I hereby appoint Specialist Mortuary Services (herein named SMS) to carry out the level of mortuary care I specify. It is agreed that embalming services are performed by a qualified embalmer. I understand that SMS will advise the level of care needed if it is beyond the scope I request, but that I am required to make the final decision regarding what care is to be provided I agree to communicate in a timely manner so that SMS can complete the required preparation in a reasonable time frame.
I also understand that SMS cannot begin preparing my client's deceased without an authorised signature on this form.
I give permission for SMS to take before and after photos when necessary, knowing that these images will be held in confidence. Such images will not be digitally transmitted without express permission of the authorising funeral director/senior next-of-kin.