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…
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Visit Integrity Sampling at the Workplace Health and Safety Show in Melbourne
We’re heading to Melbourne for the Workplace Health & Safety Show – and you’re invited! Join Integrity Sampling at Australia’s leading safety event and discover how cutting-edge drug and alcohol…
Giving up the grog? Plan to fail to succeed!
If you want to quit drinking alcohol or cut back, chances are you’ve tried before… And failed. So, here’s news that hopefully makes you feel better. A clinical psychologist says…
Silly or dangerous? Drug and alcohol testing fails in Tasmania
There’s little doubt that taking drugs and drinking to excess can make people do silly and sometimes dangerous things. And we need look no further than behaviours on our roads…
The effects of illegal drugs: What you need to know
At Integrity Sampling, our primary focus is on the impact of illegal drug use in the workplace. However, we also recognise the broader harm these substances cause in homes, communities…
Manufacturing a case for drug and alcohol testing in Queensland
Drug and alcohol testing in Queensland’s manufacturing workplaces may not be legally mandatory, but if you’re serious about safeguarding your employees and your workplace, it should be a tool you…
SA’s Chain of Responsibility makes drug and alcohol management in transportation a must
Are there laws in South Australia that specifically state that workplaces need to manage drugs and alcohol, or indeed undertake drug and alcohol testing? As we’ve highlighted before in our…
FAQs about alcohol that may surprise you
When it comes to alcohol, there’s no shortage of myths and misconceptions. Many people are unaware of how alcohol truly affects their bodies, behaviour and even their workplace performance. Understanding…
History of drug and alcohol use in Australia
Australia is a nation where alcohol and drug use has become deeply ingrained in society. Today, we rank among the highest consumers of methamphetamine per capita globally and have one…
Drugs and alcohol affect young and old
When most people think about issues with drugs and alcohol, they often presume it’s the young that are most at risk. However, as a new report has again shown, older…
Organisation gives HOPE to Western Australia
A media article has shone the spotlight on an organisation that for 120 years has likely touched the lives every Western Australian, but many of us still wouldn’t know their…
Where do we spend our hard-earned to fight drugs?
The issues of illicit drugs in Australia are well-known, so what are Australian government doing about it? According to a report by the University of New South Wales, they’re putting…
The correlation between Tasmanian roads and workplaces
One of the reasons that some businesses in Tasmania will give for not conducting drug and alcohol testing is that none of their employees do the wrong thing. However, if…
Driving safety with drug-free driving
While safety on our roads is everyone’s desire – and responsibility – there’s a group of people for whom the roads are more than a way to get to work,…
Staggering SA alcohol testing high
It seems that Justin Timberlake’s drunk driving antics has spurred a South Australian driver to new highs. Or should that be new lows? The driver was caught in alcohol testing…
If you buy drugs online, what will you receive?
If a doctor prescribes you medication, there are many checks and balances in place to ensure you receive what you need, in the quantities you need. If you buy drugs…
Is more roadside drug testing required in NSW?
Easter may have well and truly come and gone, but in New South Wales the lingering concern over drug driving and the belief by some that roadside drug testing in…
Latest survey reveals extend of alcohol and drugs issue
Statistics from the latest National Drug Strategy Household Survey (NDSHS) have been released and show the extent of the alcohol and drug issue in Australia. It also throws up some…
Can you accidently fail a workplace drug or alcohol test?
Can you accidently fail a workplace drug test because of something you’ve eaten? Can you fail an alcohol test even though you believe you haven’t consumed any alcohol? From the…
How do you interpret a laboratory report for drug testing?
Here at Integrity Sampling, drug and alcohol testing is what we do. We’re experts at it and we’re passionate about it! However, we understand that not everyone is like us.…