Make sure you are prepared for Mr. OSHA inspector. These are the top 10 things that most OSHA inspectors will look for:
1. Your annual OSHA employee proof-of-training certificate
2. Other OSHA required paperwork and records
3. Proof of GHS Training Certificate
4. Biohazard receipts (for the past 3 years)
5. 3rd party Spore Strip Test Reports
6. Updated OSHA Manual written to GHS (Global Harmonization System) Standard
7. Small red bag in every operatory
8. Small red sharps container in every operatory
9. All team have access to and should be wearing long sleeved labcoats
10. No food or drink outside of designated break room
Of course there are many other areas of OSHA compliance. Best practices would be to hire a competent OSHA compliance training company that will make your office compliant in these 3 areas:
1. Annual OSHA employee training
2. All required paperwork and manuals
3. Customized Facility Report
You will also want to have ongoing communication with their OSHA experts. Our favorite program is the Initial Annual OSHA Employee Training Package or the All in One OSHA Training Package.
Don’t be caught unprepared, make sure your training company has your back.
Written by Jill Obrochta and Heather Whitt of Dental Enhancements
