Australia is certainly not the only country facing issues with methamphetamines and not the only country with concerns about workplace drug use. In fact, we don’t need to look very…
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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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Workplace alcohol testing the only reliable assessment
If you’re a workplace owner or manager, or a manager of a small or large team, you’re probably pretty good at reading your employees. You reckon you can tell when…
Drug and alcohol support vital
Workplace drug and alcohol support is a vital aspect of any drug and alcohol management plan. But for many businesses, providing the support required to help their workers who present…
Drug and alcohol testing – don’t stick your head in the sand
If you’re a business owner or manager, it’s easy to fall into the trap of sticking your head in the sand when it comes to issues, believing they won’t affect…
Roadside drug testing produces staggering results
Roadside drug testing in and around the Wagga Wagga area of NSW has gained a lot of attention in local media of late, due to the staggering number of people…
The First Step in drug and alcohol education
Workplace drug and alcohol education is an important part of any good drug and alcohol management plan and that’s why Integrity Sampling is proud to be a supporter of First…
Who leads the world in the alcohol consumption race?
It’s been known to increase the risk of developing more than 200 diseases, but it’s not a virus, a junk food or an illegal drug. It’s been long-known to be…
How can you pass workplace drug testing?
Search on Google for terms such as ‘how can you pass workplace drug testing’ and ‘how do I pass saliva drug testing’ and you’ll be presented with a litany of…
Workplace alcohol abuse a blue and white issue
When most of us consider workplace alcohol abuse, we mostly likely think of it as a blue-collar workplace issue. However, studies have shown that white-collar workers are far from immune…
How accurate is saliva drug testing?
Picture this. You’re driving to work on a Monday morning and get stopped for a roadside drug test or get asked to take part in random saliva drug testing in…
Alcohol and drug use costs workplaces
The use of alcohol and drugs is costing workplaces billions of dollars each year, but the full extent may never be known. Back in 2013, workplace drug and alcohol experts…
The simple, true facts about cannabis
Despite a myriad of studies and research that proves cannabis in all its forms is a health hazard, there are still people who believe that the illicit drug is not…
Queensland Police choose the Drager drug testing unit
Look out Queensland drivers – the Police in Queensland now have the capabilities to perform a roadside drug testing anywhere, at any time. Towards the end of 2015, Queensland Police had…
Employees have responsibilities too when it comes to alcohol
You’ve had a big night out and didn’t stop drinking until 2am. Now it’s 7.30am and your mate will be picking you up for work in 5 minutes. Should you…
We’re on the job 24/7 for alcohol and drug testing
While late December and January are the time for summer holidays for many Australians, for many of Integrity Sampling’s clients it’s business as usual. So, for our drug and alcohol…
Beware the hangover – it can be a killer!
It shouldn’t come as any surprise to those of us who drink alcohol to excess occasionally, but even if you’re not over the blood alcohol limit or drugs you’ve taken…
Location, location, location!
If you need drug and alcohol testing this Festive Season, or in fact any time during the year, rest easy. With Integrity Sampling operating Australia-wide, there’s sure to be a…
Protect your business this Festive Season with a drug and alcohol management plan
Christmas and New Year is a great time for those of us who celebrate these festive occasions, but for business owners and managers it’s also a time of trepidation. That’s…
ICE action plan accounced
The Federal Government has released the final report and response to the National ICE Taskforce’s findings, which includes a $300 million investment to tackle the drug, its demand, its supply…
The sliding doors of ecstasy
Scene 1 You’re having a great Sunday afternoon with friends, with lots of laughs and good times. Then suddenly, one of your friends hands you a pill and tells you…