Use form to record required information associated with an employee’s injury with a contaminated sharp. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.

Use this sample form to describe the practice’s sterilization protocol, as required by the Dental Board. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.

Document employee’s refusal of employer's offer of the Hepatitis B vaccination on this form which has mandated language. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.

Staff must assess annually the effectiveness of the practice's safety procedures and devices and consider safety sharps. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.

Customize form to comply with Cal/OSHA and a Dental Board requirement to have a written protocol for operatory cleanliness. The form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.

Customize sample plan to describe how your practice limits employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.

Use this form to document an employee’s informed refusal of a medical evaluation following exposure to bloodborne pathogens. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.

Use sample plan to describe how to manage and dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with federal and state laws. This is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.

When an employee tells you they are pregnant, you must be prepared. As a California employer, you must be well-versed in the various leave entitlements, documentation obligations, and wage replacement benefits your employees may qualify for.

Tips for reducing employee exposure to air contaminants including formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde and nitrous oxide in order not to exceed Cal/OSHA permissible exposure levels.

State requirements for a business that acquires an automated external defibrillator for use on the public.

Use this sample form to document workplace violence incidents as required by law. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Created May 2024.

Use this sample form to collect information annually for the dental practice workplace violence prevention plan. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Created May 2024.

Guidance and resources related to workplace violence prevention regulatory compliance.

Customize sample plan to describe the steps your dental practice takes to prevent violence at the workplace. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Created May 2024.

Explains requirement to have records of occupational exposure and whether dosimeters must be worn at all times. Includes a vendor list.

TUnexpected or untimely illness, injury or death can cause interruptions in dental practices. Ideally, a practice will have a plan in place for such events, but dentists, partners, spouses and staff are often caught unprepared and without an established plan of action.

These guidelines offer assistance with the organization of a mutual aid group in the event a dentist suffers a disability or death without the benefit of a pre-written plan.

Is your alternative workweek schedule compliant with California Law? Under California law, alternative workweek schedules permit workplaces to adopt different schedules longer than eight hours (up to 10 hours) without accruing overtime, but the process is not as simple as the employer unilaterally deciding to have an alternative workweek schedule.

Resources that address how to manage an emergency workplace event.

The CDA Wellness Program is available to dentists and dental team members. The program offers confidential 24/7 support.

Resources that support the prevention and management of patient and team conflict.

Customize this form to create a practice’s notice. It must have specified elements. The final notice must be provided to patients and an acknowledgment of receipt should be collected. Post it in the practice and on the practice website.

In California, COVID-19 testing is within the scope of practice for dentists when used for screening for COVID-19 rather than providing a formal COVID-19 diagnosis.

Learn about the two main types of laboratory tests, and what requirements are needed for dentists to be eligible to administer them.

Use this table to determine how long to keep business records such as payroll and employee records, patient records, EOB's and more.

Use this checklist to conduct required safety inspections.