Dental Office Infection Control Audit - FREE PDF
Audit dental office infection control practices per CDC guidelines.
- Industry: Dental
- Frequency: Monthly / Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 1-2 hours
- Role: Dental Office Manager / OSHA Coordinator
- Total Items: 29
- Compliance: OSHA BBP, CDC Dental Guidelines, State Dental Board
Pre-Inspection Verification
Verify conditions before proceeding.
- Inspection authorized?
- Required documentation available?
- Appropriate personnel available?
Safety & Compliance
Verify safety and compliance per OSHA BBP.
- Safety hazards addressed?
- Regulatory requirements met?
- Staff training current?
- Required documentation complete?
Operations Assessment
Evaluate operational practices and procedures.
- Procedures being followed?
- Equipment functioning properly?
- Environment appropriate?
Findings & Corrective Actions
Document inspection findings and required actions.
- Overall Result
- Deficiencies Identified
- Corrective Actions Required
- Follow-up Date
- Inspector Signature
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
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Why Use This Dental Office Infection Control Audit?
This dental office infection control audit helps dental teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for dental office manager / osha coordinator professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly / quarterly.
Ensures compliance with OSHA BBP, CDC Dental Guidelines, State Dental Board. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Dental Office Infection Control Audit cover?
This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 7 sections: Pre-Inspection Verification, Safety & Compliance, Operations Assessment, Findings & Corrective Actions, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification. It is designed for dental operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly / quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 1-2 hours.
Who should use this Dental Office Infection Control Audit?
This checklist is designed for Dental Office Manager / OSHA Coordinator professionals in the dental industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.