In the event of a sharps or needlestick injury, one should encourage bleeding by squeezing the wound and wash it thoroughly with soap and running water. After cleaning, cover the wound with a waterproof dressing and report the incident to the nearest accident and emergency department as soon as possible.

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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