Implementing a drug and alcohol policy is a critical step for any business to ensure a safe and productive workplace. However, having a policy is just the beginning. The real…
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The importance of drug testing in NSW workplaces highlighted
On the surface, media articles about roadside drug testing, drug seizures and tough industrial manslaughter penalties in New South Wales mightn’t seem to have much in common. However, there is…
Debunking myths about hair follicle drug testing
Hair follicle drug testing has gained popularity around the world due to its accuracy and extended detection window. However, that hasn’t stopped myths about the testing method flourishing, causing confusion…
Implementing drug testing in your Northern Territory workplace
If you’re a workplace owner or manager in Darwin or the Northern Territory in a safety-sensitive industry, there’s something you need to do this financial year. It’s not directly related…
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,…
Testing times for cannabis in Victoria
In recent months, the Victorian Government has announced they will conduct a trial to determine whether Victorians who use medicinal cannabis can drive safely. They’ve partnered with Swinburne University of…
Why do people take drugs?
For those who have never experimented with illegal drugs, it can be tempting to judge individuals who do. It’s easy to be critical when faced with headlines detailing overdoses, drug-related…
Drug testing in Queensland really can catch you anywhere
You may have heard the phrase ‘Drug testing in Queensland can catch you anytime, anywhere’. This refers to the fact that if you take drugs and operate a vehicle, police…
Putting your drug and alcohol policy to the test
Imagine if you were the coach of a sporting club and your star player violated a team policy. Would you give them another chance, trade them at the end of…
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…
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…
Top 8 tips for a robust drug and alcohol policy
If you’re concerned about the impact of drugs and alcohol in your Tasmanian workplace, the first step in taking control is to develop a drug and alcohol policy. According to…
Bali introduces random roadside drug testing
The holiday hotpot Bali has started random roadside drug testing. While this is seemingly bad news for those Australians who like to travel and, dare we say it, play up,…
Industrial manslaughter laws in WA make drug and alcohol testing even more vital
In March 2022, WA introduced a new offence of industrial manslaughter under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020; an offence that makes drug and alcohol testing in your business…
Take a breath before you buy a breathalyser
We know that alcohol is a leading cause of death on the roads. We also know that it’s a significant contributor to workplace injuries. So, why not get online or…
Calls to include opioids in NSW roadside drug testing
While there are always people who would like to see roadside drug testing decreased, there are those that would like to see it increased and extended to improve safety. Like…
Breaking down the myths about workplace drug and alcohol management
There are some people who think drug and alcohol management is only required for high-risk industries, implementing testing is too expensive, employees should be allowed to do what they want…
Road tragedies could lead to more drug testing on NT roads
A rise in road fatalities in the Northern Territory, a recent police blitz and a worrying trend could lead to more roadside drug testing in the NT. One of the…
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…
Alcohol testing failure not ultimate consequence
As we have highlighted previously, getting caught in alcohol testing is far from the ultimate consequence of having a few drinks and getting behind the wheel. In a recent case…