Comprehensive Oral Surgery Safety Protocol Guidelines

1. Pre-Operative Safety Measures

Patient Screening

• Complete medical history review
• ASA classification assessment
• Current medication documentation
• Vital signs monitoring
• COVID-19 screening per current guidelines

Facility Preparation

• Operating room sterilization verification
• Equipment functionality checks
• Emergency kit inspection
• Proper PPE availability confirmation

2. Intraoperative Safety Protocols

Infection Control

• Surgical hand scrubbing protocol
• Sterile field maintenance
• Proper instrument handling
• Sharps safety procedures

Patient Monitoring

• Continuous vital sign tracking
• Sedation level assessment (if applicable)
• Oxygen saturation monitoring
• Emergency response readiness

3. Staff Safety Measures

Personal Protection

• N95/surgical masks
• Eye protection
• Surgical gowns
• Double gloving when indicated

Radiation Safety

• Lead aprons for radiographic procedures
• Proper positioning during imaging
• Exposure monitoring badges

4. Documentation Requirements

Pre-Procedure

• Informed consent
• Surgical site verification
• Time-out documentation
• Pre-op checklist completion

Post-Procedure

• Operative notes
• Post-op instructions
• Follow-up scheduling
• Incident reporting (if applicable)

5. Emergency Protocols

Emergency Equipment Location

• Crash cart
• AED
• Emergency medications
• Oxygen supply

Emergency Response Procedures

• Team roles assignment
• Emergency contact numbers
• Evacuation routes
• Regular drill schedule

6. Quality Assurance

Regular Audits

• Monthly safety checklist review
• Equipment maintenance logs
• Infection control compliance
• Staff training records

Incident Review

• Monthly safety meetings
• Protocol updates as needed
• Staff feedback integration
• Continuous improvement planning