Local Authority Visits
Spring/Summer 2024
Examples of extremely poor standards at funeral homes have led to the Government’s announcement that local authorities are to visit funeral homes in England. This page contains information to help SAIF Members prepare for potential visits.
The visits have begun in England. SAIF is aware that local authorities in Wales will also be arranging visits but we have been given no timeframe yet.
Information is listed under the headings below. Please contact SAIF on 0345 2306777 or email info@saif.org.uk for further help.
- SAIF Representatives – find a Member in your area to contact for help
- Funeral Director Resources
- Member emails
SAIF Representatives
If you need help specific to your area, please contact the SAIF Business Centre by phone 01279 726777 or email to info@saif.org.uk for your local representative.
Funeral Director Resources
- Care and preparation of the deceased
- Certificate of indemnity – Disclaimer for viewing the deceased
- Cremated remains release form
- Deceased tracking record
- Example ashes management policy
- Handling donations
- How we care for your relative whilst in our care
- Minimum criteria for National SAIF Membership
- Minimum criteria for Scottish SAIF Membership
- Mortuary passport
- Mortuary policy
- Preparation room acceptable standards – SAIF QA Assessments Program
- Service Level Agreements
