Frequently Asked Questions

Why is drug and alcohol testing important?

Put simply, drugs and alcohol in the workplace affects costs, productivity, safety and morale. Did you know that every year, drug and alcohol abuse is costing Australian businesses over $4.5 billion a year in lost production alone.

Drug testing and alcohol screening can significantly contributes to reducing the costs of medical, property and liability insurance as well as workers compensation claims. Testing also provides the added benefits of improving safety, productivity and staff morale.

What type of drug testing is there?

Urine testing, saliva testing and alcohol breath testing are the most common methods used in Australian workplaces.

Want to find out more about the drug testing process? Read about Rapid Test Methods and Drug Classification