Sharps
Code: Social Economy
Duration: 3hours
An introduction to the issues surrounding injecting drugs and how staff in relevant roles can deal safely with relevant finds including the accompanying paraphernalia.
Eligibility: This course is available free to anyone working in the statutory or voluntary sector in Northern Ireland
Outcomes
By the end of the session participants will:
Be aware of the prevalence of illicit drug use
Be aware of problems with identification of drugs
Be aware of blood borne viruses
Be aware of guidance on needle stick injury
Be aware of guidance on encountering drug related activity
Be aware of how to safely dispose of used needles
Relevance
This course is relevant to people who wish to improve their knowledge around drugs which are injected
What’s included in this course:
Course Materials (Digital Download)
PDF Certificate on Completion
PDF Certificate on Completion
