There are devices available from both Beckton Dickinson and Greiner, not sure about Sarstedt but there's is a smaller needle and therefore more easily disposed of safely. Both the Beckton Dickinson and Greiner devices reduced needlestick injuries to zero when trialled by our phlebotomists. However, they are only effective if properly engaged once blood has been taken. I do not have any data on whether they achieved a significant reduction in needlestick injuries to domestic staff clearing away clinical waste.
Mike
Dr. Mike Bosomworth
Operations Manager for Pathology
Principal Biochemist
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