PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:  The morning segment on Bloodborne Pathogens is designed to give participants an understanding of employer’s duties in relation to the BBP Standards and work place exposure control plans.  It also covers requirements for staff training, vaccination, and recordkeeping. Participants will gain knowledge of protections offered to them under the scope of this standard.  In the afternoon, the topic of Infection Control, imperative in the practice of dentistry, will cover protection of patients and the dental staff. This program is specifically designed to provide current information on the PRACTICAL APPLICATION of CDC’s Guidelines for Infection Control in the Dental Health-Care Setting--2003. An overview of infectious diseases specific to dentistry will be discussed. Interactive participation will be encouraged during the presentation. 

FACULTY:

Cheryl Caballero, a Safety Consultant for the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health, (ADOSH), is devoted to assisting employers in the development of safe and healthful workplaces.  With extensive experience as an ADOSH Compliance Officer, private sector responsibilities as a Safety Director, Human Resources, Facilities and Procurement Manager for both large and small entities, and post-graduate studies in business management, she has well-rounded first-hand knowledge of the many challenges faced by employers today.  It is her firm belief that it is possible to meet workplace EHS regulatory obligations while staying profitable; and she will present information and guidance on health and safety matters toward this goal. 

John B. Tullner, DDS, is a graduate of the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery and served 3 years in the US Army Dental Corps as a general practice resident and staff dentist.  Dr. Tullner was the consultant for dental infection control to the VA Headquarters Office of Dentistry prior to his retirement as Chief of the Dental Service at the VA Medical Center, Richmond, VA, with more than 27 years of VA service. Currently, he is an Adjunct Professor at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry where he coordinates the Infection Control and OSHA programs. Over the last 25 years, he has lectured on the practical application of dental infection control and the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. Dr. Tullner is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists and is a member of the American Dental Association, American Dental Education Association, and the Organization for Safety and Asepsis Procedures (OSAP).  

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:  At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

• discuss the purpose and scope of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard,

• define other potential infectious materials (OPIM) as described in the standards,

• identify the elements of the Written Exposure Control Program,

• identify the modes of transmission for illness caused by Bloodborne Pathogens, 

• describe universal precautions and other protective measures available in the dental workplace,

• describe several types of engineered devices designed to protect employees from exposure,

• discuss vaccination requirements and training requirements.

• apply the 2003 CDC Guidelines for Dental Infection Control, including relative risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens,

• define Standard Precautions and be able to apply them during treatment of dental patients,

• differentiate between Disinfection and Sterilization and understand the concept of Spaulding’s Classification as it is applied in dentistry,

• utilize an understanding of the selection and use of disinfectants in the dental clinic.

INTENDED AUDIENCE:  dentists, dental hygienists, and other interested dental office staff.

CE STATEMENTS: The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) certifies this program for 6 contact hours.  A certificate of attendance will be awarded.

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Employee Education System is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

Continuing Education Credit: The Department of Veterans Affairs, Employee Education System designates this activity for 6 continuing education credits. 

AGENDA:

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM           Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM        Purpose and Scope of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
                                           Potential Infectious Materials (OPIM)
                                           Written Exposure Control Program

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM     Morning Break

10:45 AM - 12:00 PM     Modes of Transmission for Bloodborne Pathogens 
                                          Universal Precautions and Other Protective Measures

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM       Lunch (on your own)

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM         CDC Guidelines for Dental Infection Control

2:30 PM - 2:45 PM         Afternoon Break

2:45 PM - 4:30 PM         Group Activity and Practical Application of the Guidelines

4:30 PM                           Program Closure