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Quick reference chart to understand PPE requirements for dental practices. 

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

At-a-glance review of current COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Dental practices must comply with the more stringent requirement applicable to them. Current as of January 14, 2022. 

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.

Use this form to document an employee's request for accommodation from a mandatory vaccine for a sincerely held religious belief.

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

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. 

Use this form to track track employee COVID-19 vaccination status at-a-glance. This form can be used in conjunction with the Self-Certification of Employee Vaccination Status obtained from each employee. 

Use this form to obtain verification and proof of vaccine status for each employee's confidential personnel file.

In California, COVID-19 testing is within the scope of practice for dentists when used for screening for COVID-19 rather than providing a formal COVID-19 diagnosis.

Learn about the two main types of laboratory tests, and what requirements are needed for dentists to be eligible to administer them.

It is important that the manufacturer’s instructions are followed, including the use of appropriate PPE, test-processing times, and test material disposal.

Dental offices administering waived COVID-19 tests are required to report test results within a defined period through the state reporting system. 

CDA provides the following billing information and FAQs to help dentists better understand their rights under AB 526.

Dentists must adhere to license renewal, record retention, and other requirements related to the laboratory license.

Find answers to common questions about testing technology and its potential in dental settings. 

Telehealth/teledentistry coding options, consent, and resources.

Employers who wish to implement a reduced wage for employee training and other non-productive time may use this template to inform and document the new practice policy. 

Use this form to document an employee's request for accommodation from a mandatory vaccine for a medical exemption.

Dentists are now required to complete one CDC-hosted training course instead of the previously required four courses. Find out where to access these free, online training modules. 

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.