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Online Course
Sharps Awareness
55 minutes
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This Sharps Awareness course instructs individuals handling needles and sharps on the safe usage and proper disposal methods to minimize the risk of injury. Our course dispels the misconception that sharps injuries only concern medical and care staff. It addresses statistics on discarded needles, defines "sharps," and explores various types found in sharps litter.
The course delves into primary and secondary risks, employer responsibilities through risk assessment, and provides in-depth information on Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV, and Tetanus.
Covering the Chain of Infection, the course emphasizes breaking the transmission chain. It assesses the probability of infection from needlestick injuries and factors affecting it. Proper handling of discarded sharps is highlighted, detailing necessary equipment and safe techniques, including correct sharps handling procedures, disposal methods, minimizing cross-contamination, and appropriate handwashing.
Finally the course defines best practices for the secure utilization and disposal of sharps equipment, emphasizing relevant legislation. This ensures that both employers and employees comprehend their legal obligations concerning the safe handling of sharps.
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Relevant Content & Fast Completion
1. The Basics of Sharp Safety.
2. Needlestick Injuries.
3. The Chain of Infection.
4. Chances of Infection.
5. Equipment.
6. Safe Handling Procedures.
Languages
This course is available in the following languages:
English
Sharps Awareness Certificate
Course Certificate
Each section addresses sharps handling and disposal risks, followed by short tests. A certificate is provided when all modules have been completed.
This certificate is available to download instantly and is recorded within the training management system for tracking and compliance.
This Sharps Awareness course is passed by answering questions throughout each module.
A pass rate of 70% is required to earn your certificate.
Format: Fully Online
Assessment: Multiple Choice
Pass Mark: 70%
Course Assessment
CPD Points
+2
Participants will be awarded 2 CPD points upon finishing this course.
By earning CPD points learners can improve their credibility and record the time they have invested in to their professional development.
Compliance
The course has been created in line with the UK Government guidelines on workplace health and safety, as outlined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
For full details, visit gov.uk.
Sharps awareness training is crucial for healthcare and social care providers to comply with regulations such as the Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations 2013 in the UK.
These regulations aim to protect workers from the risks associated with sharps injuries, including exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
Sharps awareness training ensures organizations that staff understand the risks posed by sharps, know how to handle them safely, and are aware of the procedures for reporting and managing sharps-related incidents.
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Sharps Awareness FAQ
What are sharps in the workplace?
Sharps are items like needles, syringes, scalpel blades, and broken glass that can cut or puncture the skin. They are often used in healthcare, beauty, cleaning, and waste management settings.
Why is sharps awareness training important?
Sharps awareness training teaches staff how to handle and dispose of sharps safely, helping to prevent injuries and reduce the risk of infections such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV.
Does the course cover what to do after a needlestick injury?
Yes. The training explains the immediate steps to take following a sharps injury, including wound cleaning, reporting procedures, and seeking medical advice.
Is this training relevant for non-healthcare staff?
Absolutely. Sharps awareness is important for cleaners, maintenance workers, refuse collectors, tattooists, and anyone who might encounter sharps during their work.
Does sharps awareness training support legal compliance?
Yes. It helps employers and staff meet their duties under the Health and Safety (Sharp Instruments in Healthcare) Regulations 2013 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. More guidance: https://www.hse.gov.uk/biosafety/blood-borne-viruses/sharps-injuries.htm
Does the course explain how to dispose of sharps correctly?
Yes. It covers the use of approved sharps bins, safe disposal techniques, and preventing overfilling or improper handling
Can sharps awareness training help prevent workplace injuries?
Yes. By promoting good practice and hazard awareness, this training helps reduce the risk of injury to workers and others.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. A certificate is provided upon completion, suitable for CPD records, audits, or compliance files.