Sticks & Sharps

Occupational exposure in healthcare & emergency services

Anyone working in today's busy hospital, health or emergency services runs the risk of coming into contact with other people's blood or body substances — known as occupational exposure.

Filmed on location in various healthcare facilities in Sydney, this DVD explains the steps that need to be taken after an exposure to help prevent the risk of infection. Chapters include The risks, Case studies, First aid, Reporting, Risk assessment, PEP, Counselling, Blood testing and Follow up.