Articles
December 2005
The Director - Features
Refocusing on CJD
An update for funeral homes on the impact of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease on OSHA compliance and workers’ compensation
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Refocusing on CJD, Edward M. Ranier writes, “Recent events in Idaho and an increased number of inquiries by funeral service professionals on NFDA’s OSHA Support Line justify a refocus on Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) and the proper precautions an embalmer should take when facing a confirmed CJD case in order to minimize potential transmission of the disease and remain in compliance with OSHA laws, standards and regulations.” This article discusses these issues.
Ranier is a partner in the law firm of Lord & Whip in Baltimore, Maryland, and serves as NFDA’s OSHA counsel.
