Dental Operatory Regulations: Mercury Removal

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What is mandatory in each room where mercury fillings are removed?

  • An appropriate filtration system designed to remove mercury (correct)
  • A separate operatory for amalgam removal
  • A log to keep track of maintenance and filter changes
  • A window that can be opened to reduce mercury concentration

How often should filters be changed?

  • Based on each manufacturer's recommendations (correct)
  • Monthly, to ensure compliance
  • Daily, regardless of usage
  • Weekly, to maintain optimal performance

What is the purpose of an amalgam separator?

  • To collect mercury amalgam waste (correct)
  • To remove mercury from the air
  • To filter out oral aerosols
  • To reduce ventilation in the operatory

What should be kept with the amalgam separator?

<p>A log of maintenance and filter changes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for the operatory where amalgam removal takes place?

<p>Isolating and containing the room from the rest of the office (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be kept where it is easily seen?

<p>The card with filter change dates and initials (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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