Safe Management of Sharps and Infectious Waste Training

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment, which is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This training is nationally recognised:

• BSBWHS332X Apply infection prevention and control procedures to own work activities

Intrinsic Safety Pty Ltd (RTO45803) is responsible under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 for the quality of the training and assessment being delivered in this course and for the issuance of all AQF certificates.

Course Fees

• Individuals: Available in Distance (Online) mode for $330 (GST exempt) with flexible payment terms available. Includes provision of sharps and biohazard kits.
• Group Bookings: Contact us to discuss a customised quote.

Refunds & Fee Protection

• Know the Details: For our refund policy and fee protection guidelines, have a look at our comprehensive Pre-Enrolment Participant Handbook.

Payment Information

• Individuals: Ready to dive in? Payment is required upfront to secure your spot.
• Group Bookings: Tailored to suit you. We’ll arrange payment terms that work for both us and your team.

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace, online, or at a facility organised by Intrinsic Safety Pty Ltd (RTO 45803).

Course Duration & Modes

• Face to Face Training: 8-hour intensive, hands-on session.
• Enhanced Online Mode: Flexible self-paced online learning with a 2-hour in-person assessment.
• Blended/Refresher Training: Mix of online pre-learning and 5-hour practical session, ideal for skill updates.
• Distance Mode: Online self-paced learning and assessment. 12 months to complete.

Our detailed Safe Management of Sharps and Infectious Waste Training course outline ensures a thorough grasp of:

Understanding Infectious Agents and Hazards:

• • Common Sharps And Infectious Waste
  • Agents Of Infection
  • Viruses
  • Bacteria
  • Fungi
  • Parasites
  • Prions
  • Communicable Disease Survival Time
  • Common Infection-Related Hazards

Infection Transmission and Risk Assessment:

• • Chain Of Infection
  • Sources Of Infectious Agents
  • Modes Of Transmission
  • Host Factors
  • Paths Of Transmission
  • Risk Of Acquisition
  • Sources Of Infecting Micro-Organisms
  • Types Of Carriers

Precautions and Personal Health Measures:

• • Precautions And Control Measures
  • Standard Precautions
  • Transmission Based Precautions
  • Personal Health And Hygiene
  • Respiratory Hygiene And Cough Etiquette
  • Hand Hygiene
  • Social Distancing Measures

Organisational Safety and Compliance:

• • Organisational Procedures
  • Identifying Hazards
  • Assessing Risk
  • Infection Prevention And Control Measures
  • Reporting Hazards
  • Escalating Hazard Prevention
  • Identifying And Correcting Non-Compliances

Personal Protective Equipment and Incident Management:

• • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Sourcing PPE
  • Inspecting PPE
  • Responding To Incidents
  • 3-Zone Approach
  • Incident Signage And Barricading
  • Spill Control Procedures
  • Sharps Control Procedures
  • Incident Reporting
  • Manufacturer Guidelines

Waste Management and Environmental Cleaning:

• • Transporting Infectious And Contaminated Waste
  • Preventing Exposure And Transfer Of Pathogens
  • Limiting Contamination Of Equipment And Resources
  • Controlling The Spread Of Infection
  • Disposing Of Infectious And Contaminated Waste
  • Waste Segregation
  • Waste Disposal
  • Environmental Cleaning
  • Procedure For Environmental Cleaning
  • Frequency Of Environmental Cleaning
  • Maintaining Designated Areas

Documentation and Exposure Response:

• • Document Handling
  • Responding To Exposure
  • Exposure Response Procedures
  • Needle-Stick Injury Response Procedure

Assessment Methods

We provide a well-rounded assessment process that encompasses both practical tasks and scenarios, as well as written theory assessments, throughout the training. This comprehensive approach ensures a thorough evaluation of your skills and knowledge, allowing you to demonstrate your competency in real-world application and theoretical understanding.

Specific assessment tasks to be undertaken include:

• Knowledge Assessment
• Respond to a Contaminated Sharps Incident – Practical
• Respond to an Infectious Waste Incident – Practical
• Observe and Respond to Non-Compliance – Practical
• Respond to Exposure – Practical

This is an open entry course with no pre-requisite qualifications. To ensure your success in the Safe Management of Sharps and Infectious Waste Training course, please note the following entry requirements:

• Participants must be aged 18 years or over.
• A minimum of two years of recent industry experience is required.
• Sound language and literacy skills are essential (at least Year 10 English or equivalent).
• Commitment to the course duration and time requirements is necessary.
• Access to a computer and the internet is required.
• You must provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
• A valid email account and a telephone number are necessary for learning and assessment communication.

For comprehensive details on your rights and responsibilities, including our complaints and appeals process, kindly refer to the Pre-Enrolment Participant Handbook on our website.

We’re committed to fostering an enriching learning environment. Key to this is understanding your Language, Literacy, Numeracy (LLN), and Digital Literacy skills, essential for your course success.

• LLN Evaluation Verification

  • Assessing Your Needs: Check if you need an LLN Evaluation based on your prior qualifications through our LLN Evaluation Verification Form.

• Digital Literacy Checklist

  • Embracing Technology: Complete our Pre-Enrolment Digital Literacy Checklist to help us tailor our support to enhance your digital skills.

• Formal LLN Evaluation

  • Tailored Support: If required, you can complete our Formal LLN Evaluation online, helping us understand your skill levels for personalised support.

These tools ensure you start your course with all the support you need for a successful learning journey. For any questions or extra assistance, feel free to contact our support team at [email protected].