Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste Training

11124NAT – Course in Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste

The Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste Training course (11124NAT) provides the knowledge and practical skills required to safely identify, handle and dispose of sharps, infectious waste and cytotoxic waste in accordance with workplace procedures and legislative requirements. Furthermore, this nationally recognised course is suitable for workers who may encounter hazardous waste in healthcare, construction, cleaning, maintenance, transport and many other industries.

Throughout this Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste Training course, participants learn how to minimise exposure risks, use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), safely dispose of hazardous materials and complete workplace documentation. As a result, participants develop the confidence to protect themselves, their colleagues and the public.

Who Should Complete This Course?

This course is suitable for anyone who may come into contact with sharps, infectious waste or cytotoxic waste during their work.

For example, this includes workers in:

• Healthcare and hospitals
• Aged care facilities
• Disability support services
• Community and home care
• Cleaning and sanitation
• Construction and demolition
• Grounds maintenance
• Public transport
• Emergency response services
• Local government

What You Will Learn

During this course you will learn how to:

• Identify sharps, infectious waste and cytotoxic waste
• Recognise workplace hazards
• Apply infection prevention and control procedures
• Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Safely collect and dispose of exposed sharps
• Safely manage hidden sharps
• Dispose of infectious waste correctly
• Complete workplace risk assessments
• Report incidents and hazards correctly
• Follow relevant legislation and workplace procedures

Therefore, participants gain practical skills that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

Units Delivered

Training and assessment are delivered on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.

Successful participants will receive nationally recognised certification for:

• 11124NAT – Course in Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste
• NAT11124001 – Remove Sharps and Infectious Waste Safely

Course Delivery

This course can be completed at an Emcare WA training facility or delivered onsite for workplaces and group bookings. Alternatively, eligible participants may complete online learning before attending the practical assessment.

Course Duration

Course duration may vary depending on the delivery method.

• Refresher: Minimum 150 minutes
• Face-to-face: Minimum 240 minutes
• Online with face-to-face: 60-minute practical assessment session

Entry Requirements

Participants must demonstrate the following before commencing training:

• Physical capability to complete practical assessment activities
• Language, literacy and numeracy skills to interpret workplace procedures
• Oral and written communication skills to complete workplace documentation

In addition, participants completing online learning must have access to a computer, tablet or smartphone with internet access.

Assessment Requirements

This course includes practical demonstrations, documentation and theory assessment.

Practical Assessment

• Safely dispose of a single exposed sharp
• Safely manage multiple exposed and hidden sharps
• Safely dispose of infectious waste

Documentation

• Complete a workplace Risk Assessment

Theory Assessment

Participants must complete a written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions.

Certificate Renewal

This nationally recognised certificate does not currently require renewal.

Learner Rights, Responsibilities and Support

Before commencing training, please review the Student Handbook for information regarding learner rights, responsibilities, complaints, appeals and available support services.

Related Workplace Safety Courses

• Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
• CPR Course (HLTAID009)
• Manual Handling Training (HLTWHS005)
• Assist Clients with Medication (HLTHPS006)

Refund, Deferral and Cancellation Policy

For information regarding refunds, non-attendance, deferrals and cancellations, please refer to our Deferral and Cancellation Policy.

Training and assessment are delivered on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.