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TITLE 22 EXAMINING BOARDS
PART 5STATE BOARD OF DENTAL EXAMINERS
CHAPTER 108PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
SUBCHAPTER BSANITATION AND INFECTION CONTROL
RULE §108.20Purpose
ISSUE 02/16/2001
ACTION Final/Adopted
Preamble Texas Admin Code Rule
The purpose of rules contained in this subchapter is to establish proper sterilization, disinfection, and other infection control procedures in the practice of dentistry. Failure of a dental health care worker to practice and maintain these procedures constitutes a significant danger to public health and safety. Any violation of these rules regarding infection control in this subchapter and other applicable statutes, rules, or regulations that may be incorporated by reference herein or that may apply otherwise through federal or state mandate or regulation shall be considered a failure to safeguard the public interest and thus shall constitute, at a minimum, negligence in the performance of dental services and failure to use proper diligence in the conduct of a dental practice, pursuant to Section 263.002, Dental Practice Act.

This agency hereby certifies that the adoption has been reviewed by legal counsel and found to be a valid exercise of the agency's legal authority.

Filed with the Office of the Secretary of State on January 31, 2001

TRD-200100573

Jeffry R. Hill

Executive Director

State Board of Dental Examiners

Effective date: February 20, 2001

Proposal publication date: September 22, 2000

For further information, please call: (512) 463-6400

 

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