Preventing Needlestick Injuries
Needlestick safety can best be addressed in the setting of a comprehensive prevention program that considers all aspects of the work environment and that has employee involvement as well as management commitment.
Ensure safe handling of needles.
You can help protect yourself from needlestick injuries by:
- avoiding the use of needles where safe and effective alternatives are available
- helping your employer select and evaluate devices with safety features that reduce the risk of needlestick injury
- using devices with safety features provided by your employer
- avoiding recapping needles
- planning for safe handling and disposal of needles before using them
- promptly disposing of used needles in appropriate sharps disposal containers
- reporting all needlestick and sharps-related injuries promptly to ensure you receive appropriate follow-up care
- telling your employer about any needlestick hazards you observe
- getting a Hepatitis B vaccination
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7-5. Where should you place used needles?
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