Guidance for professionals
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Protocol to ensure the provision of forensic pathology services in the event of regulatory action
Further guidance for mortuaries on how to formalise agreements with funeral directors
Policy on the sale of bodies, body parts and tissue
This guidance provides a comprehensive explanation of the responsibilities of toxicologists under the Human Tissue Act 2004.
This policy outlines the approach the Human Tissue Authority (HTA) takes when dealing with allegations about individuals or establishments (licensed or unlicensed) that fall into the HTA’s regulatory remit.
Information for regional resilience teams on licensing of emergency mortuaries
Resolving complaints can improve the Human Tissue Authority’s (HTA’s) services and support the HTA’s reputation.
This page contains all the information hospitals and trusts need when considering adopting the Sands post mortem consent form. This form was developed in conjunction with the HTA, by the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death charity (Sands).
HTA policy on human tissue xenografts as relevant material, the consent implications and the licensing requirements under the HT Act 2004.
This page covers the skills and knowledge which Sands' believes is necessary for those seeking consent/authorisation for a hospital post mortem examination of a baby. Sands is the stillbirth and neonatal death charity.