Academy of OSHA Safety
The Academy of OSHA Safety is an online training resource for the entire orthodontic practice. Your team can access current and relative OSHA safety training information from any computer with internet access. Written and designed by Leslie Canham, a leading authority in OSHA safety, the online program provides a simplified way to receive mandated training on critical safety topics related to the workplace. This program also satisfies the federal requirements for initial and annual OSHA safety training.
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6 CE credits available
Course Reviews
Maegan – Clinical Assistant / OSHA Coordinator
“As the OSHA Coordinator for a busy orthodontic practice, I found the program to be very helpful in getting the entire team trained thoroughly and quickly. The system was very easy to use and the course material was informative. This program is a great way to keep us compliant with the federal guidelines and to get our new team members up to speed quickly.”
Release Date: March 1, 2011 | Review Date: March 20, 2023 | Expiration Date: March 20, 2026
Lesson #1 – What is OSHA? / Training Requirements / Citations for Dentistry
- Explain the role and scope of OSHA and the differences between federal and state OSHA-plan regulations.
- Describe the key elements of the Hazard Communication Standard and the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard as they apply to orthodontic practices.
- Identify the 14 required elements of Bloodborne Pathogen training for clinical staff.
- Recognize common OSHA citation areas for orthodontic and dental practices.
Lesson #2 – Exposure Control Plan / PPE / Immunizations / Engineering & Work Practices / Managing an Exposure Incident
- Develop or review an Exposure Control Plan based on OSHA standards for orthodontic workflows.
- Select and implement appropriate PPE for various clinical scenarios.
- Explain required immunizations, including Hepatitis B, and related work restrictions.
- Differentiate between engineering controls and work practice controls and apply them appropriately.
- Respond to an exposure incident with proper first-aid, documentation, and referral steps.
Lesson #3 – Hazard Communication Standard / SDS / General Duty Clause / Fire & Emergency / General Office Safety / Waste Management / Ergonomics / Documentation / Preparing for an Inspection
- Describe the requirements of the Hazard Communication Standard and the purpose of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Explain the General Duty Clause and how it applies to orthodontic practices.
- Implement fire safety, eyewash station protocols, gas cylinder safety, and other emergency procedures.
- Identify general office safety measures including ergonomics, waste categorization, and safe material handling.
- Maintain OSHA-required documentation and prepare the practice for an OSHA inspection.