About the Course
Sharps Awareness Training
This Sharps Awareness training course provides nurses, HCAs, and other healthcare staff with essential knowledge and practical guidance on the safe handling, use, and disposal of sharps in clinical and care environments. The session explores the risks associated with sharps injuries, the importance of robust infection‑prevention practices, and the correct procedures for reporting and responding to incidents.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of current legislation, blood‑borne virus risks, and safe waste‑management processes. The course supports staff to work confidently and safely, reducing the likelihood of injury and ensuring a safer environment for both colleagues and the individuals they care for.
Course Content
The syllabus includes:
Current legislation Understanding legal responsibilities and regulatory requirements
Blood‑borne viruses Awareness of transmission risks and prevention strategies
Reporting injuries and dangerous occurrences Procedures for incident reporting and documentation
Responding to sharps injuries Immediate actions, treatment pathways, and follow‑up processes
Sharps disposal and waste management Safe handling, segregation, and disposal of sharps and clinical waste
Course Details
Suitable for: Nurses and HCAs
Delivery method: Face‑to‑face / Virtual training
Course length: ½ day
Maximum attendees: 15 delegates