
Organisational Losses As A Result of Needlestick Injuries
22.04.2006
Potential Costs Associated with Needlestick Injuries
Organizational losses
- Impact on morale;
- Loss of experienced worker;
- Possible loss of expertise;
- Legal costs;
- Management time;
- Accreditation status;
- Citations and fines from Workplace Health and Safety.
Source: Sharps Injury Prevention Program, A Step-By-Step Guide, edited by Gina Pugliese, RN, MS and Mobashir Salahuddin
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