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- What are needlestick injuries? more...
- How can I reduce the risk of a needlestick injury? more...
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- I am a care worker. How should my employer protect me from passive smoking? more...
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further information
The Health and Safety Executive website has a wide range of advice, information, case studies and news on health and safety issues in the health and social care industries. hse.gov.uk/healthservices
For more information on smoke-free workplaces and the law, see the following websites for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Hazards magazine has articles and information on needle stick injuries on its website. hazards.org/needlesticks
