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Upcoming Continuing Education Courses

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The Power of PreNeed

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June 10, 2026, 3:00 – 4:00 PM EDT

Presented by Cathy Spenceri of Homesteaders Life Company.
Examines the effects of preneed and market share on funeral home production over time, by looking at case studies.

(KY/AL) OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Training Series #1

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June 17, 2026, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

*ADDITIONAL COURSE WITH LIMITED APPROVALS
Presented by Dr. Brad Kuchnicki, of The Group & Funeral Compliance, LLC
This course covers OSHA regulations for funeral homes, focusing on the Exposure Control Plan, sharps management, PPE, and housekeeping practices to ensure a safe and compliant workplace.

(KY/AL) Ethical Practices in Funeral Service

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June 17, 2026, 3:00 – 4:00 PM

*ADDITIONAL COURSE WITH LIMITED APPROVALS
Presented by Dr. Brad Kuchnicki of The Group and Funeral Compliance, LLC.
Ethical standards in funeral service, their importance, and consequences of breaches, as well as ethical reasoning frameworks for internal and external considerations in the industry

Employer Rights Under OSHA

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June 24, 2026, 3:00 – 4:00 PM EDT

Presented by Dr. Brad Kuchnicki of The Group & Funeral Compliance, LLC
Educating on the specific steps involved in an OSHA inspection, how to handle and prepare for them, and what rights employers have throughout the process.

(KY/AL) Radioactive Seeds in the Deceased: What to Know and How to Safely Proceed

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July 1, 2026, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

*ADDITIONAL COURSE WITH LIMITED APPROVALS
Presented by Christi Moon Robbins of The Group & East TN Cremation Co
Information on procedures, risks, safe handling, and regulations for remains containing radioactive seeds from brachytherapy

(KY/AL) Regaining Your Community’s Trust When It Comes to Cremation

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July 1, 2026, 3:00 – 4:00 PM

*ADDITIONAL COURSE WITH LIMITED APPROVALS
Presented by Christi Moon Robbins of TIFG & East Tennessee Cremation Company.
Addressing public distrust in cremation services through procedural transparency, staff and public education, and knowledgeable, compassionate communication

Crematory Safety Series #3: Safely Managing Obese Cremations

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July 8, 2026, 3:00 – 4:00 PM EDT

Presented by Christi Moon Robbins of The Group & East TN Cremation Co
Safe and respectful obese cremation practices, including weight assessment, equipment capacity, encasement and loading, temperature management, monitoring, repositioning, and setting family expectations.

Inspections, Citations, and Appeals

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July 22, 2026, 3:00 – 4:00 PM EDT

Presented by Dr. Brad Kuchnicki of The Group & Funeral Compliance, LLC
Proper procedures when an OSHA inspection occurs, and how to handle potential outcomes or complications, including navigating the citation appeals process.

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Maryville, TN, 37804

Tel: 865-977-0027
Email: info@tifg.net

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