Episode 816 · October 29, 2026
The OSHA Inspection That Shut Down an Ortho Practice
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Dr. Karson Carpenter
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Karson L. Carpenter is a practicing dentist who serves as President of Compliance Training Partners. He is an OSHA approved trainer who has for over 25 years designed educational programs to bring dental, medical and veterinary facilities into compliance with the governmental regulations that affect them in the areas of OSHA, HIPAA and infection control. His experience includes guiding numerous clients across the United States through OSHA and HIPAA inspections as well as the critical post-inspection process.
Episode Summary
Today’s episode is a cautionary tale every dental specialty practice needs to hear. We unpack a real OSHA and Public Health Department inspection in an orthodontic office—triggered by an employee complaint and the mistaken belief that “ortho practices don’t have hazards”—which led to citations, fines, a two-week office closure, and intense oversight. Joining us is Dr. Karson Carpenter, a returning guest, general dentist, and President and CEO of Compliance Training Partners, widely regarded as one of the dental industry’s top educators and most trusted advisors on infection control, HIPAA, OSHA, and navigating inspections by OSHA, health departments, and the attorney general’s office. For more information or to reach Dr. Carpenter, visit compliancetrainingpartners.com
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