Needle stick injury protocol

what are the steps you need to follow when you get a needle stick injury in the lab, while handling needles or any sharp instruments. We should deal with each needle stick injury as it is contaminated by any infectious disease like hepatitis, AIDS or others.

1. WHAT TO DO IF YOU
Have a Sharps / Needlestick Injury

BLEED IT
Squeeze wound to encourage
bleeding.

WASH IT
With soap, under running water.

COVER IT
With a water proof dressing
REPORT IT:
Contact the nearest accidental and emergency as soon
as possible following the needle stick injury.

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