What is a "permit for disposition" or a "cremation permit" and how do I get one?

What is a "permit for disposition" or a "cremation permit" and how do I get one?

Dan Redmond (Cemetery and Funeral Inspector, California Department of Consumer Affairs ) gives expert video advice on: What are the advantages of cremation?; Are there legal restrictions about what I can do with cremated remains?; What are alternative ways to preserve cremated remains? and more...