Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles Course

Description

Course details

Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles Online Training Overview

This course will give an overview of regulations for the safe handling of sharps and needles in care settings.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

Course Update:
This course was last updated on 9th September 2023

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What You will learn

Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles Course Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:

 

• Describe current Sharps Regulations
• Understand how to manage risks from the use of sharps
• Describe the steps to take in the event of a sharps injury.

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 1

• Course Introduction – Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles
• Handling Sharps
• Legislation
• Use Safer Sharps
• Caution Using Safer Sharps
• Recapping of Needles
• Safe Disposal Regulations
• Information and Training
• Employee Training
• Sharps Injury Event
• Recording a Sharps Injury
• Investigating a Sharps Injury
• Treatment of a Sharps Injury
• Reviewing Sharps Procedures
• Review Information Gathering

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles training for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes:

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

It is suitable for the following:

• Health Care workers
• Nurses, Doctors, Ambulance services, clinical and non-clinical workers
• Social Care Workers including Councils, Carers and Care assistants
• Youth workers including activity leaders, passenger transport and volunteers

Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles FAQ

Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course CPD accredited?

Yes, the Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course to improve my grade?

Yes, the Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this Safe Handling of Sharps and Needles course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.