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Field Operations Policy and Procedures 5.8 Collecting Fingerprints Policy. Collection of a decedent's fingerprints or footprints ("samples") is allowed only for purposes of creating keepsake articles (i.e. jewelry, card) and must be authorized by the Authorized Representative. After collection, such samples will be temporarily secured at the funeral home in the decedent's file and will be released for no other purpose. Note: Company representatives are not trained nor authorized to collect samples (prints, locks of hair, saliva, etc.) for DNA purposes. Families must contact a third party source for such requests and arrangements will be made to have the decedent available (with the Authorized Representative's permission) to the third party source for collection of samples. Contact the Legal Department for any questions. Procedure. 1. Explain to the Authorized Representative that the collection of one or more samples from the decedent can be done but only for the purpose of creating keepsake articles such as jewelry or commemorative cards. 2. Explain that one or more of the following conditions may apply to collection of samples: a. In some cases, the condition of the decedent may make it difficult or impossible to collect such samples. b. Tissue -enhancing chemicals may be used to facilitate the collection of samples. 3. Complete the Authorization to Collect Fingerprint Form (FIN-CS099) and have it signed by the Authorized Representative. a. If the Authorized Representative is not sure if they want to purchase a keepsake for samples at this time, check mark the box "Collect Sample from Decedent and temporarily hold for later use by Vendor" and check the box corresponding to the sample to be collected and have the form signed by the Authorized Representative. 4. Forward the Authorization to Collect Fingerprint Form (FIN-CS099) to the appropriate personnel at the funeral home or PCC for collection of the samples. 5. Collect the authorized samples from the decedent. 6. After collection, make a copy of the samples. 7. Transfer custody of the original samples collected only to the authorized vendor and forward the copy of said samples to the funeral home for temporary storage. 8. After keepsake articles are created, secure them until the Authorized Representative can pick them up. Version 2.1 Page 25 of 70 Revised: 07/10/2015 Document Owner: Operations Support © 2015 SCI Funeral & Cemetery Purchasing Cooperative, Inc.