For California dentists who’ve ever lost sleep worrying about compliance with state, federal and Dental Board regulations! When you order OSHA Review, you’ll understand why dentists in California have relied on their subscriptions for more than twenty years. You’ll receive…
The Dental Board of California (DBC) issued an alert to California dentists whose license/permit expire in August 2015. The renewal notices were mailed in envelopes with an incorrect return address, which stated the Bureau of Automotive Repair instead of the…
The July/August 2015 issue of OSHA Review, providing information on fluoride supplementation, is on its way. Look for it next week! Training Tip: It is recommended that dental practitioners balancing fluoride supplementation for patients to achieve maximum protection against dental…
Dental offices must permit people with disabilities to bring their service animals onto their premises. The federal Americans with Disability Act (AwDA) defines service animals as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with…
The Radiologic Health Branch (RHB) of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is charged with enforcing x-ray safety requirements in California. Last week we spoke with an RHB representative who asked if we could send out a reminder to…
When dentists utilize their office staff legally and effectively, they can increase office efficiency and production, as well as provide a more rewarding work environment for employees. Therefore, it is important to be able to determine the dental auxiliary duties…
In late May, the American Dental Association (ADA) reported that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is postponing the release of a new amalgam separator rule. Initially, the rule was expected to become final in September 2015, but will be delayed…
OSHA requires every original chemical container to have a primary shipping label from the manufacturer with a few exceptions: Drugs for patient care, consumer chemicals, and pesticides, including disinfectants and dental unit waterline cleaners, are not subject to the labeling…
On June 1, 2015, chemical manufacturers, importers, and distributors must be in compliance with all modified provisions of the updated Federal Hazard Communication Standard. As of that date, chemical manufacturers and importers will be required to provide updated chemical labels…
Infection control is a serious concern for patients, staff, dentists and regulators. Public awareness from media outlets can highlight the need for following recognized and mandated infection control rules and guidelines. The investigative report KCRA by a Sacramento, California news station showed…
