Dental practices must have this Cal/OSHA regulation available to employees. This copy is Appendix 2 of the Regulatory Compliance Manual.  Updated Sept 2019.

Tips for reducing employee exposure to air contaminants including formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde and nitrous oxide in order not to exceed Cal/OSHA permissible exposure levels.

An overview of the Cal/OSHA requirements for a dental practice to have an air compressor/tank permit.

California launched CalSavers to give employers an easy way to comply with the mandate and help their employees save for retirement.

State law now requires all businesses with five or more employees to facilitate CalSavers if they do not sponsor a retirement plan. Deadlines for employers to comply vary based on the size of business. The deadline for employers with five or more employees is June 30, 2022. Eligible employers with 5 or more employees who have not yet registered, should do so as soon as possible to avoid penalties. Visit CalSavers.com for more information on how to register.

Information on EPA rule requiring dental practices to install amalgam separators and comply with specific best management practices.  Includes a sample inspection and maintenance log.

A list of best practices and information resources on managing amalgam waste.

State requirements for a business that acquires an automated external defibrillator for use on the public.

An overview of dental practice responsibilities under Americans with Disabilities Act and state disability laws. 

A checklist of actions a dental practice must take after an employee is exposed to blood or OPIM.  Updated Sept 2015, last reviewed Aug 2021

Dental practices must have a copy of this regulation to provide to employees upon request. Updated Jan 2018, last reviewed Aug 2021.

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

Summary of legal obligations of dental licensees and certain dental practice employees as mandated reporters to report known or suspected cases of abuse. 

Outlines laws, provides links & other useful resources. California has many laws aimed at protecting the personal and confidential information of its residents.

Use form to document patient’s decision. The form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated Sept 2015.

Use this sample form to obtain patient consent for use or disclosure of patient information as required by HIPAA and state law.

Document prescriber’s discussion with a minor and guardian on opioid risks prior to prescribing the medication in non-emergency circumstances.

This is a summary and FAQ of the Dental Board’s continuing education regulations. To determine if a CE provider is registered with the Dental Board, use the Department of Consumer Affairs database.

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

This resource has been updated to be consistent with CDPH guidance effective on March 13, 2023.

A credit card company may request information when a patient disputes a charge to a dental practice. Use these resources to respond to the company.

All controlled substance prescribers in California are required to register to access the state prescription drug monitoring program known as CURES  (Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System). Beginning April 11, 2022, the site will no longer be accessible to those using the Internet Explorer (IE) browser. Also, after that date, prescribers who utilize delegates must enter into new delegate agreements for them to have continued access to CURES. A sample CURES delegate agreement can be downloaded below. A copy of the signed delegate agreement must be retained by both parties for a period of five years from the expiration date.

Learn what cybersecurity practices your dental practice should have by reviewing resources from these government agency websites.

California law requires individuals be notified when specified personal information, including health and medical insurance information, that is stored electronically is breached. 

Summarizes allowed duties and educational requirement for all dental assisting categories.