Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 830 - MORTUARY AND CEMETERY BOARD
Here’s a comprehensive overview of OAR Chapter 830 – Mortuary and Cemetery Board, current through March 1, 2025:
🏛️ Structure & Divisions
Division 1 – Procedural Rules (§ 830‑001‑0000)
Adopts the Attorney General’s Model Rules of Procedure and governs notice of rulemaking via Secretary of State Bulletin and outreach to stakeholders (oregon.gov).
Division 11 – General Information (§ 830‑011‑0000 to § 830‑011‑0080)
Defines key terms and covers apprentice registrations, background investigations, temporary permits, and registration of preneed salespersons (oregon.gov).
Division 20 – Examination & Licensure (§ 830‑020‑0000 to § 830‑020‑0050)
Includes applications, exam requirements, license fees, military leave, reciprocity, disaster mutual aid agreements (oregon.gov).
Division 30 – Scope of Practice & Duties (§ 830‑030‑0000 to § 830‑030‑0100)
Covers authority for funeral/crematory/cemetery/alternative disposition, care and transportation of remains, holding funerals, and handling communicable disease cases (oregon.gov).
Division 40 – Facility Responsibilities (§ 830‑040‑0000 to § 830‑040‑0095)
Governs contracts, inspections, preparation room standards, ownership changes, advertising, indigent disposition reimbursement (law.cornell.edu, oregon.gov).
Division 50 – Unprofessional Conduct (§ 830‑050‑0000 to § 830‑050‑0050)
Outlines grounds for disciplinary action, including violations of standards or statutory duties (oregon.gov).
Division 60 – Death Care Consultant Licensure (§ 830‑060‑0010 to § 830‑060‑0020)
Details licensure, exams, renewal, fee requirements, and scope of practice for death care consultants (oregon.gov).
🔍 Key Highlights
🚛 Transportation & Handling of Remains
Unembalmed remains moved after 24 hours must stay refrigerated or be embalmed/placed in sealed container if transport exceeds six hours (regulations.justia.com).
Funeral services or viewings with unembalmed remains are limited to six hours and require them to be washed and refrigerated beforehand (regulations.justia.com).
⚖️ Standards of Practice
Licensees must comply with ORS Chapters 97, 432, 692, respect client dignity, supervise properly, report misconduct, maintain records, and refrain from misleading practices (oregon.public.law).
Principals are held responsible for actions of their employees (oregon.public.law).
🏢 Facility Rules & Contracts
Contracts must clearly state the facility is licensed by the Board (in at least 10‑point font), include the registered business name and location (oregon.gov).
Licensed facilities must permit inspections, maintain sanitation, and cooperate with Board investigators (oregon.gov).
Change in ownership or corporate structure must be approved by the Board; stock ownership ≥10% must be disclosed .
👥 Disciplinary & Unprofessional Conduct
Misconduct—including abuse of remains or clients, exploitation, falsifying records, or refusing inspections—can result in civil penalties, suspension, or license revocation .
👨💼 Licensure & Apprentices
Specifies apprenticeship requirements (education, background check, supervision), exams (including national board option), and fee structures .
Licensure reciprocity and disaster mutual aid participation are also addressed (oregon.gov).
✅ Summary
OAR Chapter 830 provides a structured and detailed framework covering:
Rulemaking procedures
Licensing and apprenticeships
Care and transport of human remains
Facility operations, advertising, and contracts
Unprofessional conduct and enforcement
Consultant licensure and scope
This ensures transparent oversight and high ethical standards across Oregon's death-care industry.
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