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Total Questions & Answers - 178
Q1. Describe the requirements a funeral home must meet regarding facilities according to Ohio
law.
A. Funeral homes need no specific facilities
B. Must have either an embalming room or holding room that is equipped, maintained,
clean, used only for preparation/holding of the dead, containing necessary articles, facilities, and
instruments
C. May share embalming room with other businesses
D. Embalming rooms may be used for cremation
Q2. Identify what other facilities a crematory may be combined with in Ohio.
A. Only funeral homes
B. Embalming facilities and cemetery buildings
C. Hospital morgues
D. Any commercial business
Q3. State where funeral home, embalming facility, crematory licenses, and embalmer/director
licenses and CCO permits must be displayed.
A. In a locked office accessible only to employees
B. In a conspicuous place within the facility; name of licensee displayed immediately on
outside or inside of the primary public entrance
C. Only online on the Board's website
D. At the local city hall
Q4. State what "direct supervision" means according to the Ohio Funeral Directing/Embalming
regulations.
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A. The licensed director approves work remotely
B. The apprentice is allowed to work unsupervised after training
C. The physical presence of a licensed funeral director or embalmer while the specific
functions are being carried out
D. Inspection of records after funeral services
Q5. Where must licenses for funeral homes, embalming facilities, crematories, embalmers,
directors, and CCOs be displayed in Ohio?
Ans. All licenses must be displayed in a conspicuous place within the facility. Additionally,
the name of the licensed funeral director, embalmer, or CCO to whom the funeral home license is
issued must be displayed immediately on the outside or inside of the primary entrance that the
public uses, ensuring visibility and transparency to clients and regulatory inspectors.
Q6. When do licenses and permits issued by the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors
expire?
Ans. Licenses and permits expire on the last day of December in each even-numbered year.
This biennial cycle ensures that all funeral directing, embalming, crematory, and related permits
and licenses are synchronized for renewal purposes, aiding in regulatory oversight and
professional accountability.
Q7. Identify the composition of the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors.
A. 5 members appointed by the governor: 4 licensed directors, 1 public representative
B. 7 members appointed by the governor: 5 licensed directors, 4 licensed embalmers, 1
CCO, 2 represent the public, 1 member at least 60 years old
C. 7 members appointed by the governor: 5 licensed directors, 1 licensed embalmer, 1 CCO
D. 6 members elected by funeral professionals only
Q8. Can the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors adjust fees, and if so, what
limitations apply?
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Ans. Yes, the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors has the authority to establish
fees higher than the base amounts; however, the fees cannot be increased by more than 50 percent
over the standard fee. This limitation ensures fees remain reasonable and controlled while allowing
the board some flexibility to cover administrative costs.
Q9. How can an inactive funeral director or embalmer license be reinstated in Ohio?
Ans. To reinstate an inactive license, the individual must have waited at least two years
before returning to active status. They must file an application with the Ohio Board, pass the Ohio
laws examination specific to each license held, and pay a $140 reactivation fee to complete the
reinstatement process.
Q10. What are the eligibility criteria to obtain a Crematory Control Operator (CCO) permit in
Ohio?
Ans. To become a Crematory Control Operator in Ohio, an applicant must be at least 18
years old, have no serious criminal offenses, and have completed a crematory operation
certification program. Unlike funeral directors and embalmers, CCOs who are managing the
facility are not required to hold embalmer or funeral director licenses.
Q11. List the fee for reinstatement of a lapsed funeral home or embalming facility license.
A. $350 renewal fee plus $50 for each month, maximum $500
B. $350 flat fee only
C. $100 renewal fee plus monthly penalties
D. $500 renewal fee with no monthly charges
Q12. Describe the composition and appointment details of the Board of Embalmers and Funeral
Directors in Ohio.
Ans. The Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors consists of seven members
appointed by the governor. The board includes five licensed funeral directors and four licensed
embalmers (though this numerical total suggests there may be some overlap in roles or members
serving dual roles), one consumer member (CCO), two members representing the public, and at
least one member who is 60 years or older. Each member serves a term of five years, ensuring
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experienced oversight in funeral service regulation.
Q13. How many funeral homes can a licensed funeral director directly supervise in Ohio?
A. Unlimited number
B. Three funeral homes
C. One funeral home; they may supervise more indirectly
D. Two funeral homes only
Q14. When must the preneed annual report be sent in according to Ohio regulations?
A. Mailed or postmarked on or before the due date annually
B. Within 30 days after the end of the fiscal year
C. Only upon request by the Board
D. Every five years
Q15. What is the fee for initial or biennial renewal of embalmer or funeral director licenses in
Ohio?
A. $25
B. $350
C. $150
D. $100
Q16. How many funeral homes can a licensed funeral director directly supervise in Ohio?
Ans. A licensed funeral director in Ohio may directly supervise only one funeral home.
However, they may have supervisory responsibilities over multiple funeral homes indirectly but
cannot be physically responsible for directing operations in more than one location
simultaneously.
Q17. State the requirement for antemortem cremation authorization forms.
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Total Questions & Answers - 178
Q1. Describe the requirements a funeral home must meet regarding facilities according to Ohio
law.
A. Funeral homes need no specific facilities
B. Must have either an embalming room or holding room that is equipped, maintained,
clean, used only for preparation/holding of the dead, containing necessary articles, facilities, and
instruments
C. May share embalming room with other businesses
D. Embalming rooms may be used for cremation
Q2. Identify what other facilities a crematory may be combined with in Ohio.
A. Only funeral homes
B. Embalming facilities and cemetery buildings
C. Hospital morgues
D. Any commercial business
Q3. State where funeral home, embalming facility, crematory licenses, and embalmer/director
licenses and CCO permits must be displayed.
A. In a locked office accessible only to employees
B. In a conspicuous place within the facility; name of licensee displayed immediately on
outside or inside of the primary public entrance
C. Only online on the Board's website
D. At the local city hall
Q4. State what "direct supervision" means according to the Ohio Funeral Directing/Embalming
regulations.
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A. The licensed director approves work remotely
B. The apprentice is allowed to work unsupervised after training
C. The physical presence of a licensed funeral director or embalmer while the specific
functions are being carried out
D. Inspection of records after funeral services
Q5. Where must licenses for funeral homes, embalming facilities, crematories, embalmers,
directors, and CCOs be displayed in Ohio?
Ans. All licenses must be displayed in a conspicuous place within the facility. Additionally,
the name of the licensed funeral director, embalmer, or CCO to whom the funeral home license is
issued must be displayed immediately on the outside or inside of the primary entrance that the
public uses, ensuring visibility and transparency to clients and regulatory inspectors.
Q6. When do licenses and permits issued by the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors
expire?
Ans. Licenses and permits expire on the last day of December in each even-numbered year.
This biennial cycle ensures that all funeral directing, embalming, crematory, and related permits
and licenses are synchronized for renewal purposes, aiding in regulatory oversight and
professional accountability.
Q7. Identify the composition of the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors.
A. 5 members appointed by the governor: 4 licensed directors, 1 public representative
B. 7 members appointed by the governor: 5 licensed directors, 4 licensed embalmers, 1
CCO, 2 represent the public, 1 member at least 60 years old
C. 7 members appointed by the governor: 5 licensed directors, 1 licensed embalmer, 1 CCO
D. 6 members elected by funeral professionals only
Q8. Can the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors adjust fees, and if so, what
limitations apply?
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Ans. Yes, the Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors has the authority to establish
fees higher than the base amounts; however, the fees cannot be increased by more than 50 percent
over the standard fee. This limitation ensures fees remain reasonable and controlled while allowing
the board some flexibility to cover administrative costs.
Q9. How can an inactive funeral director or embalmer license be reinstated in Ohio?
Ans. To reinstate an inactive license, the individual must have waited at least two years
before returning to active status. They must file an application with the Ohio Board, pass the Ohio
laws examination specific to each license held, and pay a $140 reactivation fee to complete the
reinstatement process.
Q10. What are the eligibility criteria to obtain a Crematory Control Operator (CCO) permit in
Ohio?
Ans. To become a Crematory Control Operator in Ohio, an applicant must be at least 18
years old, have no serious criminal offenses, and have completed a crematory operation
certification program. Unlike funeral directors and embalmers, CCOs who are managing the
facility are not required to hold embalmer or funeral director licenses.
Q11. List the fee for reinstatement of a lapsed funeral home or embalming facility license.
A. $350 renewal fee plus $50 for each month, maximum $500
B. $350 flat fee only
C. $100 renewal fee plus monthly penalties
D. $500 renewal fee with no monthly charges
Q12. Describe the composition and appointment details of the Board of Embalmers and Funeral
Directors in Ohio.
Ans. The Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors consists of seven members
appointed by the governor. The board includes five licensed funeral directors and four licensed
embalmers (though this numerical total suggests there may be some overlap in roles or members
serving dual roles), one consumer member (CCO), two members representing the public, and at
least one member who is 60 years or older. Each member serves a term of five years, ensuring
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experienced oversight in funeral service regulation.
Q13. How many funeral homes can a licensed funeral director directly supervise in Ohio?
A. Unlimited number
B. Three funeral homes
C. One funeral home; they may supervise more indirectly
D. Two funeral homes only
Q14. When must the preneed annual report be sent in according to Ohio regulations?
A. Mailed or postmarked on or before the due date annually
B. Within 30 days after the end of the fiscal year
C. Only upon request by the Board
D. Every five years
Q15. What is the fee for initial or biennial renewal of embalmer or funeral director licenses in
Ohio?
A. $25
B. $350
C. $150
D. $100
Q16. How many funeral homes can a licensed funeral director directly supervise in Ohio?
Ans. A licensed funeral director in Ohio may directly supervise only one funeral home.
However, they may have supervisory responsibilities over multiple funeral homes indirectly but
cannot be physically responsible for directing operations in more than one location
simultaneously.
Q17. State the requirement for antemortem cremation authorization forms.
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