OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard is designed to protect dental workers from exposure to infectious materials and reduce the risk of disease transmission.
Annual infection control training keeps dental staff updated on best practices and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe environment.
Hazardous dental waste, such as sharps and contaminated materials, must be placed in designated biohazard containers to prevent contamination.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides infection control guidelines to ensure patient and provider safety in dental settings.
Maintaining records of sterilization processes ensures compliance with infection control regulations and provides proof of proper procedures.
Hand hygiene should be performed before and after every patient interaction to reduce the risk of disease transmission.
