WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF EMBALMING AND IS IT REQUIRED BY LAW?
Embalming is the temporary disinfection, preservation, and restoration of the dead human body, usually performed so that a formal public viewing of the remains can be held. It is never a means of permanent preservation, although it allows a family to take time to make important decisions, without the hurried disposition of the remains. Restoration can be performed to return the remains to an acceptable condition for viewing, especially after a traumatic death. Embalming is not required by law, but may be necessary if certain arrangements are desired. Embalming may only be performed by a person holding a State of Ohio Embalmers license, earned only after years of training and education.
Embalming is the temporary disinfection, preservation, and restoration of the dead human body, usually performed so that a formal public viewing of the remains can be held. It is never a means of permanent preservation, although it allows a family to take time to make important decisions, without the hurried disposition of the remains. Restoration can be performed to return the remains to an acceptable condition for viewing, especially after a traumatic death.
