Comprehensive listing of federal, state poster requirements for employers

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The purpose of this article is to keep dental employers informed of the poster requirements mandated by state and federal law. It is important to comply with the information posting requirement and ensure staff access to the information. The posters should be displayed in “plain viewing sight.” The following is a comprehensive list of state… Continue Reading Comprehensive listing of federal, state poster requirements for employers

October 12 deadline – Amalgam Separator Mandate for submitting One-Time Compliance Report required by federal rule

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency created a new rule for Dental Offices, regulating amalgam wastewater discharges from those offices to municipal sanitary sewers. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is implementing and enforcing this federal rule until a state administrative code is developed and in place. This new rule contains requirements regarding the installation, operation… Continue Reading October 12 deadline – Amalgam Separator Mandate for submitting One-Time Compliance Report required by federal rule

OSHA Training Requirements for Dental Healthcare Providers

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As a Compliance Consultant focusing on providing dental practices with the most current information and training on OSHA and dental infection control, I often get asked the same questions many times over:  “Do we really have to do OSHA training? Is it required, or just a good idea?” First, let’s take a step back and… Continue Reading OSHA Training Requirements for Dental Healthcare Providers