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

This sample addendum to the injury and illness prevention plan has been updated for consistency with the Cal/OSHA nonemergency COVID-19 prevention regulation effective in 2023

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

 Follow these step-by-step instructions for cleaning, disinfecting the operatory.

This recommendation is current as of August 1, 2022.

Employers should continue to evaluate employee health regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.

Intro to Hand Hygiene to help protect you and your patients.

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

A visual resource that provides information on various masks and respirators.  A downloadable and printer-friendly version is available.

Compilation of resources for N95 respirator/mask requirements.

Bundled resources to guide operatory disinfection in the dental practice.

Screening patients and other visitors is an essential part of COVID-19 infection prevention. Dental practices must also perform screening in compliance with Cal/OSHA regulations.

Quick reference chart to understand PPE requirements for dental practices. 

CDC Guidance for Donning and Doffing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 

Use this form when an employee reports symptoms, exposure, or a positive test for COVID-19 to help track the incident.

AB 685, which became effective Jan. 1, 2021, added Section 6409.6 to the California Labor Code requiring employers to notify employees of a potential worksite exposure to COVID-19 and to notify the local public health agency should an outbreak occur on the worksite. AB 2693, effective Jan. 1, 2023, amended the law to permit alternative notification to employees. It extends the notification requirement to Jan. 1, 2024.

A practical guide for small-business employers

Customize this sample plan which is required when an employer requires an employee to wear a respirator, such as an N95. This is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. 

California businesses are required to review applicable orders and guidance from the state and respective local health departments related to COVID-19 hazards and prevention.