There is a common misconception that sharps injuries are only of concern to medical and care staff. However, it is not uncommon for people in other industries such as waste disposal to come into contact with used sharps.

In this online Sharps Awareness E-Learning course, we’ll start by looking at some statistics relating to discarded needles, then define ‘sharps’ and look at the different types that can be found in ‘sharps litter’, ranging from needles, syringes and scalpel blades to broken glass, knives, scissors and nails.

The Sharps Awareness online course then covers the primary and secondary risks from sharps. The Sharps Awareness E-Learning course will look at the responsibilities of employers and how they must use risk assessment to ensure workers safety as much as possible.

Then, the Sharps Awareness  course will take a detailed look at Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, HIV and Tetanus

There’ll be a section on the Chain of Infection, helping you to understand how an infection gets passed on and what steps can be taken to break the chain and stop the process.

The online Sharps Awareness course will look at the probability of picking up an infection from a needlestick injury and the factors that can affect this.

It’s important to always handle discarded sharps safely so the course will take you through the equipment you need, including litter pickers, forceps, disinfectant sprays and gloves, along with the correct techniques you should employ to avoid injury. This subject will be further expanded on by detailing the correct sharps handling procedures, including how to dispose of discarded sharps safely, how to remove disposable gloves to minimise cross-contamination, and correct hand washing procedures.

Finally, the Sharps Awareness online course cover how to report discarded sharps and the correct procedures to follow if you’re unlucky enough to receive a sharps injury.

At the point of purchase, logins may take approximately 15 minutes to arrive in your inbox.

SHARPS AWARENESS INTERACTIVE LEARNING
Course Content:

• Sharp Safety, the Basics
• Needlestick Injuries
• The Chain of Infection
• Chances of Infection
• Equipment
• Safe Handling Procedures

Q: What is Interactive Learning?
A: Interactive Learning is learning that encourages independent study through the use of computer technology and electronic media.

Q: Do I get a certificate for completing this course?
A: Yes, you receive a certificate upon completing this course.

Q: How long is my certificate valid?
A: Your certificate is valid for 3 years.

Q: What do I do if I fail a module? Can I complete the course?
A: Yes, however, you only have 3 resits per module

Q: Can I purchase a course for myself or for my company?
A: At the checkout, it gives the option to create a single user or business account. Further information for the single user can be found here - PERSES Ltd - Interactive Learning User Guide, for a business account information can be found here - PERSES Ltd - Interactive Learning Business Account User Guide.

Q: Can I purchase multiple courses for staff?
A: Yes, as a business account there is an option at the checkout to purchase multiple of the same course, or please get in touch to discuss your needs. The best contact for this is hello@perses.org.uk.

Q: I've encountered a problem with the course, what should I do?
A: Contact hello@perses.org.uk and we will assist you.

Q: How long do I need to wait until I receive my logins?
A: The login details are sent automatically and should be arriving at the email address you signed up with in approximately 15 minutes.