All healthcare professionals strive to provide the safest care possible. Sometimes however, things can go wrong, and harm can be

A scalpel blade is an irreplaceable tool for healthcare professionals like surgeons, doctors, nurses and vets to perform procedures and

Sharps directive is required to protect healthcare workers. In 2010, the European Council described sharps injuries as one of the

You are the scrub nurse in the operating room for an open cholecystecomy to remove the gallstones causing the patients

Ampoule injuries are far too common. You might be surprised to know that ampoule injuries are the most common type

The 30th of November marks the end of Home Care & Hospice Month. Despite two-thirds of people relying on home

Burnout affects 54% of physicians and 34-38% of nurses, and the numbers are only increasing. But what is burnout, how

It’s concerning that even with all the medical breakthroughs and advances in surgical technology, the threat of getting a sharps

Infection and injuries can occur in any healthcare setting, from the Operating Theatre to the optometrist, to aged care facilities.

It’s been said that life is stranger than fiction, and is more spooky too. In celebration of Halloween, we’ve collected

Candy canes, fairy lights and the smell of fresh pudding lingering in the air. It must be Christmas – the

Safety scalpels were first heavily promoted in response to a US legislation change in 2000 known as the Needlestick Safety

Calling all nursing students! The 2019 Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) conference and expo is nearly upon us. This

Every single day, nurses around the world work tirelessly to keep people safe, happy, and healthy. Late nights, early mornings,

Ampoules are used by people all over the world. Even people who do not practice in the medical industry use

This September, the World Health Organisation (WHO) launched the first-ever International Patient Safety Day. Qlicksmart’s Co-Founder Dr. Michael Sinnott had the

As the first responders to emergencies, paramedics are trained to deliver high levels of care in uncontrolled environments. By nature,

Sharps and needlestick injuries are a serious occupational health risk for those in the healthcare industry. This is especially true

En español In the last blog, we talked about investing in healthcare worker safety has proven long-term benefits, and how

Working in a autopsies can be demanding and often requires complex dissection using scalpels. Autopsy surgeons, forensic pathologists, and the

Livestock handlers undertake surgical castration with scalpels to remove testicles from male animals such as cows or swine. Livestock handlers

To bring to light the dedication of healthcare workers worldwide throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the World Health Organisation has

Finding safety champions isn’t always easy. Sometimes they come from the most unlikely candidates. It could be you, or it

Addressing the Hierarchy of Controls Using Sharps Safety The Hierarchy of Controls is a very effective method for managing hazards

Sharps injuries are a worrying concern for veterinarians. A survey sent to members of the Veterinary Surgeons Board of Queensland

Sharps injury risks represent a significant area of concern in operating rooms. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention or

As dermatologists are often required to do operative procedures, sharps injuries occur and can have significant consequences. Sharps Injuries in

Medical examiners, also known as forensic pathologists, investigate deaths if they are deemed unusual or suspicious. However, it is not

Ampoules are small glass containers used to store liquid medications and other substances that are sensitive to light and air.

Sharps injuries can happen anytime in the operating room. We’ve recently gotten in touch with a nurse that had a

What research conducted throughout the COVID-19 pandemic has shown us about sharps injuries in Europe, the United Kingdom, and the

The reporting of injuries, errors and near misses is important for both staff and patient safety. Think about the last

Operating rooms are environments with a high risk of sharps injuries due to the frequent use of needles, scalpels, and

Opening glass ampoules can be unnerving and can sometimes lead to cuts. Often dismissed as minor workplace hazards, ampoule cuts