Sharps Training

When talking about medical waste, sharps refers to objects with sharp edges or points, such as a needle, syringe, lancet. We would also consider scalpel blades as sharps clinical waste.

Improper handling or disposal can cause cuts, punctures, and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other infectious materials. Understanding infection control and safe handling procedures is essential to minimise the risk of injury.

Hepatitis B, C, and HIV are three major diseases associated with a sharps injury. These diseases are among the most common bloodborne viruses transmitted through contaminated sharps, such as needles and blades. The risk of transmission increases with the presence of blood or bodily fluids on the sharps used.

While healthcare professionals must know how to handle and dispose of sharps safely, these items are often found in public places due to drug use. To protect the public, especially children, more people need training in safe sharps disposal.

We offer courses for sharps training in our centres across Wales. We can also provide the training at your place of work if 6 or more of your employees need training.