Welcome to the Hey Docs! Podcast with your host Jill Allen. Today, we're delving into the world of orthodontics and OSHA compliance with Andrea Cook. From learning how to stay compliant, the impact of COVID-19 on regulations, and the common challenges practices face with infection control and training we’re covering it all. There is a lot to learn… Let’s get started.


Summary

In this conversation, Jill interviews Andrea about the importance of OSHA compliance in orthodontic practices. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on compliance, training team members, consequences of non-compliance, common areas of non-compliance, and overlooked areas of compliance. Andrea emphasizes the need for ongoing training and staying up to date with regulations. She also provides advice on how to train team members and ensure compliance effectively. The conversation concludes with a speed round of fun questions.


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Takeaways

1. OSHA Compliance is Crucial for Patient and Staff Safety: Andrea highlights the importance of adhering to OSHA standards in orthodontic practices not just as a legal requirement, but as a fundamental aspect of ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and staff.
2. COVID-19 Has Changed the Compliance Landscape: The pandemic has introduced new compliance challenges and heightened the significance of existing regulations. Andrea discusses how orthodontic practices have had to adapt to these changes to maintain safety and compliance.
3. Effective Training is Key to Compliance: Andrea underscores the necessity of continuous and effective training for all team members. This includes not only initial training but also ongoing education to keep up with the latest OSHA regulations and best practices.
4. Awareness of Common and Overlooked Areas of Non-Compliance: The conversation sheds light on areas where orthodontic practices commonly fail to comply with OSHA standards, as well as areas that are often overlooked. This insight can help practices audit their own compliance efforts and make necessary adjustments.
5. Proactive Measures Ensure Better Compliance: Andrea offers advice on proactive strategies for ensuring compliance, including staying informed about regulatory updates, implementing regular training sessions, and establishing a culture of safety within the practice. This proactive approach helps prevent non-compliance and its associated consequences.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:41 Importance of OSHA Compliance
08:17 Understanding OSHA Compliance
12:26 Implementing OSHA Compliance in Practice
16:51 Impact of COVID-19 on OSHA Compliance
21:05 Training Team Members on OSHA Compliance
24:45 Importance of OSHA Compliance for Non-Clinical Team Members
27:41 Consequences of Non-Compliance
29:37 Common Areas of Non-Compliance
33:30 Overlooked Areas of Compliance
36:24 Training Summer Hires and Temporary Staff
38:39 Final Thoughts and Advice
43:12 Contact Information
46:15 Speed Round

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Episode Credits:
Hosted by Jill Allen
Produced by Jordann Killion
Audio Engineering by Johnny Mitchell