Abstract
Join Dr. Al Frost and Marc M. Sussman in this comprehensive and timely lecture focused on the DFFE Mercury Regulations and the role of the dental community in ensuring environmental compliance. This essential session is designed to equip South African dental professionals with the knowledge they need to adhere to new regulatory standards set forth by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) regarding mercury waste management.
Throughout the session, we will explore the broader impact of mercury on human health, why these environmental policies have been developed, and the specific regulations for managing mercury in South Africa. The lecture will also address dentistry’s critical role in environmental public health and the responsibility practices have in minimizing mercury discharge into the environment.
Additionally, Dr. Frost and Marc will provide practical guidance on how dental practices can effectively develop and implement compliance policies and procedures to meet the DFFE regulations, ensuring sustainability while protecting the environment. This discussion will help dental professionals navigate the complex requirements, making compliance easier and more accessible.
This lecture is a must-attend for all dental practitioners aiming to stay ahead of regulatory changes and maintain compliance, while also contributing positively to environmental preservation.
Learning Objectives
- The Impact of Environment on Human Health
- Environmental Policy and the rationale for regulatory development
- Regulations for the Management of Mercury in South Africa and How They Impact the Dental Practice
- Denistry's Role in Environmental Public Health
- How to Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures for the practice
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