Drug testing has hit the headlines in recent days with Channel 7’s Weekend Sunrise running a special piece on whether bosses should have the right to conduct drug testing for…
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Saliva testing for drugs better for your Victorian business
In our role, one of the questions we’ve been asked a lot since we started drug and alcohol testing over 15 years ago is which is best for my Victorian…
Drug testing – it’s not a pile of sewage!
Next time you go to the toilet keep in mind that you might be taking part in drug testing! Back in August 2016, we bought you the story of research…
Drug and alcohol testing in Perth nets pilot
Drug and alcohol testing in Perth workplaces may be becoming more common, but you probably wouldn’t expect that an A380 pilot would be one of those caught out. According to…
You failed a workplace drug test – what now?
You’ve failed a workplace drug test, so what happens now? In a recent blog (see What happens if you fail a workplace drug test?) we looked at the importance of…
Busy time for alcohol testing in Tasmania
The countdown to the Festive Season is on and for workplace bosses in Tasmania it can be a time of increased stress. That’s because of the increase in parties and…
Drug use – it’s a killer!
I’m just an occasional user. One pill won’t hurt me. It’s simply a little fun. We’ve all heard the reasoning and excuses but the fact is, one ecstasy tablet or…
Will workplace drug testing in Queensland pick up medicinal cannabis?
Queensland doctors will soon be able to prescribe medicinal cannabis to patients, so will this lead to a spike in positive workplace drug testing results in Queensland? As outlined in…
What happens if you fail a workplace drug test?
As an employee, what will happen if you fail a workplace drug test? As an employer, what process must you follow when one of your workers fails drug testing? Failed…
Random drug testing can protect your Victorian business
With the constant media attention on drugs in our society, if you are a business owner or manager in Victoria you could be forgiven for feeling nervous about whether your…
Workplace alcohol testing a must
If you’re a business owner or manager who’s been keeping up with the latest trends on alcohol consumption and roadside alcohol testing, you could be forgiven for thinking that workplace…
Perth workplace drug testing on the rise
The number of workplaces that are conducting workplace drug testing in Perth is on the rise, with St John Ambulance possibly soon to join the throng. According to a recent…
Can you refuse a workplace drug test?
As an employee, can you refuse a workplace drug test? This question may seem simple and you may think that a yes or no answer applies, but in practice the…
Local footballers to face drug testing in Tasmania?
Police have conducted random roadside drug testing in Tasmania since 2005 and Integrity Sampling has conducted workplace drug testing in the state well before this, but now there are calls…
Drugs and alcohol in the workplace – what’s the true cost?
What’s the true cost of drugs and alcohol in the workplace? In dollar terms, the impact of drugs and alcohol in the workplace is relatively easy to define… And it’s…
Drug and alcohol testing in Queensland workplaces a must
If you own or manage a workplace in Queensland you may think you don’t need to conduct drug and alcohol testing. You may be confident that your workers wouldn’t take…
Drug and alcohol support vital in the workplace
If you own or manage an Australian workplace, having a robust drug and alcohol management policy is a vital part of an overall health and safety plan. And a vital…
Saliva testing for drugs a win for Melbourne and Victorian motorists
Because most of us do it every day, we don’t take notice of how complex a task driving is. It’s not just the physical qualities of driving, it’s the mental…
Drug use a worldwide issue
Drugs aren’t just an issue in Australian workplaces. They aren’t just an issue on our roadsides. And they’re not just an issue in Australian communities. Drug use is a worldwide…
Meth main drug detected in Perth and Western Australian drug testing
When it comes to workplace drug testing in Perth and Western Australia, methamphetamines – including ICE – are public enemy number one. While nationwide statistics show that methamphetamines are not…