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Get answers to questions about the state’s public health order requiring California health care workers to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or submit to regular testing.

Answers to members’ top questions about physical distancing, patient screening, the use of face coverings, and other COVID-19 prevention requirements.

California businesses are required to have a written COVID-19 prevention plan. It may be a separate document or an addendum to the injury and illness prevention plan.

A list of local public health department orders related to COVID-19 vaccination and testing and to mandatory influenza vaccination which affect dental practices within their respective jurisdiction.

Although face coverings are required to be worn in California healthcare settings by individuals over the age of two, accommodations must be made for those individuals who have conditions that either prevent the use of masks or else mask-wearing is a significant impediment.

Use these measures provided by Cal/OSHA & the CA Dept of Public Health.

Prepare to answer questions about the vaccine from dental team members and patients. Most importantly, give your personal strong recommendation to get vaccinated.

Compliance requirements for preventing transmission of aerosol transmissible diseases (ATDs) at health care facilities. 

Bundled resources to guide operatory disinfection in the dental practice.