N.J. Admin. Code § 13:36-5.17

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 13:36-5.17 - Removal of human remains; authorization

(a) No person shall remove human remains from any residence or institution without first securing authorization consenting to the removal from the legal next of kin, consistent with N.J.S.A. 45:27-22, or a person legally entitled to grant said authorization.

(b) All removals of human remains shall be made pursuant to the direction of a registered mortuary.

(c) A registered mortuary shall ensure that all persons providing removal services utilize universal precautions as set forth in N.J.A.C. 13:36-6.4 and comply with all applicable Board rules.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:36-5.17

Amended by 51 N.J.R. 880(b), effective 6/3/2019