Embalmer
Most cultures have long and ancient traditions of funeral rites and
special treatment for the dead. Some of these traditions include
ritualistic attempts to preserve the body as much as possible. Whereas ancient Egyptians would mummify, many modern cultures embalm.

The details of embalming aren't pretty. It involves first washing the body with germicidal soap and massaging out stiffness. Then embalmers drain the blood
and gases and inject disinfecting embalming fluid. Preparing the face
involves securing the mouth shut with wires and the eyes shut with glue. Morticians can also beautify the body with makeup, manicuring and shaving. They also dress the body before the funeral for viewing.
Embalmers
are exposed to toxic cleaning chemicals during the process and to
diseases from handling the bodies. In addition to needing a rock-solid
constitution in dealing with corpses, those charged with this brave task
also have to switch gears and tactfully interact with the family of the
deceased.
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