Section 2: Closure and removal of cemeteries

Question 1

Upon the recommendation of the _______________, a cemetery may be ordered closed by the ______________ subject to the approval of the________________ when it’s further use poses a threat to public health.

Answer 1

• recommendation of the local heath authority
• ordered closed by the regional health director
• approval of the Secretary of Health

Question 2

The requirements for the _________________ distance from the nearest dwelling house and source of water supply, respectively are no longer met.

Answer 2

25 meters and 50 meters

Question 3

Refuse has been allowed to accumulate and the _____________ has not been maintained.

Answer 3

vermin abatement program

Question 4

The ______________ have not been maintained in good working order

Answer 4

sanitary requirements

Question 5

Persons are being allow to _________ inside the cemetery

Answer 5

reside/live

Question 6

The ______________ or his duly authorized representative shall have the authority to monitor, implement and enforce sanitary rules and regulations,
Including violation of regulations against residing inside the cemetery premises.

Answer 6

Regional Health Director

Question 7

______________ thereof shall be ground for closure and revocation of the permit if the deficiencies are not corrected within specified period

Answer 7

Violations