Workplace Safety Essentials
Sharps Awareness
Know the risks of sharps litter and what to do after an injury From £25 + VAT. IIRSM. IOSH. CPD Certification Service. Certificate Included. 100% Online.
From £25 + VAT
Buy for yourself or your team
- IIRSM
- IOSH
- CPD Certification Service
- Certificate Included
- 100% Online
Course Details
- Course Time: 55 minutes
- Format: Online and self-paced
- Certification: the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM), the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and the CPD Certification Service
- Ideal For: people who may encounter discarded sharps
- Access: Added after confirmed payment
- Assessment: Online course assessment; full requirements are shown in the learning platform
Is This Course Right for You?
This course is a strong fit for people who need clear, practical guidance they can use in real workplace decisions, including:
- People who may find sharps litter
- Workplace teams with reporting responsibilities
- Employees needing awareness of sharps injury procedures
What This Course Covers
Explore the main topics and practical areas covered by this online course.
- Sharps litter in the UK — Prevalence and the different types of discarded sharps
- Risks from sharps — Primary and secondary risks including common blood borne viruses
- Responsibilities and protection — Employer responsibilities, equipment and PPE effectiveness
- Reporting and injury procedure — Reporting discarded sharps and actions after an injury
Assessment and Certification
This course is certified by the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM), the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and the CPD Certification Service.
Your course fee includes the online learning, assessment and course certificate, with no separate certificate charge.
Delivered with VideoTile Learning
This course is owned by VideoTile Learning Ltd and distributed under licence.
The Block Coach handles booking and portal access, while VideoTile Learning provides the course content and assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the course take?
55 minutes. This timing reflects the supplied video content and does not include loading time or time spent considering assessment questions. You can pause and return as needed.
How is the course assessed?
Online course assessment; full requirements are shown in the learning platform. The module-by-module thresholds are shown in the course outline above.
Which organisations certify this course?
This course is certified by the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM), the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) and the CPD Certification Service.
Is the certificate included?
Yes. Your course fee includes the learning, assessment and course certificate.
When will I get access?
Once your payment is confirmed, the course is automatically added to your Learn-Link account.
