MEWPS Instructor Course
Needles and Sharps Safety Training

The Needles and Sharps Safety Training Course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to handle needles, sharps, and other potentially hazardous medical instruments or materials safely. 

This course is suitable for individuals from various backgrounds, including but not limited to, healthcare professionals, lab technicians and researchers, first responders and any personnel who handle needles and sharps in their work environment.

Duration

 

1/2 Day Course: 2.5 – 3 hours

Online Version: 1 hour+

Location

 

This course can be delivered in our training centre in Dunboyne, Co. Meath, by webinar, or at customer nominated locations nationwide.

There is also a separate online version for self-paced learning which is available 24/7.

 

Max Number

 

12 People per group for classroom or webinar training.

No limit on online self paced learners.

Candidate Requirements

 

Learners must have a good standard of English to attend this course. Please inform us in advance if any participants may have language barriers or other learning support needs, so we can consider alternative arrangements.

Accreditation

 

On successful completion of this course, learners will be awarded a NST Certificate in Needles & Sharps Training. This will be valid for 3 years.

Price

 

Please enquire for pricing.

(01) 825 1302 / info@nstn.ie

or fill in the enquiry form below.

 

COURSE CONTENT

The course content includes, but is not restricted to, the following:

1. Introduction to Needles and Sharps Safety
2. Types of Needles and Sharps
3. Risks and Consequences
4. Safe Handling Techniques
5. Infection Control Measures
6. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
7. Emergency Response
8. Regulations and Guidelines
9. Practical Demonstrations
10. Case Studies and Group Discussion
11. Assessment and Certification

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