2022 OSAP Dental Infection Control Boot Camp™ Speaker

A 24.75-hour foundational level course presented by national and international experts in dental infection prevention and patient safety. The curriculum is based on the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings-2003, the 2016 Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings: Basic Expectations for Safe Care, the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (1910.1030), and the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (1910.2000). Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2022 course also covered the most up-to-date interim guidance and any related regulations. COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. Describe disease transmission and principles of infection prevention and control in a variety of oral health care settings 2. Identify relevant infection control laws, regulations, guidelines, standards, and best practices 3. Utilize tools to assist with quality assurance measures (e.g., direct observation and feedback)