OSHA & Infection Control Made Easy for Dentistry
Let’s talk about OSHA & Infection Control.
Course Description
OSHA requires an annual retraining session for all employees. This course will help fulfill these requirements and will update participants on the latest from OSHA, including the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for Hazard Communication and the Bloodborne Disease Pathogens Standard. In addition, the course will cover the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infection Control Guidelines for Dentistry and will
review best practices for infection control.
Other topics covered include Subparts of the OSH Act that
apply to dentistry, including:
• Means of egress
• Ionizing radiation
• Electrical safety
• Fire safety and first aid
• Hazardous materials
• Ventilation
• Recordkeeping
Information will also be provided on how to react to an OSHA inspection of your office and how to assign tasks to key staff members so that they can assist you in achieving compliance.
Course Objectives:
• Understand safety regulations in the dental office
• Know the OSHA regulations that affect a dental facility
• Be familiar with all infection control regulations and
guidelines for dentistry
• Know the most current CDC guidelines for infection control
• Be prepared for an OSHA inspection in your dental facility
• Know your rights under OSHA law and how to respond to
a citation
Each participant will receive:
• OSHA Workbook
• Detailed OSHA Compliance Audit Checklist
• Detailed Infection Control Compliance Audit Checklist
CE Credits: 3
In states where applicable.
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First 6 Team Members Free (10% Off for Each Additional Member)
For Supply Savings Guarantee Clients/Platinum
First 4 Team Members Free (10% Off for Each Additional Member)
Instructor
ANDREA R. CARPENTER B.S., M.A.
Andrea R. Carpenter has worked in the healthcare industry for over 10 years as an HR Director for large group practices and currently serves as Vice President for Compliance Training Partners. Her role in the organization is to assist dental, medical, and animal health professionals across the United States in achieving compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control regulations. She is a graduate of the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience, and holds a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University. In addition, Andrea is an authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer, with a special emphasis on compliance for healthcare facilities.
This event is co-hosted by Compliance Training Partners.
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