OSHA training for the whole team! 

This 3-hour program will cover the current Patient Safety and OSHA standards with specific application to dentistry. This course will be beneficial to a wide variety of oral healthcare services and settings. This is Annual OSHA and Patient Safety Update is one component of a complete program. A comprehensive “Written Program” and site-specific training are the responsibility of each dental group.

By the end of this session, participants should: 

• Understand how to implement the OSHA standards that apply to dentistry. 

• Identify and implement required written safety plans and policies. 

• Define key roles of team members when creating and executing programs.Identify necessary items needed for compliance. 

• Describe how to prepare for an inspection. 

• Understand the GHS Hazard Communication Standard and how to maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

• Understand the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard and Exposure Control Plan. 

• Understand the Minimum Standards of infection control 

• Identify Walking and Working surfaces and recognize hazards

• Understand conditions requiring Shelter-in Place vs. Evacuation

• Define Workplace Violence and Identify prevention methods

• Describe necessary training for Active Shooter incidents

• Define key duties that require detailed staff training as outlined in the State Dental Practice Act