Needlestick and Sharps Injuries Online Training Course
Most needlestick and sharps injuries are preventable. Everyone has a role to play in the prevention of injuries. Employers are legally required to take steps to prevent staff being exposed to the transmission of diseases and care workers need to understand the implications and common conditions that may be associated with needlestick injuries.
A RCN report states that pressures of the COVID-19 pandemic and lack of training have led to an increase in needlestick injuries. This course is for people who work in an environment where they are likely to come into contact with needles or sharps and we explore potential risks and how to work more safely.
Who should take this Needlestick and Sharps Injuries online training course?
This course has been designed specifically for people who want to know more about Needlestick and Sharps Injuries. Whilst it provides focus for people working in social care, it will also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about these topics.
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Needlestick and Sharps Injuries Online Training Course Content
- What are needlesticks and sharps?
- Needlestick and sharps injuries and causes
- Legislation and regulations
- What are the risks and to whom?
- Handling needles and sharps
- Reducing the risk of injury
- Disposing of sharps safely
- Dealing with Injuries
Training Course duration
On average this online course should take around 45 minutes. Find out more here.
Aims of the Needlestick and Sharps Injuries training course
By the end of the training you will:
- Understand the scope and implications of sharps injuries
- Be aware of the legal requirements for employers and employees relating to sharps injuries
- Be able to identify the risks associated with sharps injuries
- Understand best practice for prevention of sharps injury
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I found some of the questions very interesting, covered topics that have never been discussed before in training. They made me think and question myself, excellent course.
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