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Universal Precautions: Footwear & Attire

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To help prevent needlestick injury and pathogen exposure, harm reduction workers should always wear closed shoes while working. Flat shoes that are comfortable for walking, made of leather or another heavy material, are also recommended but not required.

Harm reduction workers are advised to wear long pants made of heavier denim or canvas to site. If skirts or shorts are worn, they should be of heavier fabric and reach at least to the knee. Be thoughtful about wearing dangling jewelry or other accessories that might get caught on things.

Featured Hacks

These featured hacks highlight creative, practical solutions from harm reduction leaders on the ground. From DIY tools to clever workarounds, each one reflects the ingenuity, care, and real-world experience that keeps this movement alive. 

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis Hacks

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Though largely unsupported by scientific evidence, the dangers of needle stick injury loom large in the popular imagination. As a result, the emotional response to needle stick injury can be intense even if, statistically, the risks are quite low. For this reason, if no other, it’s essential that harm reduction organizations be prepared for how they might deal with such an eventuality.
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Hacks for Developing Internal Community

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Building internal community means building relationships based on your shared values as a part of a harm reduction organization.
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