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

We do not currently run this in a public course setting it is only available for group booking please contact us

This course is designed for people who may come into contact with sharps and cytotoxic and/ or infectious waste as part of their role. This includes but is not limited to medical and homecare, construction, demolition, cleaning, grounds maintenance, public transport, accident scenes, and many other job roles and industries.

You will learn how to safely handle and dispose of sharp objects, infectious and cytotoxic waste as well as the knowledge to understand the health risks of mishandling sharps, cytotoxic and infectious waste.

Units Being Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

• 11124NAT - Course in Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste

• NAT11124001 - Remove sharps and infectious waste safely

• Course Delivery

  This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

• Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills

• Language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and interpret policy, procedural and legislative documents

• Oral and written communication skills to clarify/follow instructions and complete report documentation

Online study options: Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and practical assessment.

Course Duration

Refresher min. duration 150 minutes

Blended min. durationN/A

Face-to-face min. duration 240 minutes

Online with face-to-face min. duration 60 minutes