Updated Rules for Dental Water Quality in Georgia
Starting January 1, 2025, dental practices across Georgia will be required adhere to the new Georgia State Board of Dentistry Rule 150-8-.05 regarding dental unit water quality.
This rule is designed to ensure patient safety by setting standards for the water used in nonsurgical procedures. Here, we’ll break down what this rule means for your practice and how Agenics Labs can help you stay compliant.
Understanding Rule 150-8-.05
The new rule mandates that dental practices:
Maintain Water Quality Standards:
Water used in nonsurgical procedures must meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for drinking water, which is 500 or fewer colony-forming units (CFUs) per milliliter.
Routine Water Testing:
All dental unit water lines must be tested every quarter.
Water lines can be tested individually or pooled into a single sample (up to 10 lines per pooled sample), provided pooling details are documented.
Test After Repairs or Changes:
Any changes to plumbing or repairs to the water system must be followed by testing within 30 days.
Respond to Failures:
If CFU levels exceed 500, immediate remedial action is required to bring water quality back into compliance.
Maintain Records for Five Years:
Practices must log testing dates, personnel conducting tests, and reports from independent testing entities.
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The Most Extensive Offering of Test Options
Agenics Labs is your trusted partner for dental unit water testing. We offer three easy-to-use, mail-in testing solutions to help your practice meet the new requirements.
RapidCheck™
Precision and speed redefined with advanced flow cytometry testing.
SimCheck™
Our fastest EPA validated method.
StandardCheck™
The industry’s ‘gold standard’ R2A test.
How Agenics Labs Simplifies Compliance
Thorough Documentation
We deliver clear, data-rich reports to help you identify and address any water quality issues promptly. All results are provided in a validated report accessible 24/7 via our online portal.
Trusted Expertise
Agenics Labs is a leading provider of dental unit water testing solutions nationwide. With over a decade of experience processing dental waterline samples, our support team will work with you and your results, ensuring effective waterline protocols are in place to help keep your practice in compliance and operating smoothly.
Resources and Support
Staying compliant doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Agenics Labs helps provide the structure and expertise to make water quality testing easy and effective.
Protect Your Patients and Your Practice
Compliance with Rule 150-8-.05 isn’t just about meeting regulations; it’s about safeguarding your patients and maintaining your reputation. Agenics Labs is here to support you every step of the way with reliable testing solutions and exceptional service.
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Let’s work together to ensure your practice stays safe, compliant, and thriving!
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