Courier service employees regularly handle clinical samples and infectious waste, making it essential for them to understand the potential risks and necessary protective measures. This training significantly enhances occupational safety by providing essential knowledge and practical skills.

Target audience:	Courier service employees
Course content:	· Major pathogens in medical materials · Infection routes and transmission · Packaging types, waste categories, and hazard signs · Assessing the transportability of packaged samples and waste containers · Responding to leaking specimen or waste containers
Methods:	This course includes brief presentations and practical exercises. Participants’ questions are encouraged and integrated into the training.
Course location:	On-site at your facility
Duration:	1.5 – 2h (minimum)
Group size:	To be agreed on, with a preference for small groups to enhance practical learning.

After completing this training, courier employees will be familiar with the major pathogens found in medical materials, how they are transmitted, and the risks of infection. They will understand different types of packaging, waste categories and hazard signs, and know what to do if a sample or waste container leaks.