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.…
Category: Workplace drug and alcohol management
Workplace drug and alcohol management is the first step in protecting a workplace from the scourge of drugs and alcohol.
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…
Workplace drug and alcohol management is everyone’s responsibility
Ask who is responsible for safety in a workplace and most people point straight to management. That response may be convenient, but it’s also incomplete. Workplace safety, including workplace drug…
The Financial Risks of Poor Drug and Alcohol Management in Your Workplace
While safety is the primary reason to implement robust drug and alcohol management, let’s face it—many of us are driven by money. And it’s the same in business. So, here’s…
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…
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…
The true cost of workplace drug and alcohol use
When it comes to workplace safety and productivity, few issues are as critical yet overlooked as drug and alcohol use. Many business owners and managers assume substance abuse is a…