Course in Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste

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

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

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

• Face-to-Face - Face to Face contact time of at least 4 Hours
• Refresher - Face to Face contact time of at least 2 Hours 30 Mins
• Online with face-to-face assessment - Face to Face contact time of at least 1 Hour

No work placement will be required as part of this course.

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website https://apts.trainingdesk.com.au/public_documents/student_documents/student_handbook for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Cost: $225 per person

• Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook.
• Payment Terms – Payment for individual participants is upfront, group booking payment terms are based on agreement between the client and service provider.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks. These are detailed in the sections following.

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.

Performance tasks:

• Basic disposal of a single exposed sharp
• Complex disposal of multiple exposed and hidden sharps
• Disposal of infectious waste

Documentation – The student must complete all documentation according to the required standard:

• Complete a risk assessment

Theory assessment -   A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.