Canada Health and Safety Manual for Funeral Homes and Crematories

Custom Health and Safety Manual

Ensure a safe and compliant workplace with our Custom Health and Safety Manual, designed specifically for funeral service professionals in Canada. Our programs help mitigate workplace hazards, protect employees, and meet Canadian occupational health and safety standards.

Included Safety Programs:

• Emergency Action and Fire Safety Program
• Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Program
• WHMIS and Hazard Communication Program 
• Formaldehyde Exposure Control Program
• Respiratory Protection Program
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program
• Spill Response Program
• Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention Program
• Ladder Safety Program
• Confined Space Safety Program (Crematoriums, Freezers, Cemeteries)
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Program (Crematorium Equipment)
• Scissor Lift Safety Program (Cemetery Use)
• Power Hand Tools Safety Program (Cemetery Use)
• General Workplace Safety Checklist

Who is Considered “At-Risk”?

In a funeral service setting, at-risk individuals include anyone handling hazardous materials, chemicals, or human remains, whether as full-time staff, part-time workers, or external contractors.

Common at-risk roles include:

• Funeral Directors, Embalmers, Interns, Trade Service Providers, Removal Personnel, and Morgue Attendants
• Hairdressers, Cosmetologists, Housekeepers, and Maintenance Staff
• Religious or cultural care providers performing ritual care, sanitary care, or disinfecting remains
• Workers exposed to remains, medical waste, or embalming chemicals—even in minimal contact situations
• Anyone entering a preparation room, regardless of duration or purpose

Commitment to Workplace Safety

A safe and compliant workplace is a shared responsibility. Our annual training programs help at-risk employees:
✅ Recognize potential bloodborne pathogen risks in funeral home environments
✅ Follow best practices to minimize exposure and ensure compliance with Canadian health and safety regulations
✅ Properly use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with Canadian safety standards

Serving All Provinces and Territories in Canada:

🇨🇦 Alberta | British Columbia | Manitoba | New Brunswick | Newfoundland and Labrador | Northwest Territories | Nova Scotia | Nunavut | Ontario | Prince Edward Island | Quebec | Saskatchewan | Yukon