11124NAT
Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste

Safe disposing of needle

11124NAT Course in Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste

If your role involves handling hazardous materials, this course is designed to give you the essential skills and knowledge to manage sharps, infectious waste, and cytotoxic substances safely. With practical and theoretical training, you’ll learn to minimise health risks, ensuring a safer work environment for yourself and others.

Course Description

The 11124NAT Course in Safe Handling of Sharps and Infectious Waste (superseding 10685NAT) is designed for individuals in roles where they may encounter sharp objects, cytotoxic substances, or infectious waste. This comprehensive training program caters to a wide range of industries, including healthcare, homecare, construction, demolition, cleaning, grounds maintenance, public transportation, and emergency response services.

Through this course, participants will acquire essential skills and knowledge to safely handle and dispose of sharps, infectious waste, and cytotoxic materials. They will gain an in-depth understanding of the potential health risks associated with improper handling of these hazardous materials, enabling them to take necessary precautions and adhere to best practices.

Manual Handling Safety

The course covers the following unit:

  • NAT11124001 – Remove Sharps and Infectious Waste Safely

Delivery Methods

The course can be delivered and assessed either in the workplace (minimum of 6 people) or at our facility in Clayton, Victoria. Both organised by our experienced training providers, offering flexibility to accommodate various learning environments.

Course Durations

The course durations may vary, but the minimum contact times are as follows:

  • Refresher (Face-to-Face): 2 hours and 30 minutes
  • Full Course (Face-to-Face): 4 hours
  • Online with Face-to-Face Assessment: 1 hour

Entry Requirements

To enrol in this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909, individuals must meet the following criteria:

  • Possess the physical capability to perform practical demonstration skills
  • Have adequate language, literacy, and numeracy skills to comprehend policy, procedural, and legislative documents
  • Demonstrate effective oral and written communication abilities to follow instructions and complete report documentation

Online Study Options

For online study, students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device with an internet connection to complete the online studies and practical assessment.

Assessment Requirements

Participants will be evaluated through both written and practical assessment tasks to ensure comprehensive understanding and skill development.

Certificate Renewal

This certificate does not require renewal.

Assessment Activities

The assessment activities include:

  • Performance tasks: Basic disposal of a single exposed sharp, complex disposal of multiple exposed and hidden sharps, and disposal of infectious waste.
  • Documentation: Completing a risk assessment according to the required standard.
  • Theory assessment: A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions.

By completing this course, individuals will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to handle sharps and infectious waste safely, minimising the risk of exposure and ensuring a safer work environment for themselves and others.

Learner Rights, Responsibilities, and Support

This course is delivered on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909 which values the rights and responsibilities of its learners. Students are encouraged to refer to the student handbook available on the RTO website (allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for detailed information regarding policies, complaints, appeals, and support services.

Delivery Location

Public Classes (Clayton, Victoria)
Are held at our training facility located at Suite 35, 195 Wellington Road, Clayton, VIC 3168.

Group Bookings (Australia-wide)
Courses are delivered Australia-wide in your workplace during or out of business hours at no extra cost. There is a minimum of 6 participants (maximum of 10 per session) required for a group booking at your service.

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