No. 30738: R436-8. Authorization for Final Disposition of Deceased Persons

DAR File No.: 30738
Filed: 11/21/2007, 04:36
Received by: NL

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 26-1-5 provides that the Department of Health has the power to make rules necessary to carry out the provisions of Title 26. Section 26-2-3 provides that the Department of Health establish a statewide vital records system. This rule implements the provisions for the transportation and disposition of deceased persons as outlined in Sections 26-2-17 and 26-2-18.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments have been received.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

Rule R436-8 provides details on procedures and requirements for transporting and disposing of dead bodies. The requirements of the rule are important to safeguard public health and are accepted practice in the funeral industry, so the rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Health
Center for Health Data, Vital Records and Statistics
CANNON HEALTH BLDG
288 N 1460 W
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84116-3231

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Jeff Duncan at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7023, by FAX at 801-538-7012, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

David N. Sundwall, Executive Director