Cremation Practicum Section Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
By 2020 what will the projected cremation rate be? -
correct answer ✅It is projected by the year 2020 just over 50% of
all American families experiencing a death will choose cremation,
accounting for more than 1.6 million cremations nationwide.
What are the 9 factors that influence the increase in popularity of
cremation? -
correct answer ✅1. people are dying older and choosing
cremation for themselves
2. migration to retirement locations is increasing
3. cremation has become acceptable
4. environmental considerations are becoming more important
5. level of education is rising
6. ties to tradition are becoming weaker
7. regional differences are diminishing
8. religious restrictions are diminishing
9. greater flexibility in memorialization services
The five primary reasons why cremation is being chosen are as
follows: -
correct answer ✅1. saves money (30%)
,Cremation Practicum Section Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
2. saves land (13%)
3. simpler (8%)
4. body not in earth (6%)
5. personal preference (6%)
Make sure all of the following: -
correct answer ✅a. civil and medical authorities have issued all
required permits.
b. all necessary authorizations have been obtained, and no
objections have been made. DO NOT accept any authorizations that
have been altered.
c. Any scheduled ceremonies or viewings have been completed.
d. Not identified by any type of identification tag or when the
identity is in question.
e. The completed witnessing form or witnessing refusal form did
not accompany the remains.
, Cremation Practicum Section Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
f. That you believe the weigh to be in excess of "own comfort level"
pounds.
g. That the remains are in a casket/container constructed of
material that you believe to be suitable for cremation.
h. Never, ever accept a phone call requesting a change be made in
the cremation process, packaging, or mailing of cremated remains.
all changes must be in writing and signed by the person who has
final control of the disposition of the deceased.
Records -
correct answer ✅Maintain crematory records, including service
and maintenance records, and archived crematory logs and daily
temperature charts as required by your licenses and permits.
Safety -
correct answer ✅-Wear appropriate safety equipment provided at
all times. PPE
- Keep the crematory equipment room as clean as possible.
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
By 2020 what will the projected cremation rate be? -
correct answer ✅It is projected by the year 2020 just over 50% of
all American families experiencing a death will choose cremation,
accounting for more than 1.6 million cremations nationwide.
What are the 9 factors that influence the increase in popularity of
cremation? -
correct answer ✅1. people are dying older and choosing
cremation for themselves
2. migration to retirement locations is increasing
3. cremation has become acceptable
4. environmental considerations are becoming more important
5. level of education is rising
6. ties to tradition are becoming weaker
7. regional differences are diminishing
8. religious restrictions are diminishing
9. greater flexibility in memorialization services
The five primary reasons why cremation is being chosen are as
follows: -
correct answer ✅1. saves money (30%)
,Cremation Practicum Section Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
2. saves land (13%)
3. simpler (8%)
4. body not in earth (6%)
5. personal preference (6%)
Make sure all of the following: -
correct answer ✅a. civil and medical authorities have issued all
required permits.
b. all necessary authorizations have been obtained, and no
objections have been made. DO NOT accept any authorizations that
have been altered.
c. Any scheduled ceremonies or viewings have been completed.
d. Not identified by any type of identification tag or when the
identity is in question.
e. The completed witnessing form or witnessing refusal form did
not accompany the remains.
, Cremation Practicum Section Exam
Questions & Answers (Grade A+)
f. That you believe the weigh to be in excess of "own comfort level"
pounds.
g. That the remains are in a casket/container constructed of
material that you believe to be suitable for cremation.
h. Never, ever accept a phone call requesting a change be made in
the cremation process, packaging, or mailing of cremated remains.
all changes must be in writing and signed by the person who has
final control of the disposition of the deceased.
Records -
correct answer ✅Maintain crematory records, including service
and maintenance records, and archived crematory logs and daily
temperature charts as required by your licenses and permits.
Safety -
correct answer ✅-Wear appropriate safety equipment provided at
all times. PPE
- Keep the crematory equipment room as clean as possible.
