The Premier Safety Institute offers a free, downloadable needlestick prevention educational brochure for use in all healthcare settings.
The 12-page brochure has information about:
- How needlesticks happen
- Why needlesticks are stressful to you and your family
- What work practices can protect you
- What the laws are for using safety devices
- How to evaluate safety devices
- How to dispose of sharps safely
- What to do if you are injured
Download a low resolution version (pdf) or high resolution version (pdf) for use by your facility.
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