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02-5631-19028 (video): OSHA - Infection Control

Course Abstract:

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Contact Hours (CE): The Academy of Dental Learning and OSHA Training, LLC, designates this activity for 2 continuing education credits (2 CEs).
Cost: $30.00
Questions? Contact Us: Phone: 518-209-9540 or Email: cesupport@dentallearning.org
Published: November 2012
Revised: December 2023
Expires: December 2026
Length: 1:00 hour - online video; 60 minutes - offline study
Course Instructor: Howard J. Pactovis, DMD
No conflicts of interest are reported by the author or by educational planning committee members.

Educational Objectives

List current OSHA & CDC regulations.
Describe sterilization techniques.
Describe the Chain of Infection for Bloodborne Pathogens.
List exposure prevention methods.
Cite practical in-office resources.
Describe best practices for error prevention.

Course Description

Infection Control - OSHA is designed to review materials necessary for license renewal for dental professionals. Dental staff who need a refresher course in clinical infection control will also benefit from this video course.

The video is in 5 sections. Sections can be replayed or reviewed as necessary. This video course is suitable for all members of the dental team.

About the Author

Howard Pactovis, DMD lectures nationally on OSHA Compliance/Infection Control. He has provided infection control services and programs for over 1,000 dental offices. Dr. Pactovis has been involved in numerous OSHA inspections of dental offices, and has taken courses in voluntary compliance from OSHA. Dr. Pactovis has served as an expert witness in infection control litigation for State Boards of Registration in Dentistry and represented dental offices in appealing sanctions from OSHA.<

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Contact Hours: 2.00
Price: $30.00

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