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Category: Workplace drug testing
Workplace drug testing is vital for protecting safety-focussed workplaces from the scourge of drugs. Find out more about this important practice.
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,…
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…
Navigating the use of medicinal cannabis on the road and in the workplace
As the use of medicinal cannabis becomes more prevalent in Australia, it is crucial for both patients and workplaces to understand the implications of its use, particularly concerning driving and…
What medications can be detected in workplace drug testing?
Many people assume that workplace drug testing only detects illegal substances such as cannabis, heroin, methamphetamines, cocaine, and MDMA. However, this isn’t the case. Prescription medications and even some over-the-counter…
How does random workplace drug testing work?
When you begin implementing a drug and alcohol management program for your workplace, one of the decisions you’ll need to make is around testing. Not just whether you’ll conduct drug…
What happens if an employee tests positive for drugs
Employee drug testing is an essential tool for maintaining safety, productivity and compliance. One question that is often asked by employers considering implementing testing is “What happens if an employee…
Is having an ‘accident’ in your pants a good reason to avoid workplace drug testing?
Is having an “accident” in your pants a good excuse to avoid workplace drug testing? According to a recent Fair Work Commission decision, the answer is no. In a case…
Can an employer demand a workplace drug test
It’s just before midnight and your shift in the warehouse will soon begin. Your feeling tired already, likely not helped by a few joints of cannabis you smoked with mates…
Medicinal cannabis and workplace drug testing: what you need to know
With the rising growth of medicinal cannabis use in Australia, it’s likely more people are putting their jobs at risk without knowing. More importantly, they could be putting their safety,…
10-minutes to drug and alcohol education ecstasy
If you’re a workplace manager in South Australia and you don’t think you have time for drug and alcohol education, think again. Even a 10-minute session can pay dividends. Introducing…
Drug testing in the line of duty
They’re the people who help to keep us safe and come to our rescue when we’re in trouble. Given the vital job police officers, ambulance officers, paramedics and other emergency…
Which type of workplace drug testing will you employ?
In the world of workplace drug and alcohol testing, there are different types of testing you can employ. In this blog, we’ll explain what the different types of testing are…
What happens if you fail a drug test at work?
If you work in an industry where safety is a priority – such as transportation, aviation, manufacturing or mining – chances are you need to regularly undergo workplace drug testing.…
What consequences will you face for failing workplace drug testing?
Picture this. You’ve had a big night out with mates. While knocking back a few drinks of alcohol, you also consume illegal drugs to heighten your enjoyment of the evening.…
Workplace drug testing the only way to know
You keep reading about the prevalence of drug abuse in the media and you can’t help but wonder if any of your employees are coming to work under the influence.…
How long can drugs stay in your system?
During a night out with friends, you’ve taken an illegal drug. You’re not a regular user and it’s only a small amount, so when you get up the next morning…
Workplace drug testing the quick and convenient way
It wasn’t long ago when most of us were occasionally subjected to a swab down the throat and nose for a COVID-19 PCR test. Certainly not painful, but it could…
Drug testing catches out pilot in Melbourne
Last week, mainstream media broke the news of a Jetstar pilot who had been stood down for drug-related offences. The suspension took place after authorities in Melbourne allegedly detected traces…
How drug testing can benefit your workplace
You can’t pick up a newspaper, turn on the television or visit an online news site without seeing more information about cost of living pressures. Inflation is hitting individuals and…