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.

• Refresher Face to Face contact time of at least 2 Hours 30 Mins

• Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 4 Hours

• Online with face-to-face assessment Face to Face contact time of at least 1 Hour

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.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

This certificate does not require renewal

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.

Performance tasks and Practical scenarios: 

• Performance Task – Basic disposal of a single exposed sharp

• Complex disposal of multiple exposed and hidden sharps

• Disposal of infectious waste

Documentation:

• Complete a risk assessment

• Theory assessment –A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions. 

Core Skills Requirement

As part of the enrolment process, students are required to complete a self-assessment against the core skills below. This helps your trainer identify whether any additional support may be required during the course delivery and assessment.

Learning

I can learn new skills by following step-by-step instructions, applying them in practical situations, and thinking ahead to manage emergencies in remote or isolated environments.

Reading

I can read and understand first aid procedures, safety information, workplace instructions, maps or location information, and emergency communication guides.

Writing

I can accurately complete incident records, patient observations, and other workplace documentation required during or after a first aid response.

Oral Communication

I can communicate clearly, listen carefully, ask questions when needed, and provide or receive information during an emergency, including communicating with emergency services.

Numeracy

I can interpret times, measure and record patient observations, calculate response or travel times, and understand basic measurements required when providing first aid in a remote or isolated setting.