This sharps awareness course is ideal for those who work with sharp objects such as syringes and needles, taking you through key safety procedures, including infection and injury prevention measures. It is ideal for those who work in the healthcare industry, such as doctors and phlebotomists.

Any professional who works with sharp objects must have an awareness of the safety procedures involved in their handling and disposal. This course will show you the risks of poor handling and how to mitigate them, demonstrating how to work in compliance with COSSH regulations.

Through instructor-led guidance, you will also explore how you can get infected from needles and how to break the chain of infection to reduce the risk of sharps-related illnesses and diseases, ensuring that the correct safety measures are implemented in the workplace.

• Accredited, quality CPD training
• Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
• Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
• Course material developed by qualified professionals

• Self-paced learning accessible via laptop, tablet and smartphone
• 24/7 Learning assistance and tutor support
• Discounts on bulk purchases

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Who should take the course

This course is for anyone who works with sharp objects, such as:

• Doctors, Nurses & other hospital staff
• Customs Workers
• Those who conduct police searches
• Adult Social care Workers
• Construction Workers

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the dangers of sharp objects such as needles
• Understand the health risks, safe handling measures and disposal of sharp objects
• Identify the different injuries that can occur from the mishandling of needles
• Understand how to chain of infection works and the chances of infection
• Ensure that sharp objects such as needles are handling with care & professionalism
• Discuss the correct procedure for handling sharp equipment in detail

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Course Curriculum

The detailed curriculum outline of our Sharps Training Course is as follows:

Module 01: Introduction to Sharps

• Introduction to Sharps

Module 02: Regulations Concerning Sharps

• Regulations Concerning Sharps

Module 03: Safe Handling Procedures

• Safe Handling Procedures

Module 04: Reducing the Associated Risks

• Reducing the Associated Risks

Module 05: Duties and Responsibilities of Personnel

• Duties and Responsibilities of Personnel

Module 06: Safe Disposal of Sharps

• Safe Disposal of Sharps