LFS-018STANDARD PREVIEW

Death on Property

Governs the immediate, dignified, and legally sound response when a guest or staff member dies on property.

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Why This Matters

A death on property is simultaneously a human tragedy, a legal event, and a guest-privacy obligation, and any misstep in the first hour compounds all three. Staff who improvise — moving a body, speculating aloud, or notifying family themselves — can destroy evidence and cause real harm to grieving families. This is a moment where restraint and process protect everyone involved.

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Version
1.0
Authority
A5
Section
Life Safety

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