Specimen collection and infection-safe handling

This self-assessment helps you reflect on your confidence with specimen collection and infection-safe handling. It is for healthcare support workers working in line with local specimen policy, infection prevention procedures and employer guidance. 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, review infection prevention procedures and speak with your manager, supervisor or relevant senior person before carrying out related tasks independently.