Safe use of PPE and clinical waste

This self-assessment helps you reflect on your confidence with safe use of PPE and clinical waste in your role. PPE means personal protective equipment, such as gloves, aprons, masks and eye protection. This assessment supports learning linked to infection prevention, the Care Certificate, core skills training and local waste policy. It does not confirm competence. It does not replace formal training, supervision, observation of practice, employer checks, professional judgement or local policy. If you score 1 or 2 on any statement, treat this as a priority learning need. Follow employer policy and speak with your manager, supervisor or designated lead before carrying out related tasks independently.