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Be able to handle hazardous substances and materials

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‘Safe disposal of waste (including sharps)’ from NHS Scotland

Different types of waste will be produced within work settings and some waste requires special handling and disposal. Read this article and then research the disposal regulations for your home nation and local authority.

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Find and read your organisation’s policies and procedures for the storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials.
‘Working with substances hazardous to health: What you need to know about COSHH’ by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
‘Hazardous substances’ webpage on the Health Working Lives website
‘COSHH frequently asked questions’ from the HSE
‘Safe disposal of waste (including sharps)’ from NHS Scotland

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