Services Database Needle and Syringe Exchange (Bath and North East Somerset (BANES) Area)
Service ID
10923
Description
This service is provides access to sterile needles and syringes, and a sharps container for the return of used equipment. It also promotes safe injecting practice, reduces transmission of infections and acts as a gateway to other services.
Location of service
Avon LPC
Commissioner
Local Authority (LA)
Method of commissioning
Transitioned from PCT
Source of funding
Local Authority (LA)
Service type
Needle & syringe programme
Other organisations involved
BANES Drug and Alcohol Team
Dates
Start date: 26/04/2012
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
In-house service training per year
Staff training on awareness of risk associated with handling returned used equipment.
Comments
This service is available in the Bath and North East Somerset (BANES) area only