Sweeping the Nation: Surgical Smoke Legislation

Monday, March 24, 2025
11:00 AM PST / 1:00 PM CST / 2:00 PM EST

Surgical smoke is a well-documented hazard, yet no national regulations mandating smoke safety in operating rooms exist. Despite warnings from OSHA and NIOSH since 1988, the lack of federal standards underscores the need for increased awareness and state-level legislation to protect both surgical teams and patients. Nurses play a key role in advocating for change and can drive progress by championing smoke evacuation policies in their facilities. This webinar will examine the latest advancements in surgical smoke legislation, emphasize the vital role of nurses in advocating for policy change, and outline practical steps for preparing and implementing state-level smoke evacuation laws.