatory inspection. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.

Who should use this Funeral Home Regulatory Compliance Inspection Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Funeral Director / Compliance Officer professionals in the funeral services / health services industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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