Georgia State Board of Funeral Service Exam Fall 2022
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How many members are on the SBOFS?
Seven
How is the SBOFS comprised?
Seven Members who are Appointed by the Governor. Six are funeral directors (five
years experience in state), and one is a non-industry-consumer-advocate.
How long is the term for the SBOFS?
Six Years
How often does the SBOFS meet?
Required to meet annually, but meets monthly in Macon, GA.
What is the mission of the SBOFS?
1. Ensuring the proper care and disposition of dead human bodies.
The SBOFS is authorized to:
1. Develop standards of proficiency and qualifications for those engaged or wish to
engage in FD/Emb.
2. Revoke and Suspend licenses.
3. Establish or amend the rules/regulations governing FD/Emb.
4. Develop standards of cleanliness and sanitation
5. Setting minimum standards of appearance for FH/Crematories
What is the role of the FDFCC?
Tasked with always making sure that the establishment is always in compliance with the
regulations set forth by the SBOFS.
An FDFCC has ___ days to notify the SBOFS of separation from the
establishment.
Five
An FDFCC has ___ days to notify the SBOFS of change of ownership of an
establishment.
15
Can a person legally serve as the FDFCC for more than one establishment?
No
Georgia Cemetery & Funeral Services Act of 2000
Makes it unlawful for any person to offer or sell any preneed burial services or funeral
merchandise in the state of Georgia without being registered as a preneed dealer or
preneed agent.
Are preneed funds taxable?
No
100% of Preneed funds for burial/funeral expenses must be deposited in:
1. State Bank
2. State S&L
3. Federal Bank
4. Federal S&L
Preneed funds may NOT be:
, 1. Transferred
2. Pledged
3. Hypothecated
The preneed dealer shall have ___ days, after becoming aware of the fact, to
correct any amount that is less than it should be.
15
Can interest from preneed funds be used by the FD to pay for merchandise?
No
Revocable Contract (Type of Preneed Contract)
May be terminated by the purchaser at any time prior to death with a refund of the
monies paid.
Irrevocable Contract (Type of Preneed Contract)
The contract cannot be terminated or cancelled.
Guaranteed Contract (Type of Preneed Contract)
FH guarantees that the services and merchandise will be provided at the time of need
for an amount not exceeding the original amount of the contract plus any interest.
Non-Guaranteed Contract (Type of Preneed Contract)
FH agrees that the amount prepaid plus any interest will be credited to the balance due.
However, the cost of the funeral will be current pricing at the time of death.
Apprenticeship License
1. Must be registered with the SBOFS
2. Serve 3,120 hours in no less that 18 months
3. Regular business hours: 8am-10pm
4. Case/Hour reports should be submitted to the SBOFS every six months.
5. Apprenticeship must be served under a board approved supervising FD/Emb
6. Apprenticeship must be served at a board approved establishment.
How long must a preceptor be licensed before taking on an apprentice?
Three Years
FD/Emb License
1. Submit proper application to the SBOFS
2. Must be 18 years of age and have good character
3. High School Graduate or GED
4. Graduated from an accredited Mortuary College
5. Must have completed an apprenticeship of 3,120 hours (50 FD cases/50 Emb cases)
6. Pass a comprehensive exam of FD/Emb laws in the state of Georgia.
Establishment License (FH/Crematory)
1. Must be located at a specific street address and have the minimum facilities and
equipment
2. 30-person capacity room used for conducting services.
3. Prep Room that has non-porous, sanitary floor & walls with proper ventilation &
drainage.
4. Supplies and instruments needed for the preparation and embalming of human
remains.
5. Must have a display room containing 8 caskets or mock-ups.
6. Must have one operable motor hearse and one set of church trucks.
Crematory License
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How many members are on the SBOFS?
Seven
How is the SBOFS comprised?
Seven Members who are Appointed by the Governor. Six are funeral directors (five
years experience in state), and one is a non-industry-consumer-advocate.
How long is the term for the SBOFS?
Six Years
How often does the SBOFS meet?
Required to meet annually, but meets monthly in Macon, GA.
What is the mission of the SBOFS?
1. Ensuring the proper care and disposition of dead human bodies.
The SBOFS is authorized to:
1. Develop standards of proficiency and qualifications for those engaged or wish to
engage in FD/Emb.
2. Revoke and Suspend licenses.
3. Establish or amend the rules/regulations governing FD/Emb.
4. Develop standards of cleanliness and sanitation
5. Setting minimum standards of appearance for FH/Crematories
What is the role of the FDFCC?
Tasked with always making sure that the establishment is always in compliance with the
regulations set forth by the SBOFS.
An FDFCC has ___ days to notify the SBOFS of separation from the
establishment.
Five
An FDFCC has ___ days to notify the SBOFS of change of ownership of an
establishment.
15
Can a person legally serve as the FDFCC for more than one establishment?
No
Georgia Cemetery & Funeral Services Act of 2000
Makes it unlawful for any person to offer or sell any preneed burial services or funeral
merchandise in the state of Georgia without being registered as a preneed dealer or
preneed agent.
Are preneed funds taxable?
No
100% of Preneed funds for burial/funeral expenses must be deposited in:
1. State Bank
2. State S&L
3. Federal Bank
4. Federal S&L
Preneed funds may NOT be:
, 1. Transferred
2. Pledged
3. Hypothecated
The preneed dealer shall have ___ days, after becoming aware of the fact, to
correct any amount that is less than it should be.
15
Can interest from preneed funds be used by the FD to pay for merchandise?
No
Revocable Contract (Type of Preneed Contract)
May be terminated by the purchaser at any time prior to death with a refund of the
monies paid.
Irrevocable Contract (Type of Preneed Contract)
The contract cannot be terminated or cancelled.
Guaranteed Contract (Type of Preneed Contract)
FH guarantees that the services and merchandise will be provided at the time of need
for an amount not exceeding the original amount of the contract plus any interest.
Non-Guaranteed Contract (Type of Preneed Contract)
FH agrees that the amount prepaid plus any interest will be credited to the balance due.
However, the cost of the funeral will be current pricing at the time of death.
Apprenticeship License
1. Must be registered with the SBOFS
2. Serve 3,120 hours in no less that 18 months
3. Regular business hours: 8am-10pm
4. Case/Hour reports should be submitted to the SBOFS every six months.
5. Apprenticeship must be served under a board approved supervising FD/Emb
6. Apprenticeship must be served at a board approved establishment.
How long must a preceptor be licensed before taking on an apprentice?
Three Years
FD/Emb License
1. Submit proper application to the SBOFS
2. Must be 18 years of age and have good character
3. High School Graduate or GED
4. Graduated from an accredited Mortuary College
5. Must have completed an apprenticeship of 3,120 hours (50 FD cases/50 Emb cases)
6. Pass a comprehensive exam of FD/Emb laws in the state of Georgia.
Establishment License (FH/Crematory)
1. Must be located at a specific street address and have the minimum facilities and
equipment
2. 30-person capacity room used for conducting services.
3. Prep Room that has non-porous, sanitary floor & walls with proper ventilation &
drainage.
4. Supplies and instruments needed for the preparation and embalming of human
remains.
5. Must have a display room containing 8 caskets or mock-ups.
6. Must have one operable motor hearse and one set of church trucks.
Crematory License
