Course Content
Introduction to sharps – what are they and what kind of injuries do they cause?
The dangers of sharps injuries, when they occur and who is most at risk
Needlestick injuries: the facts
The risk of being exposed to biological agents
Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations 2013
Understanding the legal guidelines
The responsibilities of employers and employees
What is meant by the term ‘reasonably practicable’?
Carrying out risk assessments
How to keep workers safe from harm
Best practice for sharps use
Understanding medical device markings
Guidelines for hand hygiene and PPE
Key do’s and don’ts of using sharps
Reporting an injury
Disposing of sharps safely
Waste stream segregation systems
Equipment & Other Requirements
Learning Objectives
By the end, you’ll be familiar with:
What a sharp is, and how most sharps injuries occur
When injuries are most likely to happen
The risks associated with using sharps and needles carelessly
Who is most at risk of a sharps injury
When sharps are used in the workplace
Best practice for handling and disposing of sharps safely
Legal responsibilities of the employer and employee regarding safe use of sharps
What to do in the event of a sharps-related injury
Course Aim
f you work with needles and sharps as part of your role, this training course is for you. The details in this course are aimed at those working in healthcare, outlining legal responsibilities, regulations and compliance. However, most of the information is transferrable to other industries.
Course Overview
Thousands of sharps and needles are used in the workplace every single day in the UK. Not just in hospitals, but in tattoo studios, veterinary practices, care homes, surgeries and prisons. Over 300,000 injuries from sharps and needles occur every year, just in medical practices. Learn how to use them safely and dispose of them responsibly to avoid injury.
Healthcare professionals have needles and sharps training course in accordance with the Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations to bring you up-to-date information on the risks, responsibilities and best practice.
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