Sharps and Needlestick Awareness

Picking up needles could lead to life changing circumstances

PGL’s Needlestick & Sharps course aims to raise awareness of associated hazards when working with, or near Sharps and Needles and how individuals or organisations can adopt safe working practices to minimise risk of injury with a greater understanding of controls.


WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Anyone at risk of exposure, which may include Construction Workers, Councils Staff, Housing and clearance, Cleaners, Healthcare, or any person who wishes to advance their working knowledge of Needlestick and Sharps.


WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

  • Hazard awareness
  • Types and categories
  • Where they may be found
  • Risks to employees
  • Diseases and health
  • Equipment Use
  • Best practice for removal
  • Basic first aid measures

COURSE DETAILS

DURATION: 1/2 Day

DELIVERY METHODS: Open Course | Online | On Site

ASSESSMENTS: 3 year certificate accredited by PGL

CERTIFICATION: 3 year certificate accredited by PGL

OTHER INFO:Learners are able to recognise dangers associated with Needles and Sharps and take appropriate action to protect themselves and others from contaminate or injury.


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Call: 0121 240 0375

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Price (GBP) £95.00 Excl. VAT
  • Course name
    Sharps and Needlestick Awareness
  • Location
    Sutton Coldfield
    Gate Lane 21
    B73 5TR, Boldmere
    Sutton Coldfield
    United Kingdom
  • Info
    PGL’s Needlestick & Sharps course aims to raise awareness of associated hazards when working with, or near Sharps and Needles and how individuals or organisations can adopt safe working practices to minimise risk of injury with a greater understanding of controls.
  • Contact
    Call us at 0121 240 0375
    Email: info@pglmidlands.com

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Description

Sharps Awareness

In this course you’ll learn about the prevalence and different types of ‘sharps litter’ that can be found in the UK.

It then covers the primary and secondary risks from sharps including some of the common blood borne viruses. It also covers the responsibilities of employers, the equipment needed and the effectiveness of PPE.

Finally, it’ll cover how to report discarded sharps and the correct procedures to follow if you’re unlucky enough to receive a sharps injury.

 

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