Would you expect a Queensland employee who failed workplace drug testing to keep their job? What if that employee was a train driver, responsible for hundreds – if not thousands…
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Michael is the founder of Integrity Sampling and is responsible for overseeing all national operations. He is based at Integrity Sampling's head office in Melbourne and is also responsible for the co-ordination of drug and alcohol testing within Victoria, assisting in the implementation of drug and alcohol (fit for work) policies and the presentation of drug and alcohol education and awareness programs.
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Integrity Sampling Showcasing Cutting-Edge Testing Tech at Converge Expo 2025
Integrity Sampling is heading to Converge Expo, the premier event for the newest tools, technologies, and innovations in municipal works, civil, and commercial construction. The expo is on this week,…
Cannabis Makes the News: What it Means for Workplaces
Cannabis – and particularly medicinal cannabis – use is growing… And so too are concerns around the drug. This includes new concerns around over-prescribing from doctors. Plus, there’s a push…
Our Drug and Alcohol Testing Technicians in South Australia are the Real Deal!
When you contact Integrity Sampling South Australia to conduct drug and alcohol testing in your workplace, you can be sure that our technicians are the real deal. They’re trained, accredited,…
Working in a Safety-Critical Role? Think Twice Before Taking Medication
If you work in a safety-critical role, the rules around drugs and alcohol are likely to be more severe — and for good reason. We’re talking about pilots, truck drivers,…
Behind the Test – Our New LinkedIn Newsletter
Integrity Sampling is excited to launch Behind the Test, our brand-new monthly LinkedIn newsletter. This newsletter is designed to give you practical insights into workplace drug and alcohol testing, drawing…
Ensuring a Safer Future with Drug Testing in Tasmania’s Thriving Construction Industry
Tasmania may be small compared to most regions of Australia, but we punch above our weight. Nowhere is this clearer than in our fast-growing construction sector, which plays a vital…
Case Study: Was a Security Guard’s Dismissal After a Positive Drug Test Fair?
It’s not often you get the chance to be judge, jury and executioner—but today, that opportunity is yours. In this real-life case, a security guard was dismissed after returning a…
Methamphetamine Consumption Hits Record High in WA: Why This Matters for Workplace Drug Testing
Western Australia faces a serious methamphetamine problem, continuing to top the nation for consumption of the dangerous drug. But what does this mean for workplaces and drug testing? The latest…
Weird and Wacky Drug and Alcohol Testing FAQs
When it comes to drug and alcohol testing in the workplace, most questions are straightforward. But every now and then, someone throws a curveball. From breakfast bagels to mouthwash, here…
Are Cocaine Tests Too Expensive for the Roads?
Would adding cocaine to the list of drugs that can be detected by Victoria Police in roadside drug testing be too expensive? Would a ‘cocaine test’ cost $169? That’s the…
Drug Testing in NSW Under Lock and Key
Drug testing is now common on NSW roads and in workplaces. It plays an important role in keeping drivers safe and workplaces drug free. But these aren’t the only areas…
Why Drug and Alcohol Management is Critical in the Transportation Industry
In any safety-sensitive industry, managing the risks of drugs and alcohol is essential. But when it comes to the transportation industry, the stakes are even higher. Transport workers often operate…
Strengthening Safety Across the Northern Territory’s Maritime Sector
The maritime industry helps the Northern Territory’s economy stay afloat. It creates jobs, supports trade, and brings in tourism dollars. However, for those working in the industry, it can come…
Why Workplace Drug and Alcohol Education is Crucial for a Safer, Compliant Team
Your workplace has a well-developed and detailed drug and alcohol policy that is regularly reviewed. In addition, you carry out regular workplace drug and alcohol testing. So why is your…
Victoria Police crackdown on drivers with roadside drug testing
Would you get behind the wheel soon after taking cannabis, heroin, methamphetamines or MDMA? The likely answer is no, but unfortunately that’s not the case for everyone. There are still…
Should Contractors and Visitors Face Drug and Alcohol Testing in Safety-Sensitive Workplaces?
In a safety-sensitive workplace, maintaining a drug and alcohol-free environment is vital. That’s why employers invest significant time and resources into workplace drug and alcohol management and testing. They do…
Cocaine Use In Queensland On The Rise. What’s It Mean For Workplace Drug Testing?
Cocaine use in Queensland has been under the microscope recently, thanks in part to a comprehensive new report by the University of Queensland and the National Drug and Alcohol Research…
Post Incident Drug and Alcohol Testing 101
You’re the shift manager at a busy manufacturing plant when the unthinkable happens — a forklift crashes into a pallet racking system and it’s serious. Equipment is damaged. Two workers…
How High Can Blood Alcohol Go? Understanding the Dangers in South Australia
A recent Facebook post from South Australia Police served as a stark reminder that when it comes to taking risks with alcohol on the roads, there are some drivers who…