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.
Provider of Training and Assessment
Important information prior to enrolment
Unit Being Delivered
The following unit(s) will be awarded to successful participants in this course. The certificate will be issued by Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909.
- 11124NAT – Course in Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste
- NAT11124001 – Remove sharps and infectious waste safely
To view full unit details please visit www.training.gov.au
Course Delivery
- This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by 3 Rivers Training.
Entry Requirements
An individual undertaking this course 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 (face to face)
- Face to Face – 4 hours (minimum) – full face to face course.
- Blended delivery – N/A
- Refresher training – 2.5 hours (minimum) – conditions apply for this option, for example, you will need to provide previous current certificates.
Enhanced Online Learning (EOL)
- Online delivery with face to face Practical assessment min 120min – self paced online learning and assessment.
Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
Certificate Renewal Requirements
This certificate does not require renewal
Course Fees and Payments
- Course fee $125.00 (fee individuals GST inclusive; Groups GST exclusive)
- Payment Terms – Payment for individual participants is upfront, group booking payment terms are 14 days from booking date
What happens at the course?
Learning Activities
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Delivery of course information and learning activities.
Rights & responsibilities including complaints, appeals & refunds – Please refer to the student handbook for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals & the 3 Rivers Training T & C
Assessment Activities
Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:
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.
