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Message from the president

April 2011

Self Assessment? Who Needs It?“An annual assessment of competence (self assessment) is useful for the dental hygienist to determine which individual professional learning needs will be accomplished over the next year.”1

New developments in health outcomes, research and technology enhance the knowledge by which dental hygienists base their provision of oral health services. The public, policy makers, and healthcare reform commissions expect all health professionals, including dental hygienists, to be accountable for remaining competent in the skills and knowledge needed when providing dental hygiene services to the community.

The CRDHA Self Assessment Package encourages a systematic approach for the individual to determine professional learning.

There are five steps to Self Assessment when using this tool:

Step One: Complete the Self Assessment Tool

Step Two: Identify Learning Objectives and Create a Learning Plan

Step Three: Implement the Learning Plan

Step Four: Evaluate Learning

Step Five: Document Your Learning

Completion

CRDHA

The Package, which was developed as part of the CRDHA Continuing Competence Program, is a formalized process for dental hygienists to assess learning requirements and implement a more self-directed approach to continuing professional development. The Package, which is designed for use in all dental hygiene practice environments, will assist you in assessing your dental hygiene practice in order to determine your specific learning needs and to provide direction in the selection of appropriate professional development opportunities.

The Package enhances the Continuing Competence Program by laying out the specific competencies and encouraging a more complete assessment of skills. The National Dental Hygiene Certification Board (NDHCB) competency profile for entry level dental hygienists revised in 2005 was the framework utilized by the CRDHA to develop an Alberta specific competency profile for practicing dental hygienists in Alberta.

1 From CRDHA Self Assessment Package, page 1.

While each CRDHA member has received a hard copy of the CRDHA Self Assessment Package, it can also be accessed from the CRDHA website www.crdha.ca > go to CRDHA Members > go to Member Login > go to Continuing Competence Program > go to Self Assessment and download the document.

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I N T o u c h A P R I L 2 0 1 1

cRDhA Council members

Gerry cool, RDH President

Carselandc/o CRDHA [email protected]

Shirley Smith, RDHVice President

Edmontonc/o CRDHA [email protected]

Brenda Murray, RDHPast President

Edmontonc/o CRDHA office [email protected]

Allison Boone, RDHCouncillor

Calgaryc/o CRDHA [email protected]

Aimee Bradley, RDHCouncillor

Slave Lakec/o CRDHA [email protected]

Joanna czarnobaj, RDHCouncillor

Edmontonc/o CRDHA [email protected]

Jean FraserPublic Member


Sabrina heglund, RDHCouncillor

Ardrossanc/o CRDHA [email protected]

Debbie hubbardPublic Member

Edmonton(780) [email protected]

Maureen Graham, RDHCouncillor


Arlaine MonaghanPublic Member

Spruce Grovec/o CRDHA [email protected]

Jacki Blatz, RDHCanadian Dental Hygienists Association Alberta Director

Fort Saskatchewan(780) 998-1262

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President’s Message 1

Front & Centre 2

Message from the Registrar 4

Occupational Health & Safety 8

You’ve Been Asking 12

Continuing Competence 14

Resources 17

We’re moving!CRDHA is moving to a new office space in the same building.

The new address is:

#302, 8657-51 AvenueEdmonton, AB T6E 6A8

Phone: (780) 465-1756Toll Free: 1-877-465-1756Fax: (780) 440-0544

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Message from the president

AGM Official NoticeThis is official notice, in accordance with Bylaw 12.4.1, of the Annual General Meeting of the CRDHA.

Meeting AgendaPresident’s Address & WelcomeCall to OrderProof of Meeting NoticeAnnouncementsApproval of AgendaApproval of May 1, 2010 minutesAnnual ReportReport of Nominations CommitteeNew Business

Saturday, April 30, 2011Westin Hotel10135 - 100th StreetEdmonton, Alberta

7:30 – 8:00 amRegistration and Breakfast

8:00 amAnnual General Meeting

The 2011 Annual Continuing Competence (ACC) Event is fast approaching. An excellent scientific program has been planned for your professional development. As well there will be time for sharing and connecting with colleagues, classmates and friends.

It is my pleasure to invite you to attend CRDHA’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) that will be held the same weekend as the ACC Event. This yearly meeting is important to all of us for several reasons. It provides an opportunity to thank retiring council members for their contributions and to introduce and welcome newly elected CRDHA members to CRDHA Council. It is also a chance to reflect on the past year and to look forward to the next.

At the AGM the President reports on the organizational and financial status of CRDHA. Last year the AGM featured round-table member conversations which were greeted with enthusiasm and overwhelming positive feedback. The thought provoking questions generated insight into member viewpoints and concerns. A summary of the results of the members’ consultation was published in the January 2011 issue of InTouch.

To remain a vibrant, forward thinking profession requires on ongoing dialogue between Council and Members. The AGM provides such a forum. I am always in awe of the expertise, the professionalism and the energy I see in the room at the AGM. CRDHA can only be as strong as its weakest link. Please join CRDHA Council at the 2011 Annual General Meeting in Edmonton to help make that link strong, healthy and progressive.

National Dental Hygienists Week® April 10-16, 2011 is a time to celebrate our accomplishments and our everyday professional life.

Take the time to reflect on your career. Who have you impacted? Share with another dental hygienist how their contributions have affected your work or personal life.

The college of Registered Dental hygienists of Alberta (cRDhA) exists so that Albertans will receive safe, high quality dental hygiene care from a continually advancing

dental hygiene profession.

Gerry cool, RDh

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Front & Centre

A continuing education program for dental hygienists in Alberta has

been in place since 1997. The CRDHA Continuing Competence Program, (CCP) under the HPA has a component that includes a mandatory minimum 45 credit hour acquisition over a three year cycle. As with the previous program, compliance with the CCP requirements is mandatory for dental hygienists to receive their annual Practice Permit.

The Health Professions Act (HPA) requires all regulated health professionals maintain competence. Section 50 (1) indicates that Colleges must establish continuing competence programs that “provide for members to maintain competence” and “enhance the provision of professional services”.

Competence is defined as the integration of knowledge, skills, attitudes and judgments required to provide effective and ethical dental hygiene services.

continued from front page Keeping Abreast of New Knowledge

Keeping abreast of new knowledge is an increasing challenge for health care providers and the traditional methods of continuing education are under criticism due to many weaknesses including: inappropriate selection of learning activities; under-availability of desired learning activities; poorly conducted learning activities.

In a traditional approach to continuing education the practitioners may typically use readily available resources that are of personal interest. Conversely, self assessment provides direction to learning by using a systematic approach for the practitioner to identify his or her individual and work related needs so appropriate learning activities can be sought.

Self assessment has the potential to improve the effectiveness of professional learning. The more

clear learners are about their needs for learning in a particular situation, the more efficiently they can plan their learning. It is essential that practitioners are well motivated to apply newly acquired knowledge and skills into practice and it has been demonstrated that self assessment can provide motivation for learning and undertaking the subsequent change required to improve practice. Completion of a self assessment identifies gaps in knowledge and is a tool for continuous improvement. Learning objectives are important because they focus on knowledge gaps and can make goals more attainable.

The CRDHA Self Assessment includes step by step instructions for

completing the package. Contact CRDHA at [email protected] if you have questions about self assessment. We will be happy to provide direction or to clarify any sections.

Selecting Learning Opportunities

Grade school children use a basic type of self assessment when they complete a KNL (Know / Need to know / Learned) exercise as an approach to information. This approach generates interest in a topic, identifies opportunities for learning and recognizes what has been learned. The CRDHA Self Assessment is in a more sophisticated format but it essentially identifies knowledge gaps and encourages participation in learning opportunities to address the knowledge gap.

The CRDHA commends registered dental hygienists who are already reflecting on their dental hygiene practice and guiding their professional development accordingly. The CRDHA Competence Committee recognizes that in the recent year, generally, CRDHA members are being more discriminating in their selection of continuing competence learning opportunities.


An Example of a Professionally Responsible Application of a Self Assessment

George Walsh, RDH, understands that continuing competence is a professional responsibility and chooses learning opportunities from a variety of providers on topics that will enhance his competence.

Annual completion of the self assessment has identified some gaps in his knowledge and he chooses appropriate learning opportunities related to the knowledge gaps. For example, he recognizes that he is seeing more medically compromised adults in his practice and would like to learn more about providing care to them. Specifically, he wants to learn about providing dental hygiene services for clients with diabetes.

Diabetes:

He knows what he learned in school and from textbooks 15 years ago. He wants to update knowledge about current research regarding:

Relationship of diabetes and oral •healthRelationship of diabetes and overall •well beingRisk assessment for diabetes•Communicating with the client•Providing clinical care•Medications the client could be •using and contraindications to careMedical emergencies in the dental •officePrivacy Legislation: sharing •information with other providers, consulting with other health care providers (e.g. client’s endocrinologist)

Learning opportunities George considers:

Contact the diabetes association to •book a speaker for his study club to talk about the diabetes in general and challenges an individual with diabetes encounters.Attend a continuing education •session about diabetes.Take an online course about •diabetes. Prior to taking the course, he checks that the information is current.After George has learned more •about diabetes he will make a presentation to his coworkers about what he has learned.

When selecting learning opportunities he is realistic about the time required for learning and critical about the quality of learning opportunities he selects.

An Example of Ineffective Choices

Karol Milner, RDH, does not see the value of self assessment and completes the Continuing Competence Program requirements simply because it is a renewal requirement. She does not have much regard for her professional responsibility for continuing competence. Karol completes courses simply to qualify for program credit. For example, she has participated in several free “lunch and learn” opportunities for product from the sales persons. Each time a new toothbrush is being marketed she listens to the supplier and submits a request for program credit.

Suddenly, she realizes that her Continuing Competence Program (CCP) reporting period is coming to an end and she has not taken part in any more significant learning opportunities other than the “lunch and learns”. So Karol chooses the easiest way to meet the requirements with minimal effort and expense. She accesses online opportunities. Many of the online courses do not relate to her specific practice. Some of the courses are very basic and cover information that she should already know. While Karol might meet the “credit requirements” of the CCP her competence has not been enhanced.

Members should be aware that there are audit provisions in the CCP that will flag Karol’s CCP activities. An audit may result in having conditions placed on her practice permit. Such conditions can include completion of the CRDHA Self Assessment Package to identify relevant learning needs and establish a learning plan with specific activities that must be completed and reported on through the next reporting cycle.

Learning Takes Commitment of Time and Effort

The program is called a Continuing Competence Program and as such it is expected that learning is ongoing throughout the reporting period not crammed into a few days simply to meet the requirements. By incorporating a Self Assessment component to their Continuing Competence Program, CRDHA members will enhance their practice and address their professional responsibilities.


Message from the registrar

Reporting Blood Borne Infections to the CRDHA

All health care workers with a history of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B virus (HBV) or hepatitis C virus (HCV) positivity have an ethical obligation to report to their professional regulatory authority for referral to the Provincial Expert Review Panel if they perform any exposure-prone procedures.

Exposure-prone procedures performed by dental hygienists include scaling, root planing and injection of local anaesthesia. Access to the Provincial Expert Review Panel is through referral from a health care worker’s regulatory authority. Registered dental hygienists who have tested positively to HIV, HBV or HCV should contact the CRDHA Registrar, Brenda Walker, in person or by telephone at 1-877-465-1756 for further information and referral to the Expert Review Panel.

Brenda Walker, RDh

Call for Members for Hearing Tribunals and Review Committees

In accordance with the Health Professions Act (the Act), College Councils are required to establish and maintain a list of members who will be available to be selected by the College’s Hearings Director to form a hearing tribunal or a complaint review committee. Any hearing tribunal or complaint review committee must include 25% public representation. Public members are provided from a list maintained by the Government.

Pursuant to the Act, the hearing tribunal is responsible for conducting a full and fair hearing regarding allegations of unprofessional conduct of a member. The job of the hearing tribunal is to determine, on the basis of the evidence introduced, whether the conduct of the dental hygienist constitutes unprofessional conduct.

A complaint review committee’s powers and duties include reviewing and ratifying alternative complaint resolution settlements and conducting reviews of dismissals of complaints. The complaint review committee’s decision making powers are set out in the Act.

Hearing tribunals and complaint review committees are established on an “as needed” basis. Orientation sessions are conducted by CRDHA legal counsel prior to a hearing or complaint review committee meeting.

The list of available members is comprised of dental hygienists with experience in all spectrums of dental

hygiene practice: general practice, specialty practice, independent practice, community health and education. We would like to increase the number of members on the list to provide more flexibility in selecting dates for hearings or reviews.

We are seeking members with good knowledge of the profession and CRDHA’s professional standards and who exhibit the following qualities:

•Fair•Goodlistener•Non-biased•Respectconfidentiality•Confident•Maturejudgment

Applicants must have 5 or more years of experience as a dental hygienist. If you are interested in submitting your name as a nominee for appointment to the list of members available to be selected for hearing tribunals or reviews, please send your resume and a brief letter describing why such an appointment appeals to you. Submissions should be directed to:

CRDHA Hearings Director302, 8657 – 51 Ave. NWEdmonton, AB T6E 6A8 by May 30, 2011

Interviews will be conducted as part of the selection process.


Registration of Radiation Equipment

Under the Health Professions Act, proclaimed in force October 31, 2006, dental hygienists can provide their services in a wider variety of settings than ever before. New settings and practice models include independent dental hygiene practice and practice in association with another person or another regulated health professional.

Owning and operating a dental hygiene practice may include ownership of dental radiography equipment, including lasers used for periodontal therapies or bleaching procedures. Pursuant to the Radiation Protection Act, all dental radiography equipment, including digital radiography systems and Class 3B and Class 4 lasers, are designated as “radiation equipment” that must be registered prior to use.

The University of Calgary is the accredited Radiation Health Administrative Organization designated to ensure that dental hygiene owners of dental radiation equipment are in compliance with the Radiation Protection Act and Regulation. If you have made arrangements to purchase or acquire radiation equipment for use in your dental hygiene practice, you must contact the CRDHA office for further information about the equipment inspection process and registration with the designated Radiation Health Administrative Organization.

Failure to be in possession of a valid registration certificate from the University of Calgary prior to the operation of your radiation equipment is a contravention of the Radiation Protection Act. In accordance with the Act, the penalty for this offence is a maximum fine of $15,000 and/or six months imprisonment. Operation of unregistered radiation equipment would also be considered unprofessional conduct under the Health Professions Act.

Periowave It has come to our attention that some of you may not have been informed, at the time of purchase, that the Periowave Laser Base station (PW1100) is a Class 3B laser. Class 3B and 4 lasers must be installed, inspected, registered and monitored in accordance with the Alberta Radiation Protection Act and Regulation. If you have purchased a Periowave Laser Base station (PW1100) and it has not been inspected or registered, please contact CRDHA office for the information and forms about registering the equipment. Please be advised that this equipment must be inspected and registered prior to operating the equipment.

If you have purchased the Periowave Handheld Laser, it is a Class 1 laser and does not require inspection and registration.

If you own any radiation machines they MUST be registered with the CRDHA.

If you do not have a registration certificate for your equipment, you are operating your radiation equipment illegally.

If you repair, relocate or purchase new equipment, it MUST be inspected by a licensed inspection agency. Suppliers of this equipment ARE NOT licensed inspection agencies.


General NoticePracticing in Alberta when registration is cancelled is unprofessional conduct under the Health Professions Act. Such conduct is subject to sanctions by the hearing tribunal. The Crown can also prosecute for breaches of the Act and impose fines for violation of the Act.

Notice of Cancellation of Registration and Practice Permit

The registration and practice permits of the following individuals have been cancelled in accordance with section 43(1) of the Health Professions Act for failure to submit a complete application for a practice permit and default in payment of any applicable fees or assessments under the Act. These individuals are no longer authorized to practice dental hygiene in the Province of Alberta.

Burns MacGregor, Cristiana Marcella ......................................Halifax, NSBurt, Rena............................................................................. Edmonton, ABDandenault, Hilary Elizabeth Mary .......................................... Calgary, ABDrepaul, Shevauna Fazia..........................................................Toronto, ONElajami, Joumana Najie ...........................................................Calgary, ONFraser, Noelle Christina ............................................................Calgary, ONHakimi, Mishgan .................................................................. Edmonton, ABHarfield, Stephanie C. .............................................................. Calgary, ABHealey, Glenda Marie ....................................................Charlottetown, PEHudson, Cheriess Elaine ..........................................................Welling, ABMcDougall, Twyla Dawn ......................................................Saskatoon, SKRitchie, Tonda Marie ............................................................ Edmonton, ABRoseboom, Vanda Rae ............................................................. Calgary, ABSimard, Caroline............................................................. Trois-Rivieres, QCThomas, Elizabeth-Dawn Mitchell .....................................St. Thomas, ONZutis, Krista Lea .................................................................. Burlington, ON

Notice of Cancellation of Registration and Practice Permit on Request

In accordance with section 43(5) of the Health Professions Act, the registration and practice permits of the following individuals have been cancelled at their own request. These individuals are no longer authorized to practice dental hygiene in the Province of Alberta.

Amri, Azadeh ...........................................................................Oakville, ONBaig, Farah ........................................................................... Edmonton, ABBailey, Shelley .............................................................................Valley, NSBalogh, Elissa ......................................................................... Windsor, ON

Bougie, Kathleen ............................................................... Larder Lake, ONBrady, Angela ............................................Portugal Cove – St. Phillips, NLChristiansen, Cheryl ...............................................................Red Deer, ABDe Blieck, Kerry .................................................................... Edmonton, ABDempsey, Darlene .................................................................... Whitby, ONDiLullo, Paula ........................................................................... Calgary, ABEnders, Meagan ........................................................................Halifax, NSFischer, Lori .............................................................................. Calgary, ABFlegel, Nancy.................................................................... Summerland, BCFotti, Cynthia .....................................................................Bridgenorth, ONFrache, Cathy....................................................................... Lethbridge, ABGervais, Elise......................................................................Peace River, ABGraham, Sterling ..................................................................... Manilla, ONGrant, Jennifer ....................................................................Antigonish, NSHaley, Jenna........................................................................... Lumsden, SKHead, Karen.............................................................................. Calgary, ABKeating, Kelly ..................................................................... Marystown, NLKorbiel, Angela......................................................................... Calgary, ABLeishman, Jessica ................................................................ Edmonton, ABLomibao, Alona ..................................................................... Fall River, NSPress, Shelia............................................................................. Calgary, ABRushlow, Hilda ................................................................ North Gower, ONSargent, Stacy ....................................................................... Cochrane, ABSimard, Valerie .......................................................................... Airdrie, ABSullivan, Terri-Lynne ................................................................. Langley, BCSwann, Patricia ......................................................................... Oyama, BCTaylor, Jennifer ............................................................. St. Catherine’s, ONThomson, Dayna.................................................................Peace River, ABTillotson, Sandra .................................................................... Innisfree, ABUhlman, Krystal ..................................................................... Cookville, NSWollman, Jennifer ...................................................................Kitscoty, ABYan, Casey ............................................................................ Coquitlam, BC

Notice of Cancellation of Conditional Registration and Practice Permit

The conditional registration and practice permit of the following individual has been cancelled for failure to meet the conditions imposed under Section 30(2) of the Health Professions Act.

Farias, Mariel ............................................................................ Airdrie, AB


Notice of Cancellation of Non-Regulated Membership

In accordance with section 8.8.1 of the CRDHA Bylaws, the following individuals have been cancelled from the non-regulated member register for failure to submit an application for renewal of membership. As a non-regulated member, these individuals were not authorized to practice dental hygiene in the Province of Alberta.

Andersen, Lee Ann M. ......................................................... Westbank, BCGlabus, Talitha C. .................................................................... Okotoks, ABGriggs, Kendra Colleen .................................................... House NM, USAHoleton, Sarah ...................................................................... Penticton, BCLavoie, Lisa Michelle ...................................................Sherwood Park, ABMcKinnon, Paulette A. ............................................................Sorrento, BCWelikoklad, Jodi Lynne ..........................................................Red Deer, AB

Notice of Cancellation of Non-Regulated Membership on Request

In accordance with section 6.3 of the CRDHA Bylaws, the following individuals have been cancelled from the non-regulated member register at their own request. As a non-regulated member, these individuals were not authorized to practice dental hygiene in the Province of Alberta.

Atkins, Michelle ....................................................................Kamloops, BCAuser, Nicole ........................................................................... Limerick, SKFrancoeur, Gloria .................................................................... Camrose, ABGibb, Shawna ......................................................................... Kelowna, BCGuan, Rongjun ................................................................. Scarborough, ONGuyader, Jacqueline ................................................................. Victoria, BCHerbert, Sarah ...................................................................... Vancouver, BCLyle, Leah ................................................................................Oakville, ONRoss, Mary .............................................................................. Gibbons, ABStokowski, Shonna.................................................................Canmore, ABWilde, Sharon .......................................................................... Calgary, AB

Health Information ActRegulated members of health professions are now designated as custodians through the Health Information Act and Regulation. The current designations include physicians, pharmacists, optometrists, opticians, chiropractors, midwives, podiatrists, dentists, denturists, dental hygienists, and nurses.

On January 22, 2011 in Red Deer, Brian Hamilton, Privacy Officer with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner presented a session, “Introduction to the Health Information Act for Independent Practice Dental Hygienists”. A videotape of Brian’s presentation is posted on the CRDHA Website, www.crdha.ca > Members login area. Each dental and dental hygiene office should have a customized manual detailing office policies regarding handling health information. CRDHA is developing a template policy manual which will be available on the CRDHA members login site.

The Minister of Alberta Health and Wellness is responsible for the overall administration of the Health Information Act.

While Alberta Health and Wellness has not yet established a website dedicated to the Health Information Act, an HIA Helpdesk has been established to support custodians and affiliates in implementing and administering the Act.

The Alberta Health and Wellness HIA Helpdesk can be contacted at (780) 427-8089 or toll-free by calling the RITE line at 310-0000 and asking for 427-8089 or by email at [email protected].

The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner provides a health information publication: Health Information A Personal Matter which is available at www.oipc.ab.ca/Content_Files/Files/Publications/HIA_Guide_August_2010.pdf


Articles

Occupational Health and Safety Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act) is a law that sets out the basic duties and obligations of employers and workers to promote the health and safety of workers throughout the province.

The Act states that employers and workers should concern themselves with safe workplaces, adequate training, and enforcement of safety regulations. The government’s role is to make sure that the rules are followed to prevent work-related incidents, injuries and illnesses, and to make sure Albertans are educated about workplace health and safety.

Fair, safe and healthy workplaces help keep the province prosperous and protect the well-being of Alberta’s labour force. Employment, Immigration and Industry (EII) continues to develop and monitor employment standards, occupational health and safety and labour relations legislation to keep workplaces fair and safe.

One of the resources EII uses to monitor workplaces is the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Officer, who visits places of employment to detect unsafe or unhealthy working conditions. OHS officers receive extensive training on current health and safety legislation to fully understand the rights and responsibilities of employers and workers. EII employs 83 officers in Alberta to assist employers in complying with health and safety legislation.

For more information on the Occupational Health and Safety Officers, contact Gerry Wagner, Manager, Compliance Programs Workplace Health and Safety, EII at (780) 422-6205.

Sharon Chadwick from Alberta Occupational Health and Safety, will present at the CRDHA ACC Event, Thursday, April 28, 2011.

A Few Questions To Ask Your Employer

By actively promoting health and safety in the workplace, employers send a message to their staff that they are valued. If you’re thinking about working for a particular employer, getting ready for a job interview, or about to start a new job, ask these questions. Work isn’t just about benefits, holidays and getting paid. Find out about how serious the employer will be about your safety. Here are some questions you should ask, as well as the kind of answers you should expect to hear.

1. Where are fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and other emergency equipment located?

The law requires your employer to control the hazards at your workplace. This includes providing fire extinguishers and specialized equipment required to control the hazards that may arise during emergencies.

2. What do i do if i get hurt? Who is the first aid person? The

law requires your employer to provide first aid equipment and services at your workplace. This

means that the right type of first aid kit must be on-site and an appropriate number of individuals must be trained in first aid and available at all times. Find out who the first aiders are in case you ever need their help. If you do get injured and require first aid, you are required by law to report the injury to your employer as soon as possible.

3. What are my health and safety responsibilities?

The law requires you to take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of you and your co-workers. This includes cooperating with your employer by following the employer’s safety rules and taking required safety training.

Remember that if you’ve been asked to do something that may endanger you or your co-workers, and have not been given adequate training or supervision, the law requires you to refuse to do that work.

4. Who do i ask if i have a health and safety question?

The first person to ask should always be your employer, usually a supervisor, since they know your workplace best. However, you can contact the Workplace Health and Safety Contact Centre, by dialing toll free 1-866-415-8690 and talk with one of our staff, or reach us on the Internet at www.worksafely.org. All calls are kept confidential.

Retrieved January 20, 2011 http://employment.alberta.ca/documents/WIA/WIA-WWA_0208.pdf


Caries is still a problem, especially among a portion of the population. Some people may not have access to good, affordable dental care, routine fluoride toothpaste, and balanced diet. How useful is water fluoridation and is it the right thing to do?

In 2001 the US Centers for Disease Control gave water fluoridation a rating of grade II-1 (the second highest of five levels) for quality of evidence, and Grade A (highest) for strength of recommendation. The U.K. systematic review (York University 2000) found an evidence level of ‘B’ (moderate), and said water fluoridation was likely to have a beneficial effect, but at the expense of an increase in prevalence of dental fluorosis. The beneficial effects were: an increase in the number of children who are completely decay-free; and less decay in children with cavities (lower deft/DMFT). In 2007 the Australian National Health and Research Council updated and reconfirmed the U.K. review by assessing and adding research from 1996 – 2006. These reviews consistently indicate it is effective.

In 2009 Health Canada released its 94-page risk assessment of fluoride in drinking water. It covered all identified human risks, taking into account new studies about cancer, brain, kidney, thyroid, bone, reproduction, etc. The comprehensive process involved recognized experts (toxicologist; dental fluorosis researcher; and a leading fluoride intake researcher), an external peer review, and provincial consultation. The review concluded that fluoride in water is safe, that the maximum level of

natural fluoride in drinking water remain at 1.5 parts per million, and that the level of water fluoridation be set at 0.7 parts per million.

Deciding if fluoridation is the right thing to do is another issue, because it affects whole areas: it is impossible to provide each resident with a choice of water or to obtain individual consent to the tap water. Recently Calgary’s City Councilors struggled with the ethics of water fluoridation. At a public input session some 50 people spoke – about 2/3 of them in opposition. They presented personal fluorosis stories, ‘natural’ products, Internet ‘research’, Europe’s way, conspiracy theories, and other broad allegations. A poverty group representative said that poor people want dental treatment, not fluoride! Health professionals representing oral health, family physicians, dieticians, environmental health and members of the public also spoke about the benefits of fluoridation, its safety and how it is an effective preventive measure which limits dental treatment costs.

Britain’s Nuffield Council on Bioethics reports that “the most appropriate way of deciding whether to fluoridate the water supply is to rely on democratic decision-making procedures. These should be implemented at the local and regional level because the need for, and perception of, water fluoridation varies between areas.” So taking the time to discuss the issue in public, and to hear views, is appropriate for the community. As dental health professionals, it behooves us to have some awareness of the state of the research on this

topic. Because there is so much of it, we look to the systematic reviews by experts to summarize and give us direction.

Why not just give toothpaste or fluoride treatments to at-risk people? There is no simple way to find and reach the people who are at most risk for tooth decay, but fluoridated water is available to everyone. It does not stigmatize citizens who might not have enough money to pay for their dental care or preventive services, or may not even be able to brush daily.

Oral health is a key component of general health – you cannot separate the mouth from the body. Preventing cavities means fewer days missed from school, fewer instances of pain and swelling, better ability to chew healthy food, and improved quality of life. Public Health works best to prevent disease and promote equity when the easy choice is the healthy choice: drinking tap water. By fluoridating, the community says it values oral and dental health of all its residents.

Luke Shwart DMD, MBADental Public Health Officer Population & Public Health10101 Southport Road SW • Calgary AB, T2W 3N2tel: 403-943-6790 fax: 403-943-2244

Community Water Fluoridation


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A question from a CRDHA member:“In the CRDHA email (December 23, 2010) to all members which accompanied the notice about approval of the ADA&C Infection Prevention and Control and Risk Management Standards for immediate implementation by CRDHA members, it was mentioned that sterilizers need mechanical, chemical and biological monitoring. I’m not sure I know what the mechanical monitoring is about?”

Response: Mechanical monitoring is addressed in the ADA&C Infection Prevention and Control and Risk Management Standards which are available on the CRDHA Members Login site www.crdha.ca

As stated in the Standards, section 11.4. The sterilization process must be tested, monitored, documented and audited. For all sterilizers:

11.4.1. The following must be completed to ensure that effective sterilization has been achieved:

Mechanical monitoring – Mechanical or electronic failure alarms for time, temperature, and pressure must be in place, and their correct functioning recorded for each cycle; integrated printouts or data retrieval devices recording these parameters are recommended and preferred but this information may be recorded by staff on designated recording forms.

In addition Gail Meara, Public Health Nurse Consultant, responds to the question: “It is important to note that even if there is a printout or if the data is

recorded electronically, the staff removing the items from the sterilizer must ensure that the parameters were met and log the information for each cycle.

Inspectors have been in offices where the information on the sterilizer clearly indicates that the cycle failed and the staff are removing and using the devices.

Even if the sterilizer does not give specific information about the cycle, it does indicate if the cycle was successfully completed or if it failed. If the cycle failed there is usually an error code that is provided. This will allow the staff to review what failed to allow them to correct the problem. Devices that were in the failed cycle must be returned to the reprocessing area and be repackaged and re-sterilized before they can be used.

Inspectors have found that in offices most often the staff are recording the time the cycle on the sterilizer was started. The time referred to in the standards is actually the time the cycle was at the required temperature. Most of the sterilizers have a readout at the completion of the cycle that states “cycle complete” this would indicate that all three parameters, time, temperature and pressure were reached. If there is a printout there will be more detail provided. It is important that the staff actually review this and make note that they have reviewed the information.”

Gail will be presenting at the CRDHA Annual Continuing Competence Event April 28-30, 2011.

To register for the event go to http://accevent.crdha.ca.

Infection Prevention and Control

Over 425 dental office personnel attended the CRDHA sponsored, “Dental Office Device Reprocessing: What do the Standards Require?”, videoconference which was transmitted to eighteen sites throughout Alberta on February 22, 2011.

Presented by Gail Meara, Community Infection Control Practitioner, Health Protection Division, Alberta Health Services, the videoconference addressed the necessity for all members of the oral health team to be on the same page regarding infection prevention and control (IPC). Gail commented that IPC is quality improvement which addresses risk management and it should be considered as an integrated system within a practice. It was encouraging to see dental hygienists, dental assistants, dentists and other office staff participating in the session. This indicates growing awareness with all office personnel that IPC is not just the responsibility of one or two individuals in a practice.

Overall, attendees commented positively on the content of the presentation and expressed appreciation for the information being presented by an expert who was not associated with any commercial endeavour. Gail Meara presented factual information in an engaging manner.

Feedback from attendees at the videoconference also indicated the overwhelming popularity of videoconferencing as a means to present continuing competence opportunities.

Videoconference Feedback


Thursday, April 28: ACC Pre-Event: Separate registration is required for these sessions. Sessions are tailored to specific audiences.

The morning session is limited to dental hygienist prescribers and “Elements of Prescribing Course” students, from the first through third intake, who will learn from guest presenters.

The afternoon session includes practice related sessions regarding some of the legislated requirements of a dental practice: e.g., how to implement an infection protection and control program in your office that meets the expected standards. An additional session will focus on the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation.

The Practice Makes Perfect evening session is aimed at the business minded registered dental hygienist who is interested in working in or setting up an independent dental hygiene practice.

Friday, April 29 Morning: Breakfast Mini Spots were first offered at the 2010 ACC Event. The purpose of the Breakfast Mini-Spots (informal topical interest group conversation) is for members to learn from and talk with insightful colleagues regarding a pre-selected topic of interest to the table host presenter and table guests. It is an opportunity to share knowledge, experience and expertise as well as for attendees to meet other people.

Breakfast Mini Spots include:

• OrofacialMyology…AddressingFunctional Patterns: Vera Horn, RDH

• AboutFace:AboutFaceVolunteer

• ReportinganAdverseReactionor Side Effect to MedEffect: Lisa Walzak

• ProvidingOralHealthCareServicesin a Continuing Care Facility: Trish Clayton

• DentalNeedsfortheInnerCity:Boyle McAuley Health Centre staff and Sabrina Heglund

• UofADegreeCompletionProgram:Dr. S. Compton

• TRaCProgram,AlbertaHealthServices: Susan Cormack

Friday, April 29 all day: Trends and Technology Tradeshow is a popular component of the ACC Event.

We appreciate the participation of not-for-profit and industry representatives.

• 3M• AboutFaceInc.• AlbertaHealthServices:TRaC• AlbertaMilk• AlbertaOccupationalHealthand

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• FirstEditionFirstAid/PhilipsAED• GlaxoSmithKline• Johnson&Johnson:Arestin• Hu-Friedy• MaximSoftwareSystems• Maxill• OralDentPharma• OralScience• ParadiseDentalTechnologies• PremierDental• ProgressiveEdgeDental• SunstarCanada• andpossiblyothersnotconfirmedat

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Friday April 29, late afternoon: CRDHA Council Reception

After a day of learning, join your colleagues and CRDHA President and Council for light refreshments and appetizers before heading off for home or for an evening with friends.

Saturday, April 30 early morning: CRDHA Annual General Meeting (AGM) Pre-registration requested for catering arrangements.

Major Sponsor:

CRDHA Annual Continuing Competence EventApril 29-30, 2011 • Pre-Event April 28 • Westin Hotel • Edmonton, Alberta

in addition to scientific sessions CRDHA offers additional opportunities for learning and networking at the Annual Continuing Competence (ACC) Event.


You’ve been asking

I had a client in the other day and I had some serious concerns about the client’s health history. I spoke to my employer dentist and said that I would like to follow up with a physician before providing dental hygiene services for the client that day. I was told, “I am the dentist and I am telling you to provide the care. I will take responsibility. Be very careful with the decision you make.” I did not provide the care. Please tell me what should I have done?

Dental hygiene has been a self regulating profession in Alberta since 1990. The Health Professions Act, the Dental Hygienists Profession Regulation, CRDHA Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics and various practice guidelines must guide your practice as a registered CRDHA member.

As a member of a self regulating profession you are responsible for your own practice. If you feel and think that providing care would violate your Standards of Practice and/or Code of Ethics or put your client at risk you should not treat the client. It is your responsibility to document the incident, inform the client why care was not provided that day and make suitable accommodation for care to be provided safely following a medical consultation. Your action was appropriate, given that you needed more information to safely and effectively provide dental hygiene care to your client.

I am interested in becoming a dental hygienist prescriber. When is the next course offering?

Registration flyers were sent out to all CRDHA General Members during the week of March 7, 2011, for the upcoming course intake.

This, the fourth, intake is scheduled to start the week of April 18, 2011.

Registrations will be accepted on a first come - first served basis and is limited to 40 participants.

You may also access the registration brochure through the CRDHA website www.crdha.ca

“During my 30 years as a practising hygienist I have always viewed continuing education as the most valuable tool offered to our profession... It is not the ability to write a prescription that I find most valuable but rather the skills the course taught me in critical thinking, research, problem solving, and the confidence in being able to find the right solution or solutions.”

Quote from “first intake” graduate


The Fund For Dentistry

General information

A major role of THE FunD FOR DEnTiSTRY is to stimulate and support research by the profession at large. All dental and related personnel involved in oral health services or education are eligible to apply for research funding. The intent is to support research in Alberta, whether in private practice, the universities or other appropriate centers. Research proposals may be basic or applied in nature and will be evaluated by the Allocations and Management Subcommittee of THE FunD FOR DEnTiSTRY.

For more information on applying for research funding in connection with THE FunD FOR DEnTiSTRY, contact Ms. Pat LaPointe, Department of Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2N8; phone 492-8041; or Email [email protected]

The deadline for application is October 15, 2011.

The Dental Hygiene Program, University of Alberta is accepting applications for part-time Dental Hygiene Clinical Instructors, responsible for pre-clinical or clinical instruction. There will be vacancies beginningSeptember 2011.

Applicants must be a registered dental hygienist, holding a current College of Registered Dental Hygienists of Alberta Practice Permit. Preference will be given to applicants with a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must have at least three years, and preferably more than five years of clinical practice experience. Local anesthetic certification is required.

To apply, please send a letter and resume by May 30th to:

Alexandra SheppardAssistant Director (Dental Hygiene Clinical Administration)

Dental Hygiene Program2032B Dentistry/Pharmacy Centre

University of AlbertaEdmonton, AB T6G 2N8Phone: (780) 492-4453

Fax: (780) 492-8552E-mail: [email protected]

Celebrate National Dental Hygienists Week™ April 10-16, 2011

Notice Board


continuing Competence

Assigning Program Credits Self Directed Study Courses

Refer to CRDHA Continuing Competence Program Rules (www.crdha.ca/Members/LegislationandStandardsofPractice.aspx) for details about allocation of credit for Unlimited (CH01) and Limited (CH02) Credit Activities.

Maximum Allowable Program Credits per CourseWhile there is no limit on the number of self-directed study courses an individual can take, CCP Rule 7, excerpted below, applies.

CCP Rule 7 Maximum Allowable Program Credits per Course indicates:

7.1 No one course may qualify for more than 25 program credits.

7.2 Only actual hours attended should be reported.

7.3 Typically, one program credit is awarded per hour of participation unless otherwise determined by the Competence Committee.

7.4 In the event that a learning activity continues into the evening hours, a maximum of 10 program credits per 24-hour period may be claimed.

Self Directed StudyCCP Rule 9.1.3 Self Directed Study indicates:

“Program credits are granted according to recommendations made by the course provider, the publisher, or the Competence Committee, with

consideration given to the amount of time necessary to cover the material and to take the examination. Assignment of program credits will not include the additional time the registrant takes to study or review the materials. The Competence Committee makes the final approval for the number of credits awarded for any online course.”

The Competence Committee has determined that the number of credits indicated by some providers for self-directed study courses is not consistent with the content of the courses.

Online courses from the following providers are eligible for only 50% of the credits indicated by the provider:

•crest oral B/Proctor and Gamble; also known as Dental Resources: www.dentalcare.com/en-CA/index.jspx http:/www.dentalcare. com/en-CA/index.jspx (as of November 26, 2009)

• I Need ce: www.ineedce.com (e.g. Hu-Friedy, PenWell) (as of November 26, 2009)

•hygiene Town: www.townie central.com/Hygienetown/OnlineCE.aspx (as of November 26, 2009)

Home-study, paper-based courses from the following provider are eligible for only 50% of the credits indicated (as of October 1, 2010).

•Institute for Natural Resources (INR)

Other Practice Related CategoryCCP Rule 9.2.2 Other Practice Related indicates:

Other learning activities or programs that relate to practice (e.g., marketing course, communications course, ergonomics in practice) may be eligible for hour-for-hour program credits to a maximum of 9 program credits in the relevant 3-year period. Program credit requests submitted under this category must be relevant to the General member’s practice of dental hygiene. Documentation that supports how this learning activity is relevant to the

General member’s practice must be submitted with the request form.

Documentation must include three specific, concrete examples of how learning will be used in the General member’s practice and how it applies to continuing competence.

Although CRDHA recognizes the value of extra-curricular activities and self-interest learning in maintaining life balance, such activities will not be considered for credit under the Continuing Competence Program.

Refer to the Front and Centre article about

directing your learning.


In-Person

CRDHA Annual Continuing Competence Event April 29-30, 2011 Pre-Event April 28 Westin Hotel, Edmonton, AB

Registration is still available! http://accevent.crdha.ca Contact: 780-465-1756

ADA&C Jasper Dental Congress May 26-29, 2011 www.abda.ab.ca

Canadian Dental Hygienists Association June 9-11, 2011 www.cdha.ca

uniVERSiTY OF ALBERTA SPOnSORED COuRSES

U of A Continuing Dental Education offers a variety of courses. For the most up to date information visit www.dent.ualberta.ca/ContinuingEducation.cfm

OTHER OPPORTuniTiES Visit www.crdha.ca events for a listing of learning opportunities sponsored by CRDHA and other providers such as other regulatory colleges, associations or study clubs.

Ms. Melanie Grams, U of A Admissions Officer, reports that for the 2011 Admissions Interviews, 24 registered dental hygienists and 26 3rd year students volunteered as interviewers and 23 2nd year dental hygiene students participated as runners. Melanie sent this note for inclusion in the newsletter.

On behalf of the Admissions Committee, I would like to thank the CRDHA for its support in recruiting volunteers for the Dental Hygiene Admission Interviews. The support this year was overwhelming. This year’s interviews will likely end 1 ½ hours earlier than in the past because we have so many volunteers. With so many people participating the workload is spread out and the day much less stressful.

We really appreciate all the support and assistance the CRDHA and volunteer dental hygienists have provided in helping us make the 2011 admission interviews a success.

Sincerely,

Ms. Melanie Grams, Admissions OfficerDentistry and Dental Hygiene Programs University of AlbertaEdmonton, AB T6G 2N8 Telephone: (780) 492-1319


continuing Competence

university of Alberta: Master of Education in Health Sciences Education Program (MEd in HSE)

The Master of Education in Health Sciences Education (MEd in HSE) program will extend the knowledge and skills of health sciences educators in the areas of educational pedagogy, educational research, and interprofessional leadership within the collaborative context of communities of practice of professional educators.

Post secondary institutions offering health science programs are expected to manage increasing student enrolments and improve the quality and delivery of education to these students. These institutions require increased numbers of faculty members who possess strong teaching skills and more sophisticated knowledge of pedagogy and educational research. The University of Alberta’s Master of Education in Health Sciences Education (MEd in HSE) program was developed to address the need and desire of health professionals and clinical faculty to enhance their teaching, leadership, and research skills.

For more information please contact:

Sharla King, PhD, Department of Educational Psychology

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (780) 492-2333

www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/edpsychology/HealthSciencesEducation.cfm

university of Alberta: Bachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene Specialization)

Obtain your degree in Dental Hygiene through distance education. Stay at home and continue working while finishing your degree!

Why choose to continue your education?• Broadensandextends

understanding of dental hygiene within overall health and well-being

• Enablesdentalhygieniststocontinually apply knowledge in diverse practice settings

• Facilitatesaccesstograduateeducation

• Enhancesroleofdentalhygienistsin the interdisciplinary healthcare team

• Providesopportunitytoexpandyour personal development

There are 3 streams (A, B, and C) for the Degree Completion Program. The program stream depends on what year and where you obtained your dental hygiene diploma. Primarily, the Degree Completion Program involves the completion of 10 courses. Prior to beginning any stream, dental hygienists must have completed an accredited dental hygiene diploma program and 30 units of course weight in post-secondary education including English, Psychology and Sociology. Please refer to section 114.4 of the university calendar available at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar/Undergrad/Medicine-and-Dentistry/Programs/114.4.html

For admissions information, contact Melanie Grams ([email protected]) (780) 492-6437

Thompson Rivers university: Bachelor of Health Science

This program is available to applicants residing in Canada or outside Canada. This degree program is designed to provide health care diploma graduates from recognized programs and institutions with the opportunity to obtain a bachelor’s degree. The Bachelor of Health Science degree programs offered through TRU-OL have been designed to:

• Provideacademicrecognitionforadvanced-level training in selected health disciplines and specialities

• Allowworkinghealthprofessionalsto broaden their education and enhance their skills, knowledge, career options and academic credentials without having to leave the workforce for an extended period.

• Makeadvancedstudiesavailableto professionals in selected health occupations at a convenient time and place.

For more information go to www.truopen.ca or 1-877-808.OPEN

Degree and Post-Diploma Degree Completion Education


CRDHA Self AssessmentThe CRDHA Self Assessment Package is found at www.crdha.ca >go to CRDHA Members >go to Member Login >go to Continuing Competence

Program >go to Self Assessment Tool. Click the green arrow to download the document. If you have questions about accessing or using the document call CRDHA office 1-877-465-1756 or email [email protected]

Calgary Health Region PublicationsThe inclusive language document, Inclusive Language Healthy Diverse Populations and Aboriginal Health Program, produced by the Calgary Health Region, can be found at: www.calgaryhealthregion.ca/programs/diversity/diversity_resources/research_publications/2007_inclusive_language.pdf

Other Calgary Health Region diversity publications and resources can be found at: www.calgaryhealthregion.ca/programs/diversity/resources.htm

American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA) PublicationsAccessAccess is an informative, four-color magazine that focuses on health and practice news, professional issues, and legislative developments. It provides late-breaking news on issues that are important to dental hygienists--managed care, multiple practice settings, infection control,

genetic engineering, women’s health, product news, new technology, and periodontal trends. Access also brings you regular departments in quick-read formats designed for busy schedules. While some articles relate specifically to dental hygiene practice in the USA, the majority of articles cross international boundaries to provoke thought and share information. To subscribe visit: http://www.adha.org/secureserver/access_copy.htm

Journal of Dental HygieneThe Journal of Dental Hygiene is the refereed, scientific publication of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. It promotes the publication of original research related to the profession, the education, and the practice of dental hygiene. The journal supports the development and dissemination of a dental hygiene body of knowledge through scientific inquiry in basic, applied, and clinical research.

Non-ADHA members/subscribers can browse article abstracts, and may purchase full text articles online for a fee. Non-members can also purchase one, two and three-year subscriptions to the Journal by calling 312/440-8900 or visit www.adha.org/secureserver/jdh.htm

About FaceAboutFace produces a variety of booklets, brochures, pamphlets, resource sheets for people with facial

differences and the community at large. These are created to address the needs of all AboutFace members – families, children, adults, health care professionals and educators.

AboutFace members are offered

a complimentary copy of the print resources and health care providers are encouraged to order a supply to support and educate their clients. To access the complete AboutFace publication and resource list, please view the resource list at http://aboutface.ca

MedEffect Canada

MedEffect Canada provides consumers, patients, and health professionals with easy access to:

• Reportanadversereactionorsideeffect;

• Obtainnewsafetyinformationondrugs and other health products; and

• Learnandbetterunderstandthe importance of reporting side effects.

Learn more by visiting wwwhealthcanada.gc.ca

Education Resource CentreThe Education Resource Centre The Education Resource Centre is a provincial health care library and information resource centre funded by Alberta Health & Wellness. The centre provides resources and services to all regions, organizations and agencies that provide supportive living, home living, and facility-based continuing care services in Alberta, Canada. ERC customers represent all health care disciplines and are committed to learning and teaching in support of quality care for seniors. To register go to www.educationresourcecentre.ca

Resources


Moving? change of Name and Address Notification

The Dental Hygienists Profession Regulation requires that members of the College of Registered Dental Hygienists of Alberta (CRDHA) ensure that their mailing address is always current. Incorrect or out of date addresses can lead to missed mailings which may include important notices and documents. S. 31(1) of the Dental Hygienists Profession Regulation requires that members must provide a home address, telephone number, email address and fax (if applicable) when there are any changes to the information or at the request of the Registrar. Your personal profile changes can be submitted in writing or updated on the CRDHA website www.crdha.ca. Name changes must be submitted in writing.

Registrants are welcome to copy or cut out this name/address change card and use it to submit a name change or address change. Please contact the College of Registered Dental Hygienists of Alberta if you require further information.

Telephone: Toll Free (Alberta) 1-877-465-1756 Fax: (780) 440-0544 or email: [email protected]

Name (in full) CRDHA ID Number

New Name (in full) Old Address

New Address Home Phone Email

Effective Date Signature

The informed Entrepreneur: A Primer for the Business of Dental Hygiene

CRDHA members have asked for a resource about planning for and operating an independent dental hygiene practice. Do you have questions such as:

•WhatdoIneedtoknowaboutthebusiness?•HowshouldIstructuremypractice?•HowdoIaddresssomeday-to-dayoperationalissues?•HowdoIfinancethisbusiness?•Whatotherresourcesareoutthere?

It is our pleasure to make this manual: The Informed Entrepreneur: A Primer for the Business of Dental Hygiene available for purchase for CRDHA members on a cost recovery basis.

Please send me ___________ copy(s) of the manual which is priced at $40.00 (forty dollars) per copy.

My cheque or money order in the amount of $____________ is enclosed. (please print)

CRDHA ID #

Name

Mailing Address

Phone (H): Phone (W):

Email:

Employment Handbook for Dental Hygienists

Have you wondered about overtime pay, general or statutory holidays, vacation entitlements, or pre-employment interview representations? The Employment Handbook for Dental Hygienists will walk you through employment issues, contract and self-employment facts, and legal workplace requirements. The Handbook is available at the cost recovery price of $20.00.

To receive a copy of the Employment Handbook for Dental Hygienists mail a cheque or money order for $20.00 and the completed form below to the CRDHA office.

CRDHA #206, 8657-51 AvenueEdmonton AB T6E 6A8

Please send me ___________ copy(s) of the manual which is priced at $20.00 (twenty dollars) per copy.

My cheque or money order in the amount of $____________ is enclosed. (please print)

CRDHA ID #

Name

Mailing Address

Phone (H): Phone (W):

Email:

CRDHA is pleased to provide two resources for purchase: The Informed Entrepreneur: A Primer for the Business of Dental Hygiene and The Employment Handbook for Dental Hygienists.


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