Procedure for Dealing with the Bodies of Covid-19 Corona Virus Victims, Washing - Burial

Kapanlagi.com - Some time ago, the public was shocked by the rejection of the bodies of Covid-19 corona virus victims in Ungaran, Central Java. Representatives of the residents who rejected it mentioned that the bodies were rejected because the residents were afraid of transmission. However, that concern was unfounded. Because, the procedure for dealing with the bodies of Covid-19 corona virus victims is done with special procedures.

In fact, according to several experts, bodies infected with the Covid-19 corona virus will not transmit the virus after being buried. Moreover, before the burial process is carried out, the bodies of the Covid-19 corona virus victims have been processed through special procedures by the hospital.

The procedure for dealing with the bodies of Covid-19 corona virus victims will minimize the risk of transmission to funeral workers. So what is the procedure for dealing with the bodies of Covid-19 corona virus victims like? Here is a summary from various sources.

1. Preparation for Bathing the Bodies of Corona Virus Victims

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Just like bodies that have died from other causes, the bodies of corona virus victims also need to be bathed. However, there are several things that need to be done before starting to bathe the body. Here are some things that need to be done.

1) The personnel must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), complete with masks, goggles, and gloves.

2) While in the morgue, personnel are not allowed to eat, drink, smoke, or engage in any other similar activities.

3) Avoid direct contact with fluids or blood that comes out of the body of the corona virus victim.

4) Personnel must always maintain cleanliness by washing hands with antiseptic fluid.

5) During duty, personnel should preferably not have open wounds. If they do, immediately cover them with waterproof plasters or bandages.

6) Personnel must report any incidents or incidents that occur during the process of handling the bodies of corona virus victims to the supervisor.

2. Procedure for Bathing

In Islam itself, bathing the deceased before burial has become a necessity. Because, bathing the deceased aims to purify them before burial. However, bathing the deceased who are victims of the corona virus COVID-19 cannot be done in the same way as bathing the deceased in general.

Here is the procedure for handling the deceased who are victims of the corona virus COVID-19, bathing:

1) The deceased is bathed without removing their clothes.

2) The staff bathes the impurities on the body of the deceased.

3) The staff bathes the deceased by pouring water evenly over their entire body.

3. Purifying the Deceased with Tayammum

However, if the condition of the deceased and the circumstances do not allow the staff to bathe the deceased, the deceased can be purified by performing tayammum. The procedure for purifying the deceased with tayammum is the same as usual, which is by wiping the hands and both hands of the deceased with dust.

4. Burying the Bodies of Corona Virus Covid-19 Victims

The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has also issued a fatwa regarding the procedures for handling the bodies of corona virus covid-19 victims, including the method of burying. Because, in Islam, burying the bodies is also a requirement.

In addition, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has also issued its own statement regarding the procedures for handling the bodies of corona virus covid-19 victims. Here are the procedures for burying the bodies of corona virus covid-19 victims according to the fatwa of MUI and the statement of the Ministry of Religious Affairs.

1) The body is wrapped in a burial shroud after being washed or purified with tayammum, or without being washed if the condition requires it. The body is wrapped with a burial shroud.

2) After being wrapped, the body is placed in a body bag. The purpose is to protect the burial workers from the risk of transmission.

3) After that, the body is placed in a coffin made of wood or other material that is waterproof and airtight.

4) If any impurities are found on the body during the burial process, the workers are allowed to ignore it.

5) The body that has been placed in the coffin is not allowed to be opened again.

6) The body must be buried immediately, within a maximum of 4 hours after being handled.

5. Procedure for Praying for the Deceased Victims of the Corona Covid-19 Virus

Another important process in burying a Muslim's body is praying for the deceased. Here is the procedure for praying for the deceased victims of the corona covid-19.

1) The funeral prayer is performed after the body has been shrouded.

2) The funeral prayer is performed in a location safe from the risk of corona covid-19 transmission.

3) The funeral prayer can be performed by at least one person and can be done at the cemetery before burying the body. Additionally, the body can also be prayed for from a distance.

6. Procedure for Burial of the Deceased Victims of the Corona Covid-19 Virus

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The burial of the deceased victims of the corona covid-19 virus is done with special procedures. The rules for the burial of the deceased victims of the corona covid-19 virus include complying with medical regulations. The personnel are required to wear personal protective equipment. Additionally, the location of the burial must also be considered, it should not be too close to residential areas and water sources.

That is the procedure for handling the deceased victims of the corona covid-19 virus, from washing to burying. So, if there are victims or bodies suspected of being infected with the corona virus around your area, it is best to contact the hospital or relevant health authorities. Do not attempt to handle the body directly.

(kpl/psp)