Mortuary Science Practice Exam

A new license for an establishment must be obtained when there is a change in what?

1. Location or address

2. Ownership or management

3. Services offered

4. Employee staff

The correct answer is: Ownership or management

A new license for a mortuary establishment must be obtained when there is a change in ownership or management because licensing regulations are typically tied to the individuals who hold significant authority and responsibility for the operation. When ownership or management changes, it can imply that different individuals may have different qualifications, training, or ethical standards that could affect how the business operates and serves the community. Regulatory bodies thus require a new license to ensure that the new owners or managers adhere to the same standards and comply with all laws governing the practice of mortuary science. While changes in location, services offered, and employee staff can impact an establishment, they do not necessitate a new license in the same way ownership or management changes do. Licensing is fundamentally about the accountability of those in charge, making ownership and management the key factors that trigger the licensing process.