Award to note safety work on needlestick prevention

By: David LaHoda September 21st, 2009

It’s time to acknowledge the needlestick prevention hero in your organization or profession. The Sharps Injury Prevention Award is given each year to people who are making a difference in preventing needlestick injuries and bloodborne pathogen exposures.

The International Sharps Injury Prevention Society (ISIPS), which sponsors the award, is accepting nominations at until September 30. ISIPS will announce the winners December 1.

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David LaHoda



David LaHoda, the managing editor of Medical Environment Update and OSHA Watch, has produced healthcare training videos and consulted for medical practices and ambulatory healthcare facilities.

David has written 196 posts.

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