Employee Accident Form
Use this form to document employee exposures to bloodborne pathogens, sharps injuries and accidents as required by Cal/OSHA. Updated June 2024.
Sharps Injury Log
Use form to record required information associated with an employee’s injury with a contaminated sharp. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Instrument Processing Protocol
Use this sample form to describe the practice’s sterilization protocol, as required by the Dental Board. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Informed Refusal for Hepatitis B Vaccination
Document employee’s refusal of employer's offer of the Hepatitis B vaccination on this form which has mandated language. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Identification, Evaluation and Selection of Engineering and Work Practice Controls
Staff must assess annually the effectiveness of the practice's safety procedures and devices and consider safety sharps. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Housekeeping Schedule
Customize form to comply with Cal/OSHA and a Dental Board requirement to have a written protocol for operatory cleanliness. The form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Exposure Control Plan
Customize sample plan to describe how your practice limits employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Employee Informed Refusal of Post-Exposure Medical Evaluation
Use this form to document an employee’s informed refusal of a medical evaluation following exposure to bloodborne pathogens. This form is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
Hazardous Waste Management and Disposal Plan
Use sample plan to describe how to manage and dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with federal and state laws. This is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated June 2024.
What to Expect When Your Employee is Expecting
When an employee tells you they are pregnant, you must be prepared. As a California employer, you must be well-versed in the various leave entitlements, documentation obligations, and wage replacement benefits your employees may qualify for.
Air Contaminants in Dentistry
Tips for reducing employee exposure to air contaminants including formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde and nitrous oxide in order not to exceed Cal/OSHA permissible exposure levels.
Workplace Violence Incident Log
Use this sample form to document workplace violence incidents as required by law. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Created May 2024.
Physical Hazard Risk Assessment
Use this sample form to collect information annually for the dental practice workplace violence prevention plan. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Created May 2024.
Workplace Violence Prevention
Guidance and resources related to workplace violence prevention regulatory compliance.
Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
Customize sample plan to describe the steps your dental practice takes to prevent violence at the workplace. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Created May 2024.
Radiation Personnel Monitors (Dosimeters)
Explains requirement to have records of occupational exposure and whether dosimeters must be worn at all times. Includes a vendor list.
Alternative Workweek Schedules & Onboarding: Key Considerations for Employers
Is your alternative workweek schedule compliant with California Law? Under California law, alternative workweek schedules permit workplaces to adopt different schedules longer than eight hours (up to 10 hours) without accruing overtime, but the process is not as simple as the employer unilaterally deciding to have an alternative workweek schedule.
Mental Health & Wellness
The CDA Wellness Program is available to dentists and dental team members. The program offers confidential 24/7 support.
Conflict Management
Resources that support the prevention and management of patient and team conflict.
Safety Inspection Checklist for Dental Facilities
Use this checklist to conduct required safety inspections.
The Due Diligence Process for Selling a Dental Practice
This FAQ was created to help assist member dentists with knowing what is involved in the due diligence process as…
Regulated Dental Office Wastes and Wastewater FAQ
FAQ describes types of dental regulated wastes and rules for its management and disposal. This resource is part of the Regulatory Compliance Manual. Updated March 2024.
Forming a Group or Multi-Owner Dental Practice
CDA is hearing from more members who have questions about the financial, legal and operational structure of a single-unit dental practice with multiple partners. If you are considering a group practice, use the information compiled here to help you evaluate prospective partners.
Waste Management Training for Dental Practices
Employers who generate medical and hazardous waste must provide training to employees on appropriate management and disposal of the wastes. This checklist has the essential training elements.
Proposition 65 Notices & FAQ
A zip file with Proposition 65 warning notices in 16 languages and two FAQs. Businesses with ten or more employees post or provide the notices as required. Updated February 2024.