Emergency Planning
Fireworks Safety at Company Events: Risks Employers Should Know
For employer-sponsored events, fireworks safety is not just a holiday concern. It is a fire prevention, hazard control, and potential OSHA recordkeeping issue. Every summer, firewo
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Year-End Checkup: Dental Workplace Health & Safety for Practices/Labs
As the year comes to a close, many organizations reflect on performance, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Alongside financial and operational results, workplace healt
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Keep Calm and Scrub On: The Importance of Hand Hygiene in Dentistry
Join us in celebrating Dental Infection Control Awareness Month - #DICAM25! Throughout this month, we will be exploring important infection control topics. Let's start off by discu
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Identifying and Assessing Hazards in the Workplace
After recently presenting a course on hazard identification and assessment, it struck me how many employers could benefit from revisiting this essential process. According to OSHA,
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Fire Prevention in the Workplace - How to Use Fire Extinguishers
Are you prepared to handle Fire Emergencies in your workplace? Fires are probably more common than you may think. The NFPA reports that fire departments respond to a fire on averag
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Fire Prevention Awareness: Tips to Keep you from Getting Burned
October is Fire Prevention Awareness Month! The perfect time to stop, drop, and... rethink the fire safety protocols in your dental practice or lab.
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National Substance Abuse Prevention Month: Dental Pros Call to Action
October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the impact of substance abuse and to promote prevention efforts within our communities. As den
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Back to School - Back to Respiratory Illnesses
As the summer winds down and the school bells ring, children across the country are gearing up for a new academic year. However, along with the excitement of new classes, friends,
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New Requirements for Preventing Workplace Violence in California
Workplace safety is a critical concern for employees and employers alike. Recognizing the need for enhanced protections, California recently passed Senate Bill 553 (SB 553), which
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Why a Business Needs an Emergency Action Plan for Workplace Violence
Workplace violence is a serious concern for businesses across the United States, posing significant risks to employees' safety and well-being. While California's new Senate Bill 55
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Workplace Violence: Tragedy Strikes at El Cajon Dental Office
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded at a dental office in El Cajon, California, resulting in the loss of one life and injuries to two individuals. The shooter, a disgruntled former pa
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Delta Dental of California Faces Massive Data Breach
In a recent and alarming revelation, Delta Dental of California, a major player in the dental insurance sector, has fallen victim to a data breach affecting more than 6.9 million i
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New CE Requirements for Georgia Dental License
The nation has been plagued by devastating bacterial infections caused by contaminated dental unit waterlines. In the state of Georgia, these infections hit hard, affecting nearly
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Navigating the Surge in Respiratory Illnesses
As we step into the winter months, an alarming surge in respiratory illnesses are sweeping across the country, posing significant health challenges for communities. From the common
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Urgent FDA Recall: Saline and Sterile Water Products Alert
On November 6, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) informed the public of a recall affecting certain brands of saline and sterile water products. This recall holds si
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Responding to a Chemical Spill - Are You Prepared?
Despite best efforts, chemical spills happen. When they do, it is important to take immediate action to ensure the safety of everyone in the facility. If handled properly, a spill
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Stopping Workplace Violence - No One Should be Afraid to Come to Work!
Caring for others should not increase your chances of workplace violence, yet somehow it does. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), health care wo
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Preparing and Securing the Workplace for Employee Safety
Why are workplace security measures so important? Because it keeps employees, equipment, and goods secure and safe. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires compa
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OSHA First Aid Requirements
In the event of an injury, are you complying with OSHA's requirement to provide a first aid kit, and to train an employee to render first aid? Most businesses do not understand how
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National Preparedness Month - Emergency Preparedness Plan Guide
The National Safety Council and the U.S. government recognize September as the official National Preparedness Month in the heart of Hurricane season. If you don’t live in a hurrica
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