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

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

Keep Calm and Scrub On: The Importance of Hand Hygiene in Healthcare

Now is the perfect reminder to revisit the cornerstone of infection control: hand hygiene! Sure, you've got top-notch equipment, carefully selected PPE, and a friendly chairside ma

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,

Fire Prevention in the Workplace - How to Use Fire Extinguishers

Fire Prevention: Risks in Dental Labs & Dental Practices

October Is National Fire Prevention Month

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

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,

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

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

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

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

Georgia Dental CE Requirements for Infection Control & Waterlines

Georgia's Infection Control CE Requirement Contaminated dental unit waterlines have caused documented infections in dental patients nationwide, including nearly 30 children in Geor

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

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

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

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

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

National Preparedness Month - A Workplace Emergency Preparedness Guide

Every September, National Preparedness Month brings nationwide attention to a simple idea: prepare for emergencies before they happen. While hurricanes often receive the most atten

Tornado Preparedness In the Workplace

Severe weather season brings a heightened risk of tornadoes across much of the country, and many states designate a Severe Weather Preparedness Week each year — typically in late w

How to Create an Emergency Action Plan for Your Business: OSHA Guide

Updated: August 26, 2026 A fire alarm goes off. A chemical line ruptures. Severe weather rolls in with twenty minutes' notice. In the moment, your employees don't need a policy bin