QTP4Y0X1-1 — Basic Skills and Infection Control

QTP4Y0X1-1 governs basic dental assistant skills, infection control, instrument sterilization, materials, flammables, and sharps disposal.

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  • Publication number: QTP4Y0X1-1
  • Title: Basic Skills and Infection Control
  • Date: 2018-11-15

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QTP4Y0X1-1 contains modules on dental equipment user maintenance, infection control practices, instrument sterilization, and inventory stock levels. It requires QTP use during upgrade training and states that performance checklists cannot be altered.

Applies to: Trainees, trainers, supervisors, and task certifiers must use all QTPs to conduct upgrade training.

Topics covered

  • Dental equipment user maintenance
  • Infection control practices
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Inventory stock levels
  • Storing flammables
  • Disposal of sharps

Questions and answers

What must trainees use during upgrade training?

Trainees, trainers, supervisors, and task certifiers must use all QTPs to conduct upgrade training. (paragraph 1)

When are QTPs required during upgrade training?

Once you begin upgrade training, you are required to use the QTPs. (paragraph 2)

What is the performance checklist requirement for local changes?

Your local steps in performance may vary from the method listed in the QTP module. (paragraph 3)

Can the performance checklist be changed?

The “performance checklist” is considered a standard and cannot be altered. (paragraph 3)

What must personnel use when completing a dental equipment task?

Personnel must use manufacturer’s Instructions for Use (IFU) when completing this task. (paragraph 3)

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