Patient Care
Vaccination toolkit, COVID-19, laboratory testing toolkit, respiratory protection
Access toolkits and forms needed to provide patients with vaccinations or laboratory testing. Also, learn what is required to manage COVID-19 and other infectious diseases in your practice.
Cal/OSHA Regulation on Aerosol Transmissible Diseases
Compliance requirements for preventing transmission of aerosol transmissible diseases (ATDs) at health care facilities.
COVID-19 Mandatory Policy Instructions for Employers and Sample Mandatory Vaccination Policy
Employers may require employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as long as they engage in the interactive process with any employee who requests a reasonable accommodation
Disinfecting the Operatory
Follow these step-by-step instructions for cleaning, disinfecting the operatory.
Employer Vaccine and Booster Policies and Best Practices
Understand best practices regarding employee vaccination, including vaccine policies, employer mandates and employee vaccine reactions.
Flu Information for Health Professionals
Key information for health care professionals on vaccination and prevention of the flu.
In-Office Vaccine Administration Resources
Below are resources and start-up guides developed to help vaccine providers begin ordering and administering vaccines to patients.
Introduction to Hand Hygiene
Intro to Hand Hygiene to help protect you and your patients.
Local Public Health Department Orders Related to Respiratory Virus Season and Masking
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.
Mask and Respirator Types
A visual resource that provides information on various masks and respirators. A downloadable and printer-friendly version is available.
Patient Screening
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.
Regulations on Dentists Initiating and Administering Vaccines
A dentist who prescribes and administers any vaccine must follow requirements for training, continuing education, notifications, reporting and documentation established in Section 1066 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations.
Religious Accommodation Request Form – COVID-19 Vaccination
Use this form to document an employee's request for accommodation from a mandatory vaccine for a sincerely held religious belief.
Reporting Symptoms, Exposure or Positive Test for COVID-19: Employee Tracking Form
Use this form when an employee reports symptoms, exposure, or a positive test for COVID-19 to help track the incident. This continues to be required until Feb. 3, 2026.
Respiratory Protection Program
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. Updated June 2024.
Vaccine Promotion: Resources for dental teams
Resources to educate patients and the public about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and to offer vaccination for influenza and COVID–19. Included are flyers, talking points to address vaccine hesitancy, social media posts and sample language for promoting in-office vaccinations.
Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality
Due to ongoing concern with transmission of airborne illnesses, a dental practice should review updated CDPH and CDC guidance on facility ventilation and air quality.
Water fluoridation: It’s beneficial, safe and saves money
When water fluoridation ends, tooth decay and costs for dental care rises. This resource highlights the latest research and important reasons for community water fluoridation, including a review of its safety and support by the most respected voices in health and medicine. Providers can use this evidence-based resource to engage with hesitant patients and promote oral health equity.