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…
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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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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…
Latest Trends in Alcohol and Drug Use: What Employers Need to Know
Alcohol and illicit drug use in Australia pose a broad range of risks. While these issues affect society as a whole, they can have serious consequences in the workplace —…
Drugs, Alcohol and the Silly Things People Do in Tasmania
They say politicians are representatives of the community, but that doesn’t always mean they represent the community in the right way. Take, for example, the case of an independent Tasmanian…
The Role of Toolbox Talks in Workplace Drug and Alcohol Education
Think you don’t have time for workplace drug and alcohol education? How about if we said a quick 10-minute session could make a big difference? In fact, it could help…
Safeguarding WA Manufacturing: The Crucial Role of Drug and Alcohol Testing
Western Australia’s manufacturing industry is a powerhouse. It forms the third-largest contributor to the Gross State Product, adding over $18 billion in 2022-23. There’s no doubt that manufacturing creates economic…
Refuse and lose – can your employer force workplace drug testing
What happens if you say no to a workplace drug test? Whether you’re an employer or employee, it’s a situation that raises big questions—and even bigger consequences. In this blog,…
Roadside alcohol testing in NSW still catching many
If you’re old enough to remember when roadside alcohol testing began in NSW, you’ll know how far we’ve come. Back in 1982, when random breath testing was introduced, drink driving…
Improved workplace drug testing has arrived
Do you need to conduct workplace drug testing for benzodiazepines and oxycodone? Here’s exciting news, from our exclusive partner, Dräger. When it comes to workplace drug testing, reliability, accuracy and…
Drug Seizures and Roadside Drug Testing Highlight How Drug Use Can Affect NT Workplaces
Recent busts and roadside drug testing in the Northern Territory show that drug use isn’t just a police issue. It’s a workplace safety concern too. Earlier this month, NT Police…
Making sense of drug and alcohol test reports in the workplace
For those outside the workplace drug and alcohol testing industry, reviewing a laboratory report can feel like navigating a foreign language. A quick glance and you may feel the urge…
Workplace Alcohol Testing in Victoria: Debunking Common Myths
When you think about alcohol testing in Victoria, you probably picture a police officer on the side of the road, breathalyser in hand, making sure drivers aren’t over the limit.…
Workplace drug and alcohol testing under the microscope
When it comes to alcohol and drugs in the workplace, there are many questions—and even more misconceptions. From how long alcohol and drugs stay in your system to whether there’s…
Drugs and Alcohol: The 3 Most Important Things To Protect Your Queensland Warehousing Business
In Queensland’s warehousing and distribution sector, safety is critical. With forklifts moving goods in tight spaces, trucks being loaded under time pressure, employees manual handling heavy goods and working for…
Understanding the rise in alcohol and drug use among Australian women
In recent years, Australia has seen a significant shift in alcohol and drug use patterns—one that many may not be aware of. So, what exactly is changing, and what does…
Workplace Vehicle Safety in South Australia: Why Drug and Alcohol Management Must Be a Priority
When it comes to workplace safety in South Australia, one risk stands out above the rest—vehicles. Whether it’s cars, trucks, or other machinery used on the job, vehicle use is…
New workplace drug and alcohol management requirements strengthens safety in the maritime industry
If you work in the maritime industry, yesterday marked an important day for strengthening workplace drug and alcohol management and in turn safety. As of June 1, the Australian Maritime…
Do you need a drug and alcohol policy for your Tasmanian business?
When it comes to workplace safety in Tasmania, few topics are as important — and potentially complex — as managing the risks associated with drugs and alcohol. If you operate…