Post death procedure - East Cheshire NHS Trust

Individual taking relatives /friends to view body must first:o Check with relative's name of deceasedo Check information on shroud ticketo Ensure body is in a condition that would not cause undue distress to relative.o If there is any doubt regarding appropriateness of viewing, e.g. state of body,contact on call mortuary technician (via switchboard) to discuss.6.5 OUT OF HOURS VIEWINGOnly the next of kin, close relative or carer will be allowed to view the deceased out of hoursand at weekends.If visitors arrive unexpectedly at reception, the Bed Manager/Night Sister is contacted whowill use their discretion as to whether the viewing will go ahead.If they telephone, the Bed Manager/Night Sister again will assess the situation.Occasionally, the next of kin will object to certain members of the family visiting. In this case,hopefully they will already have left these instructions with the mortuary staff or the Police. Ifin any doubt, contact the next of kin.If other visitors telephone or arrive, they should be requested to make an appointment withthe mortuary staff between Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm.If the Police request a viewing for identification purposes and the deceased needs to bemade more presentable, the technician on call will come in if notified via switchboard.21/34