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SHARPS AWARENESS ONLINE COURSE

In this online course you will learn about the prevalence and different types of sharps risks that can be encountered. It then covers the primary and secondary risks from sharps, including some of the common blood borne viruses.
The course also covers the responsibilities of employers, the equipment needed and the effectiveness of PPE. Finally, it'll cover how to report discarded sharps and the correct procedures to follow if you receive a sharps injury.
There are multiple choice questions at the end of each unit. Those who successfully achieve the minimum mark required to pass these assessments are rewarded with a printable certificate.
An e-learning course is ideal for those who cannot get time away from the workplace and do not require a tailored course which deals with specific risks. If you do, then an open course or bespoke/in-house course will be much more suitable for your requirements.

In this online course you will learn about the prevalence and different types of sharps risks that can be encountered. It then covers the primary and secondary risks from sharps, including some of the common blood borne viruses.
The course also covers the responsibilities of employers, the equipment needed and the effectiveness of PPE. Finally, it'll cover how to report discarded sharps and the correct procedures to follow if you receive a sharps injury.
There are multiple choice questions at the end of each unit. Those who successfully achieve the minimum mark required to pass these assessments are rewarded with a printable certificate.
An e-learning course is ideal for those who cannot get time away from the workplace and do not require a tailored course which deals with specific risks. If you do, then an open course or bespoke/in-house course will be much more suitable for your requirements.
Course syllabus
The course comprises the following modules:
- Module 1: Sharps Safety - The Basics
- Module 2: Needlestick Injuries
- Module 3: The Chain of Infection
- Module 4: Chances of Infection
- Module 5: Equipment
- Module 6: Safe Handling Procedures
Single Licence
Individuals looking to take the Sharps Awareness online course can purchase a single user license for £15.00 + vat. This license grants unlimited access to the course, with no time restrictions, for one user only.
Please click the link below to complete the booking form and payment online.
Once we have received this we will set-up your access to the course within 24-48 hours, and e-mail you your log-in details to the address provided on the booking form.
Multiple Licences for Businesses
If you are a business or organisation and have a number of employees that you would like to take the Sharps Awareness online course, we offer discounts for multiple purchases, with a greater discount amount available the more courses that are purchased.
Purchasing a business license will grant the buyer administration access from where they can issue log-in usernames and passwords to their employees. This allows businesses to take advantage of the greater discounts on offer even if they do not currently know the names of every individual who will be taking the online course, which is particularly useful if you plan to grant access to employees over a period of time rather than all at once (e.g. getting new starters to complete the course). It also negates the need to fill in a massively long booking form with all their names when purchasing!
The pricing and discount structure available for multiple purchases of this course is currently:
- 2-9 Licenses: £14.50 + vat each
- 10-49 Licenses: £14.00 + vat each
- 50-99 Licenses: £13.50 + vat each
- 100+ Licenses: Contact us for a custom quote
FEATURED ONLINE COURSES
Please see below for a few featured online courses from our range (click here to view all titles).
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Our COSHH e-learning course will cover issues such as the different types of hazards, COSHH risk assessments and emergency planning.
MANUAL HANDLING

Manual handling related injuries are another hazard which virtually all employees have the potential to experience. This, coupled with the possible serious long-term medical conditions that can occur such as permanent debilitating back pain, make manual handling training essential.
Our manual handling e-learning course will cover issues such as describing what manual handling is, manual handling regulations, practical manual handling solutions and the use of mechanical aids.
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This online course is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to effectively handle a variety of common emergency situations.
Throughout the course, you will learn practical actions and techniques that can make a significant difference in critical moments, empowering you to provide immediate and effective assistance when it matters most.