Infection Control · single question
OSHA regulations protect which group?
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Correct answer: B. Dental employees (workers)
- A. Incorrect. Insurance companies are regulated by state insurance commissioners — not OSHA.
- B. Correct. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is a federal agency that protects EMPLOYEES from workplace hazards. In dentistry, OSHA regulates: bloodborne pathogen exposure (employee protection), hazard communication (chemical safety for workers), ergonomics, and safety training — all focused on PROTECTING DENTAL EMPLOYEES.
- C. Incorrect. Patient safety and protection is regulated by the CDC, state dental boards, HIPAA, and the dental practice acts — NOT OSHA.
- D. Incorrect. OSHA does not regulate dental equipment manufacturers — the FDA does.
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