Practice Management
What Every MedSpa Patient Has the Right to Know
This patient safety guide is co-authored by VIO Franchise Group and SafeLink Consulting. Before you book. Before you consent. Before anyone picks up a needle, laser, or device. The
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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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Protecting Dental Team & Patients from Hazardous Chemical Exposures
Join the live webinar on July 15, 2026 Protecting the Dental Team and Patients from Hazardous Chemical Exposures and the Respirable and Contact Diseases Which May Result from Expos
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OSHA Compliance for Young Workers: What Employers Need to Know
Summer often brings an influx of younger workers into employer settings such as dental practices, dental laboratories, medical spas, wellness centers, medical clinics, and specialt
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Medical Spa Compliance - Under the Microscope
The medical spa industry has exploded over the past decade — and regulators have noticed. What was once a gray zone between day spa and medical clinic is now firmly in the crosshai
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Celebrate National Safety Month in June
Since 1996, the National Safety Council has recognized June as National Safety Month. This is a time to raise awareness and promote safe practices in all environments. At SafeLink,
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How to Develop a Lockout/Tagout Program
No matter the level of industry hazard, all general industry businesses must implement elements of Lockout Tagout if they apply to their business according to the OSHA Standards. {
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Elements of an Effective Electrical Safety Policy
Many businesses are not aware that OSHA requires a written Lockout/Tagout Program for electrical safety, which is why the absence of this program continues to be one of the OSHA mo
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SafeLink Appoints Matt Rahman as President & Managing Partner
We are proud to announce the appointment of Matt Rahman as President & Managing Partner of SafeLink Consulting. This strategic move reflects where this firm is headed and what our
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SafeLink to Present HIPAA Seminar at NTFOS Event on April 17, 2026
SafeLink Consulting Featured at the 25th Annual NTFOS OSHA/HIPAA Seminar SafeLink Consulting is proud to be featured at the 25th Annual Northern Texas Facial & Oral Surgery (NTFOS)
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The Risk & Compliance Paradox: Why Dental & Healthcare Organizations Are Overtrained Yet Under-Supported
In the complex world of healthcare risk & compliance management, a troubling pattern has emerged across dental labs, dental practices, medical offices, and small health and wellnes
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Mary Bartlett Serves on ADS Dental Infection Prevention Committee
Mary Bartlett, Senior Vice President and Compliance Advisor for SafeLink Consulting, is pleased to be serving on the Membership Committee for the ADS - Association for Dental Safet
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Top 10 OSHA Most Frequently Cited Safety Violations FY2025
Every year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) releases its list of the most frequently cited workplace safety violations, highlighting critical areas where e
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SafeLink's Mary Bartlett Attends ADS Boot Camp in Atlanta, GA 2026
SafeLink Consulting's Mary Bartlett attended the ADS Boot Camp in Atlanta February 2 - 4, 2026. Dental professionals from around the world gathered for this event.
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SafeLink Joins Chicago Midwinter Women in Dentistry Breakfast
SafeLink’s Mary Bartlett and Julie Terry will be part of this year’s Chicago Midwinter Women in Dentistry Breakfast on February 19, 2026. For more than 10 years, this event has tak
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Reminder to Employers: Post and Submit OSHA Injury & Illness Data
OSHA requires many employers to complete, certify and post OSHA's Form 300A each year to summarize work-related injuries and illnesses. This reminder outlines who must post, where
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Update to OSHA Injury & Illness Tracking
OSHA's update expands submission requirements for certain employers in high-hazard industries. Continue reading to gain further insights into OSHA's Injury & Illness Tracking updat
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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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Year-End Reflections: Health & Safety for General Industry
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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Take-Home Exposures on Street Clothes
OSHA requires employers to assess workplace hazards and determine how to eliminate or minimize them. Within the hierarchy of controls, personal protective equipment (PPE) is consid
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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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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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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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Reflecting on Dental Compliance in 2023 and Looking Ahead to 2024
2023 has been filled with challenges for us and for our clients, but here we are in 2024 anticipating what this new year will bring and ready to meet the expectations of our client
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Safety / OSHA Review 2023 and Outlook in 2024
As we enter 2024, we reflect on the challenges we faced in 2023 and the resilience we showed alongside our clients. Now, with a fresh year ahead of us, we eagerly anticipate what i
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Understanding the ADA Code of Ethics: A Guide for Dental Professionals
As dental pros, we have a responsibility to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and provide the best possible care to our patients. The American Dental Association (ADA
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Hand Protection: Hands Matter When Protecting Your Digits in Dentistry
The hand, with its intricate structure of bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, is a crucial component in performing a wide range of tasks. Not only is healthy hand function impo
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Mastering the Art of Dental Case Acceptance
Discover effective strategies to improve dental case acceptance and boost your practice's success.
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SafeLink Consulting Featured in Upcoming ProEdge Safe Water Webinar
Kellie Thimmes, Compliance Advisor with SafeLink Consulting, will be the guest speaker on ProEdge Dental Water Lab's Safe Water Webinar: Three Simple Steps to Safe Water on Friday,
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The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What Employers Need to Know
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a federal law aimed at safeguarding the rights of pregnant employees and individuals with childbirth-related medical conditions. Despite
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The Hidden Dangers of Dust in Dental Office & Lab
Dental laboratories play a crucial role in crafting custom dental appliances and prosthetics to improve patients' oral health. However, amid the precision and artistry lies an ofte
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SafeLink Consulting can help you confidently manage an OSHA inspection
With a 17% increase in budget and a 19% increase in OSHA inspectors, also known as compliance safety and health officers, it is safe to expect a significant increase in OSHA inspec
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Kellie Thimmes Joins SafeLink Consulting as a Compliance Advisor
SafeLink Consulting is pleased to announce that Kellie Thimmes has joined the SafeLink Team as a Compliance Advisor.
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Learn to Lead 2023 Course Series
If one of your goals is growing your dental practice and one of the skills you are struggling with is getting your team on board, then we've got the perfect opportunity for you. Th
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