When it comes to workplace drug and alcohol management, many Northern Territory businesses still rely on old assumptions. They assume certain drugs are the biggest risk. They assume testing alone…
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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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Going to sleep on workplace drug and alcohol management cost one employer $35,000!
When it comes to workplace drug and alcohol management, there are a few non-negotiables that every employer must follow. For example, a workplace must have a clear drug and alcohol…
Can you cheat workplace drug testing in Victoria?
In a recent curious and disturbing case in Victoria, a man allegedly approached teenagers and asked for their urine so he could pass a workplace drug test. While the circumstances…
What happens after a positive workplace drug testing result?
You work in the transportation industry, where workplace drug testing is part of the job. It doesn’t happen every week, but it happens often enough. But not today, hopefully. It’s…
Alcohol in the workplace: Progress made but risks remain
Over the past 50 years, Australia has made huge strides in reducing alcohol-related harm on our roads. Random breath testing, education campaigns and strong enforcement have dramatically lowered drink driving…
Drug testing in Queensland: The case that exposed the gaps
A cocaine addicted train driver has received compensation from his employer even after he admitted he was using cocaine while employed by Queensland Rail. How it happened provides valuable lessons…
ADHD medication and drug testing in workplaces and roadsides: What you need to know
Whether you are driving on the road or turning up to work in a safety-sensitive role, staying away from drugs is vital. It’s not just drug testing and the consequences…
Drug testing on the buses in South Australia
Illegal drugs in South Australia do not appear out of nowhere, however, you might not expect to find them smuggled into the state in a luxury bus! The recent major…
Workplace drug and alcohol education topics that break the boredom
Have you noticed eyes drooping and faces dropping at your workplace drug and alcohol education sessions? If so, it’s time to spice things up with some new topics. Yes, it’s…
Integrity Sampling exhibiting at the Brisbane Workplace Health & Safety Show 2026
Integrity Sampling is proud to announce that we will be exhibiting at the 2026 Brisbane Workplace Health & Safety Show — Queensland’s number one workplace safety event. The event will…
How workplace drug and alcohol management can reduce accidents
What’s by far the leading cause of accidents in the workplace? Before you start pointing at plant and equipment, or other factors, look at the mirror and start pointing there.…
Drug and alcohol testing in Fremantle highlight’s WA risk
A recent road safety crackdown in Fremantle has sent a clear message to Western Australians. If you break the law, you will be caught. And if you drink or take…
Why 24/7 workplace drug and alcohol testing is vital
It’s 2am and your phone rings. As a supervisor of a manufacturing plant that operates 24/7, it’s the call you never want to receive. There has been a serious incident…
The real cost of impairment in Australian workplaces
How much do alcohol and drug impairment really cost Australian businesses each year? Most people might guess a few million dollars, maybe even a billion. The reality is staggering: an…
Mad March and Workplace Risk: What South Australian Employers Should Consider
Each year, “Mad March” transforms South Australia into one of the busiest operational periods on the calendar. Festivals, major events, extended trading hours, tourism activity and workforce movement create a…
Catch me if you can, twice! Drug testing in New South Wales unveils new level of shame
How would you feel if you failed roadside drug testing in New South Wales? Guilty? Embarrassed? A bit silly? For most people, getting caught once would be more than enough.…
Alcohol consumption guidelines change in the US
How much alcohol should you consume for health’s sake? While most experts agree that zero alcohol is the safest approach, countries have alcohol guidelines to provide evidence based recommendations for…
Illegal drugs in the Northern Territory: How they get here and why it matters
Illegal drugs in the Northern Territory do not appear by chance. They arrive through well-established supply chains that operate across borders, highways, ports, and communities. Understanding how drugs enter Australia…
How digital learning can improve drug and alcohol awareness at work
Most businesses know that workplace drug and alcohol education is important. However, many still rely on outdated training methods. Long talks. Printed handouts. Posters. One-off inductions that people quickly forget.…
The true cost of poor drug and alcohol management in Victoria
While safety is the main reason to take drug and alcohol management seriously in a Victorian workplace, it’s not the only motivator. For some businesses, owners and managers, the real…