We harp on about the need for workplace drug and alcohol testing, but does it actually make a difference? While few studies have been conducted on the subject, perhaps because of the complexities of doing so, one study that did was published in the Safety Science Journal in October 2014. As the study authors say...
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Workplace drug and alcohol testing
Safely does it, with workplace drug and alcohol testing
Workplace drug and alcohol testing is seen by some to be controversial, however, when it’s handled properly and done for the right reason it’s absolutely unnecessary for it to be seen as contentious. What is the right reason? It’s pretty simple – safety. As we’ve highlighted before in our blogs, workplace drug and alcohol testing...
Workplace drug and alcohol testing can protect businesses
Why should your business consider drug and alcohol testing, particularly if your workplace has safety critical roles? There are many good reasons, but perhaps the most compelling is the research that shows that 80 per cent of adults in Australia drink alcohol, 15 per cent take illegal drugs and 11.4 per cent misuse medications. With...
Drug and alcohol testing – don’t stick your head in the sand
If you’re a business owner or manager, it’s easy to fall into the trap of sticking your head in the sand when it comes to issues, believing they won’t affect you or your business. But when it comes to drug and alcohol testing and the management of drug and alcohol issues, statistics suggest that this...