Chapter 6: Military and Line of Duty Funeral Services 3 CE Hours
Learning objectives After completing this course, the learner will be able to: Differentiate between the honors that may be available for Military personnel killed in action or as a veteran of the Armed Forces. Interpret the definition and meaning of Line of Duty Deaths (LODD) and the role of funeral directors in the services following a LODD. Course overview When a member of the Military is killed in action, the death can be a tragic and devastating loss for the family, the comrades, the friends, and the country. When a member of law enforcement, fire service, or emergency medical service is killed in the line of duty, the tragic loss is felt by the family, the professional family, and the community who was served. The funeral service for a person killed in action or in the line of duty can be more detailed and complex than other funeral arrangements. This course is Implicit bias in healthcare Implicit bias significantly affects how healthcare professionals perceive and make treatment decisions, ultimately resulting in disparities in health outcomes. These biases, often unconscious and unintentional, can shape behavior and produce differences in medical care along various lines, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and socioeconomic status. Healthcare disparities stemming from implicit bias can manifest in several ways. For example, a healthcare provider might unconsciously give less attention to a patient or make assumptions about their medical needs based on race, gender, or age. The unconscious assumptions can lead to delayed or inadequate care, misdiagnoses, or inappropriate treatments, all of which can adversely impact health outcomes. Addressing Introduction Men and women selflessly place themselves in harm’s way and in dangerous situations to serve and protect others every day. Those honorably serving in the armed forces protect lives, property, and the way of life for men, women, and children all over the world. There are brave individuals domestically who are members of agencies, departments, and organizations that serve in law enforcement, fire and rescue service, emergency medical service, and other areas. A common denominator for all these sectors of service is the inherent danger the men and women voluntarily place themselves in to protect lives, property,
Identify the symbolism and origin of many of the honors used in military, law enforcement, fire, and other public servant funerals. Recognize the importance of detailed planning, organization, and communication in preparing for a military or LODD service. Develop basic procedures and practices for assisting agencies, departments, and organizations who experience a LODD. designed to aid funeral directors in understanding many of the honors and traditions used in these types of services. The content of this course will include the origin and symbolism of many funeral honors observed, discuss the detailed planning required to properly arrange these types of services, and serve in preparing directors to serve the ones affected by Military and Line of Duty Deaths. implicit bias in healthcare is crucial for achieving equity in medical treatment. Strategies to combat these biases involve education and awareness programs for healthcare professionals. These programs help individuals recognize and acknowledge their biases, fostering a more empathetic and unbiased approach to patient care. Additionally, implementing policies and procedures prioritizing equitable treatment for all patients can play a pivotal role in reducing healthcare disparities. Ultimately, confronting implicit bias in healthcare is essential to creating a more just and equitable healthcare system where everyone receives fair and equal treatment regardless of their background or characteristics. and freedom. When one of these brave men and women pays the ultimate sacrifice and dies in the line of duty, people employ many traditions and honors to respect their memory. Often, society bestows many of these same traditions and honors upon members of these communities who are retired from service or otherwise pass away while off duty. This course will describe many of the common practices and traditions of services for military service members and Line of Duty Deaths (LODD), as well as ways in which funeral directors can be best prepared to serve in these types of services.
HISTORY OF HONORS
These honors are deeply rooted in traditions of military burials and have been adapted and modified for many law enforcement agencies and fire departments. Military honors have been used to honor the memory of the dead since the first armies lost soldiers in battle (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Unknown). The honors that are rendered at a military funeral, and thus a Line of Duty Death service, are quite symbolic. For example, there are traditionally six pallbearers that bear the casket to the grave. Many believe that this tradition began from the death of an eight-member squad of soldiers. The other remaining seven members of the squad were often the closest association of the one whom had died; therefore, they would perform the burial detail. With seven being an uneven number of soldiers bearing the casket, the squad leader or
As is the case with many traditions and practices of mankind, the true root or origin is not always clear. This principle applies to the traditions and customs of honors that are used in funeral services for military, law enforcement, fire service, and other organizations. Many of the honors used in services for fallen law enforcement officers and fire service personnel originate from those used for the military. When tracing the roots of the military, one can often discover more than one origin. The primary presence in almost any service with honors is the honor guard. The honor guard who performs the honors is normally from the same branch of military service or sector of public service as the deceased. The primary duty of honor guards, when participating in funeral or memorial services, is to render the final honors for the fallen soldier, officer, or firefighter.
Book Code: FTX1624
Page 103
EliteLearning.com/Funeral
Powered by FlippingBook