Sharp injuries are caused by the sting/cut of a sharp pointed object does not require special care or hospitalization unless there is a serious injury; unfortunately, there is always the risk of infection that can be transmitted from the aforementioned object to the injured person. Within their professions, doctors, nurses, cleaning and other support staff that are in contact with medical waste and contaminated laundry are more exposed to injuries. More than 20 different types of bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted during these types of incidents, the most dangerous of which are hepatitis B, hepatitis C and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). A majority of stab wounds in medical professions occur during or after patient care and before placing sharp objects in provided containers. It is estimated that, in Croatia, approximately 32 000 needle stick injuries and incidents with sharps are not reported every year. They are mostly not reported due to the unfamiliarity with the procedure and reporting. Hence, prevention consists in reducing the number of incidents by technical measures, education of nurses, as well as consistent wearing of personal protective equipment. In order to investigate attitudes of nurses/technicians about sharp injuries in hospital conditions, a semi-structured interview was constructed. The emphasis was on expressing personal views, but in addition this research endeavour took into consideration expressed views after the incident occurred. Sixteen nurses/technicians participated in the study. The interview consisted of three groups of questions. The results indicate that there is a statistically significant correlation between the number of incidents and the length of service in the department as well as a statistically significant correlation between the number of sharp injuries and the age of the respondents. However, there was no statistical correlation between the number of sharp injuries and the education of the respondents (secondary school, university degree). Respondents’ attitudes were based mainly on the problems they encountered during the incident and emphasize good knowledge on reporting and awareness of the protocol for reporting sharp injuries and blood exposure, as well as post-exposure prophylaxis. The respondents pointed out insufficient and inadequate education as the biggest problem. In conclusion, it is necessary to initiate certain training programs, lectures or leaflet distribution which would involve nurses/technicians and thus contribute to the creation of an overall positive attitude to a particular topic and, in turn, easier access to its prevention.