Crematory operator--Licensed and certified--Certification requirements

SDCL § 34-26A-3 — under CREMATORIES AND CREMATIONS.

SDCL § 34-26A-3

The operation of any crematory in this state, other than a medical facility crematory, must at all times be under the direction and supervision of a person who: (1) Is licensed as a funeral director, in accordance with chapter 36-19 ; and (2) Has successfully completed a crematory operator program approved by the State Board of Funeral Service . Source: SL 1988, ch 283 , § 3; SL 2014, ch 170 , § 1; SL 2023, ch 129 , § 3.