When the creation or extension of the funeral home has been authorised under the conditions provided for in Article R. 2223-74, its opening to the public is subject to compliance with the requirements set out in the preceding articles, verified by an inspection body accredited for these activities by the Comité français d’accréditation (COFRAC) or by any other accreditation body that is a signatory to the multilateral recognition agreement established within the framework of the European Coordination of Accreditation Bodies (European Cooperation for Accreditation or “EA”) in accordance with the general criteria relating to the operation of the different types of bodies carrying out inspections. The body carrying out the inspection must not have any links of interest that could affect its impartiality and independence with regard to the company whose installation is subject to its control. In the event of non-compliance certified during this visit, the prefect will inform the owner of the changes to be made before opening to the public, on pain of suspension or withdrawal of its funeral authorisation.
A compliance inspection is then carried out under the same conditions when work affecting the configuration, equipment or internal organisation of the funeral home has been carried out, and within the six months preceding renewal of the authorisation of the company, association, public authority or managing establishment.
The prefect may order an inspection visit at any time as necessary.