What must a funeral establishment do if there is a staffing change for more than 30 days?

In Missouri funeral law, if there is a staffing change that lasts for more than 30 days, the funeral establishment is required to notify the board within 30 days of the change. This requirement is in place to ensure that the state board is kept informed of the personnel handling funeral services, which is essential for maintaining regulatory compliance and safeguarding public interests.

Notifying the board about staffing changes helps maintain oversight of licensed funeral directors and ensures that the establishment continues to operate with appropriately qualified personnel. This is particularly important in the funeral industry, where the professionalism and training of staff are critical to providing respectful and competent service to families during their time of need.

Other options, such as submitting a new application or posting a public notice, do not align with the established regulations regarding staffing changes. Conducting a staff meeting, while potentially beneficial for internal communication, is not a requirement under the law and does not fulfill the obligation to inform the board of important changes in staffing. Therefore, the correct action is to notify the board.