The Compliance Divas Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Has your office ever been affected by complacency and non-compliance? Not only does it affect the overall spirit of the practice, it impacts safety and compliance with OSHA / HIPAA.  In this episode, the Divas discuss tips and strategies to remove obstacles, empower and challenge team members, and celebrate wins.                                                   https://www.thecom...

Send us Fan Mail When treating patients, corrosive chemicals and debris and even splash and splatter from the patient’s oral cavity can end up in unprotected eyes. Because of this, it’s vital that an emergency eyewash station is nearby and up to OSHA’s standards. If you’re wondering if your practice even merits having one in the first place, OSHA answers you with a clear and resounding “YES”.    ...

Send us Fan Mail If you missed this episode from earlier this year, join the Divas as they discuss OSHA’s requirement for wearing an N95 respirator mask in the presence of airborne hazards as created during aerosol generating procedures. As a bonus, you’ll learn how to conduct fit testing in your own office.                                                     https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

Send us Fan Mail Aerosol transmission plays a major role in spreading SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID. Dental professionals are right in the line of fire when aerosols generating procedures are performed.   In this Podcast, Gaylene Baker, RDH with Monarch/Air Techniques shares strategies and tips with the Divas on how to reduce the risks of “aerosol” exposure so you can practice safely.  ...

Send us Fan Mail If you've never given any thought about your sharps containers, other than "out of sight, out of mind", then tune into this week's episode. The Divas discuss the required elements for secure and safe sharps disposal along with what actually can and cannot be placed in a sharps container.                                                   https://www.thecomplianc...

Send us Fan Mail The DIVAS share stories about OSHA’s top citations issued in dentistry. Learn what to do and what NOT to do to avoid costly citations. Find out what OSHA looks for when they conduct an audit in a dental practice and how you can be prepared.                                                    https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

Send us Fan Mail The CDC recently changed its mask recommendations (again) and it is causing confusion as the recommendations seem to be flip-flopping. If you are wondering whether the requirements are different for vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, what to tell patients, or if employers can require employees to be vaccinated, don't miss this episode!                                  ...

Send us Fan Mail The California Public Health Department Officer issued an order requiring all health care workers to either show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or be tested weekly. This order includes dental workers, front office admin team and dentists.  Tune into this special California edition Podcast as the Divas discuss the story behind the story.                                 ...

Send us Fan Mail With alarming magnitude of today's ransomware issues, do you ever wonder if your network is as secure as it should be? The safety and security of your practice and patient data hinges on the quality of your cybersecurity protocols. In addition, effective team training and working with qualified business associates who understand their legal obligations under the law are also...

Send us Fan Mail In the dental setting we encounter hazards such as flying debris, chemicals, blood, other potentially infectious material, and potentially harmful light emissions from curing lights and lasers. As a result, eye injuries occur that could have been prevented with the proper selection and use of eye and face protection. This podcast covers OSHA, CDC, and ANSI standards for eye/face p...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how safe your Dental Unit Water is? Unless treated, dental unit water can become highly colonized with bacteria, which presents health hazards to patients and team members alike.  This podcast provides simple steps for monitoring and treating your dental unit water so you can be confident you are delivering safe and compliant dental care.                   ...

Send us Fan Mail The HIPAA Safe Harbor Rule was signed into law January 5,  2021. This bill requires  the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to take into account whether a practice has had recognized cybersecurity practices in place for the past 12-months when investigating a data breach. Having adequate cybersecurity practices may result in reduced fines if you have a reportable breach...

Send us Fan Mail In this Special Edition, the Divas discuss the recent Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) July 6th announcement rescinding the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of KN95 respirators.  If you are still using KN95 respirators in your practice, don't miss this episode! Listen to the Divas explain the purpose of the EUA, what masks you should be using, and what this means fo...

Send us Fan Mail On June 10, 2021, OSHA released its Emergency Temporary Standard for protecting workers against COVID-19. There's still confusion among dental teams about what exactly they need to do. The Divas answer these questions and recap the highlights of the ETS.                                                   https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if the disinfectants you are using are effective against COVID-19?  This timely podcast will identify CDC's latest infection control guidelines and how you can audit whether your product is on the EPA's N list.  Stay in the know when it comes to environmental infection control so you can protect your patients and fellow team members.               ...

Send us Fan Mail Last week CAL/OSHA published an Emergency Temporary Standard.  This episode covers CAL/OSHA regulations surrounding vaccinated and unvaccinated employees, required training, written COVID plans, voluntary use of N95s, and the Aerosol Transmissible Disease (ATD) Standard. The Divas also discuss the confusion about continuing patient screening and adherence to wearing face-coverings...

Send us Fan Mail OSHA recently issued an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) pertaining to worker safety and COVID-19.  Is your practice exempt?  This week's podcast dives into the ETS, the parameters for exemption and other key components of this standard.                                                   https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

Send us Fan Mail  The Compliance Divas discuss the Safety Coordinator's role in a dental practice. The Divas delve into the different aspects that support this OSHA required role on the team, such as training, key responsibilities, and obstacles along with how to budget time and resources.                                                     https://www.thecompliancedivas.com

Send us Fan Mail This podcast focuses on OSHA’s requirements for engineering controls and work practice controls. OSHA requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Assessing the workplace hazards and  engineering controls and work practice and implementing controls are mandatory.                         ...

Send us Fan Mail When an airborne hazard is present such as SAR-CoV-2, OSHA requires respiratory protection. Buying an N95 respirator is only part of the requirement. This episode explains what a respiratory protection plan is and why medical evaluation and fit testing are required. Plus, The Divas discuss how to conduct fit testing in your own office.                                             ...

Send us Fan Mail Join The Compliance Divas for our inaugural episode as we bring clarity and simplicity to dental compliance.                                                    https://www.thecompliancedivas.com