The session will:

1. Describe the infection prevention and safety practices that the dental clinics must follow, including the Recommendations from the CDC; CODA accreditation Standards where applicable; Applicable regulatory guidance from the State Boards

2. Describe the additional infection prevention and safety practices that the dental clinics must adhere to in order to be accredited by the Joint Commission, if operating in facilities that are accredited by the Joint Commission

3. Draw a comparison and shine light on the practices that must be followed in order to be compliant with the more stringent Joint Commission Performance Standards

Learning Objectives

• Describe the dental infection prevention and safety practices put forth by the CDC Recommendations, CODA Accreditation Standards and State Board regulations
• Describe the applicable requirements from the Joint Commission that the dental practices must comply with if operating under facilities that are accredited by the Joint Comision
• Ensure compliance with the Joint Commission performance standards designed to improve quality and safety