Regulatory Compliance Manual
This manual provides sample written plans and forms to assist a dental practice in Cal/OSHA compliance, and also contains information on waste management. It is designed to provide practical information in a summarized manner in regard to the subject matter covered. While regularly reviewed and updated as needed, it is provided with the understanding that the association and others that are associated with this publication are not engaged in rendering legal, technical or other professional service. You can order a bound copy of the entire manual online from the CDA Store.
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Regulatory Compliance Manual: Table of Contents and Use Instructions
Physical Hazard Risk Assessment
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.
Proposition 65 Notices & FAQ
A zip file with Proposition 65 warning notices in 16 languages and two FAQs. Businesses with ten or more employees post or provide the notices as required. Updated February 2024.
Radiation Safety FAQ
FAQ on radiation safety. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated March 2024.
Radiation Safety in Dental Practice: A Study Guide
This guide includes excerpts from the California Radiation Control Regulations Title 17 and a template for a required written radiation safety plan.
Regulated Dental Office Wastes and Wastewater FAQ
FAQ describes types of dental regulated wastes and rules for its management and disposal. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated March 2024.
Regulatory Compliance Manual: Table of Contents and Use Instructions
Review the instructions for recommendations on how to best implement this program in your practice. Also download a table of contents for your binder.
Required Employee Training
A summary of state required employee training that employers are required to provide and related requirements. Does not include training required for licensure or license renewal.
Required Postings in a Dental Office
Lists posters required at dental offices and required pamphlets. Poster sets are distributed to practice owners biennially. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated January 2024.
Respiratory Protection Program
Customize this sample plan which is required when an employer requires an employee to wear a respirator, such as an N95. This is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Schedule and Method of Implementation
Use form to record the schedule and methods of implementation of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard in the practice. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Sharps Injury Log
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.
Workplace Violence Incident Log
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.
Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
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.
Written Opinion of Health Care Evaluator
Obtaining a written opinion of the health care provider is a required part of the post-exposure protocol. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.