N.J.A.C. 13:30-8.5 OSHA AND CDC REQUIREMENTS

Goal of Infection Control Training is to

• Assure that all Dental Health Care Personnel (DHCP) understand how infections may be transmitted
• Apply current administrative measures and scientifically accepted infection prevention and control principles
• Understand proper respiratory hygiene, cough etiquette, safe injection practices and instrument processing
• Minimize opportunity for transmission of pathogens to patients, healthcare workers and others
• Familiarize professionals with the law requiring this training and the professional misconduct charges that may be applicable for not complying with this law
• Provide references to additional documents for more detailed background and recommendations.