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OSHA Training Course: The In’s and Out’s of Germ Warfare

PM Lecture Course

November 22, 2019

Course Overview

Infections present a significant hazard in the dental environment. Although protection of the patient is an obvious priority, oral healthcare personnel are also vulnerable to exposure. The intent of this course is to set forth an Infection Control/Exposure Control Protocol to minimize the transmission of infections in the clinical process (for the protection of patients and oral health care personnel alike) via direct contact with blood, saliva, and other secretions; via indirect contact with contaminated instruments, operatory equipment, and environmental surfaces; and via airborne contaminant's, such as droplet spatter and aerosols of infectious body fluids.


Objectives

Participants in this course will be introduced to evidence-based information that will facilitate compliance with 29 CFR Part 1910.1030, Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, Final Rule (Federal Register 56(235): 64004-182, 1991 and the implementation of recommendations made by other federal, state, and local agencies and professional organizations.

In addition to fulfilling your annual OSHA requirements upon completion of this course, oral healthcare personnel should be able to:

  • Understand the rational for the need for an Infection Control/Exposure Control Protocol
  • Develop and implement an practical Infection Control/Exposure Control Protocol appropriate for a particular oral healthcare setting, which include the following essential elements:
  • Education and training
  • Standard precautions Vaccinations
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Work practice and engineering controls
  • Environmental infection control
  • Post exposure evaluation and follow-up
  • Medical records
  • Medical conditions and work restrictions

  • Presenter(s)

    • Michaell A. Huber, DDS
      • HuberM15Dr. Michaell A. Huber is a 1980 graduate from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School, San Antonio, Texas. Upon graduation, he embarked upon 22-year career serving in the United States Navy Dental Corps. He received a Certificate in Oral Medicine from the National Naval Dental Center, Bethesda, Maryland, in 1988 and is a diplomat of the American Board of Oral Medicine. From 1996-1998, he served as Chairman, Department of Oral Medicine and Maxillofacial Radiology; Director, Graduate Program in Oral Medicine, National Naval Dental Center, Bethesda, Maryland; and as Specialty Leader for Oral Medicine to the Surgeon General of the United States Navy, Washington, DC. In 2002, Dr. Huber returned to his alma mater to teach both pre-doctoral and graduate dental students. He has published over 120 journal articles, book chapters, and online postings. He is a recipient of the 2014 UTHSCSA Presidential Teaching Excellence Award, the 2018 Diamond Pin Award from the American Academy of Oral Medicine, and the 2019 UT Regents Outstanding Teaching Award. He is a Past President of the American Academy of Oral Medicine and currently serves as a member of the National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards Appeals Board. Dr. Huber retired from his full-time faculty position in the summer of 2020 and was awarded the rank of Professor Emeritus in 2024. He continues to support the School of Dentistry’s mission of teaching excellence as an Adjunct Professor. You may contact this author at huberm@uthscsa.edu
    Disclosures & Policies

    No Recording and Transcription Policy
    To protect the privacy, security, and integrity of our programs, meetings, and events, recording of any kind is strictly prohibited unless expressly authorized in writing by the department director. This includes, but is not limited to:
    - Video recordings (camera, phone, webcam, or other devices)
    - Audio recordings (phone, microphone, digital recorders, etc.)
    - Screen captures or screen recordings
    - AI-based or automated transcription tools (e.g., apps or software that convert speech to text)

    Guidelines: All participants are expected to respect this policy at all times. If recording is necessary as an accommodation, or for education or administrative purposes, prior approval must be obtained in writing. Unauthorized recording or transcription may result in removal from the session and/or further administrative action. Exceptions may only be granted by the department director in advance. Taking detailed notes is encouraged, and participants are welcome to take pictures of the presentation slides for personal use.

    Purpose: This policy ensures a safe and respectful environment, protects sensitive and proprietary information, and upholds the confidentiality of all participants.

    Financial Disclosure Statement
    It is the policy of the UT Health San Antonio Office of Continuing Dental Education to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its sponsored educational activities. All participating speakers, course directors, and planning committee members are required to disclose to the program audience any financial relationships related to the subject matter of this program. Relationships of spouse/partner with proprietary entities producing health care goods or services should be disclosed if they are of a nature that may influence the objectivity of the individual in a position to control the content of the CDE activity. Disclosure information is reviewed in advance in order to manage and resolve any possible conflicts of interest. Specific disclosure information for each speaker, course director, and planning committee member will be shared with the audience prior to the speaker’s presentation.

    This educational activity is free from commercial bias. The planning committee, presenters, and authors have disclosed all financial relationships with commercial interests relevant to this content, and any potential conflicts have been identified and mitigated according to ADA CERP standards. No commercial entities have influenced the content, selection, or presentation of materials, and no product endorsements or promotional activities are included in this presentation. Any mention of products, services, or companies is solely for educational purposes and does not imply endorsement.


    Time

    Check-in: 12:30 PM
    Program time: Friday, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM


    Location

    UT Health San Antonio, School of Dentistry


    Tuition

    • individual: $125
    • Special Discount: $95

    Credit

    Hours: 3

    Special Fee Offer

    You must register for the Texas Brief AM first in order to receive the discount.
    Special discount fee of $95.00. Please click this link for the AM: Lawsuits, Dental Board Investigations, and Other Bad Things That Can Happen to a Dental Practice!

    Original Date: | Review Date: | Expiration Date:

    Registration closed

    Course cancelled.



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