if isolated needles or syringes are found, the surrounding area must also be checked carefully. In doing so, do not comb the grass by hand. neither children nor adults should be permitted to enter an area where syringes or needles have been found repeatedly unless that area has been fully checked before it is used. Aid Treatment: If an accident occurs where a needle or other sharp object has punctured the skin, then the following advice is recommended. The injured person should: gently encourage the wound to bleed wash well with soap under cold running water cover the wound with a waterproof dressing seek medical attention as soon as possible, e.g. from their own doctor or an accident and emergency department at hospital inform their manager complete the accident/incident form inform Occupational Health by telephoning 03000 411 411. An immediate response by the injured person can help reduce the risk of infection. Rubbish Some schools still conduct rubbish picks by pupils and students. This may be acceptable within the confines of a supervised building using appropriate protective equipment, but it may not be advisable outside in the play area or grounds where sharp objects may be concealed. Useful Contacts: Health and Safety Team 418456
if isolated needles or syringes are found, the surrounding area must also be checked carefully. In doing so, do not comb the grass by hand. neither children nor adults should be permitted to enter an area where syringes or needles have been found repeatedly unless that area has been fully checked before it is used. Aid Treatment: If an accident occurs where a needle or other sharp object has punctured the skin, then the following advice is recommended. The injured person should: gently encourage the wound to bleed wash well with soap under cold running water cover the wound with a waterproof dressing seek medical attention as soon as possible, e.g. from their own doctor or an accident and emergency department at hospital inform their manager complete the accident/incident form inform Occupational Health by telephoning 03000 411 411. An immediate response by the injured person can help reduce the risk of infection. Rubbish Some schools still conduct rubbish picks by pupils and students. This may be acceptable within the confines of a supervised building using appropriate protective equipment, but it may not be advisable outside in the play area or grounds where sharp objects may be concealed. Useful Contacts: Health and Safety Team 418456
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