San Francisco Dental Society (SFDS) Meetings & Events List

Workplace Violence Prevention Plan and Dental Staff Hiring Retention Essentials

                                            

 

Implementing a Workers Violence Prevention Plan for the Dental Practice

6pm-7pm PST  1 CEU core 

Presenter: Michael Rossiter, Attorney/Partner, Scott & Whitehead

This course equips dental professionals with a clear understanding of the fundamental requirements of California’s new Workplace Violence Prevention law. Participants will learn what is required to create and implement a comprehensive Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) tailored to the unique challenges of dental practices.

The program will also cover best practices under California law to ensure compliance with the Cal/OSHA workplace violence prevention standard and maintain a safe environment for employees and patients.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the legal requirements for workplace violence prevention under California law and Cal/OSHA standards.
• Identify potential risks and warning signs of workplace violence specific to dental practices.
• The importance of developing and implementing an effective Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP).
• Learn best practices for responding to workplace violence incidents, including reporting and follow-up procedures.

Dental Staff Hiring and Retention Essentials

7pm-8pm PST 1 CEU 20%

Presenter: Holli Perez, Co-Founder and CMO, Direct Dental

By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:

  • Identify key strategies to attract qualified dental professionals in a competitive job market.
  • Understand how to write effective job ads that stand out and drive results.
  • Implement onboarding and communication techniques that increase new-hire retention.
  • Recognize common hiring pitfalls and how to avoid costly turnover.
  • Develop a streamlined process for ongoing team engagement and long-term success.

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Cancellation Policy:
  • Cancellations of registration must be made by June 1, 2026 in order to receive a refund, less a $10.00 processing/handling fee
  • Cancellations after June 1, 2026, or No Shows, will NOT receive a refund.