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Stay Informed: Explore our blog for the latest insights on alcohol and drug testing, including research, regulatory updates, and helpful tips to ensure safety, compliance, and well-being. Browse all articles below or select a topic of interest to view relevant articles.
Highways Traffic improved alcohol testing compliance and reduced downtime by switching from handheld breathalysers to Andatech’s wall-mounted Soberlive FRX, boosting safety across day and night shifts.
How Crown Melbourne uses Andatech breathalysers to support responsible service of alcohol, empower patrons to make informed decisions, and promote a culture of safety across its iconic venue.
Here’s what you need to know about meeting your duty of care and keeping staff and patients safe that is in line with the new Model Code of Practice highlights...
We have prepared this guide to share practical, respectful strategies to approach conversations around alcohol and drug use in Australian workplaces, supporting safety and wellbeing without judgment.
Stress and burnout aren’t just bad for morale — they’re closely linked to rising substance use at work. Learn how psychological distress fuels drug and alcohol risks, and what your...
Queensland workplaces are governed by strict health and safety obligations—especially when it comes to drug and alcohol use on the job. While many Australians are familiar with national WHS guidelines,...
As vaping becomes more widespread, Australian employers are facing new challenges. Is vaping allowed indoors? How does it impact health, safety, and workplace culture? Here’s what you need to know.
A 0.00% BAC doesn’t always mean a worker is fit for duty. In safety-sensitive industries, next-day alcohol impairment can still put your workplace at risk. Learn how to spot it...
Choosing the right drug testing kit depends on the situation. Whether you're hiring, responding to an incident, or testing at home, learn when to use urine vs saliva tests —...
Andatech returns to the WHS Show in Melbourne this week! Visit Stand J21 to see live demos of our latest workplace breathalysers and drug testing kits, enter our raffle, and...
School drug testing can be sensitive, but with the right communication, it becomes a tool for early intervention and student wellbeing. Here’s how schools can engage parents and students respectfully.
With rising mental health claims and substance misuse linked to stress, bullying, and poor job design, businesses can no longer ignore the connection between mental wellbeing and drug safety. This...
Not sure when it’s okay to drug test your employees? This guide explains the right times to test, when it’s not legally allowed, and how to stay compliant in Australia.
Set the standard for safety, fairness, and compliance in your workplace.
Learn the best practices to better implement a pre-employment drug screening process in your organisation to help maintain a drug-free environment in your workplace.
Post-incident drug and alcohol testing is a vital part of any workplace safety strategy. This guide explores when to test, what to avoid, and the certified tools every business should...
Random drug testing helps maintain a safe and drug-free workplace by detecting substance use before it becomes a safety risk. But how does it work? What are employee rights, and...
Starting 1 June 2025, AMSA will require all DCV operators to have a drug and alcohol policy in their Safety Management System. Learn how to comply.
Creating a safer workplace for women requires proactive measures like drug and alcohol testing, stronger policies, and better training. Learn how businesses can prioritise safety and compliance in 2025.
Workplace safety starts with choosing the right breathalyser. This guide breaks down different types of workplace breathalysers, key features, and best practices to help you make an informed decision.
Different laws including the Model WHS Act 2011 note that employers are responsible for ensuring the safety of their employees, and this includes making sure that they are fit for...
Developing a WHS Management plan is crucial to prevent unwanted accidents at the workplace and keep your team informed on what to do should an accident happen.
This blog post explores one of the fastest rising street drugs in Australia, its dangers and how you can detect fentanyl use among individuals to promote a safer environment.
With over $60 billion worth of claims caused by substance use-related injuries at the workplace, ensuring safety on the job is paramount. Breathalysers can help ensure sobriety wherever you are.
Workplace drug and alcohol testing discourages employees from using substances at work. It also helps employers find troubled individuals and offer them the right support.
Australia saw 293 WHS prosecutions in 2023, with Victoria accounting for 45% of those cases. State-specific trends from Safework Australia reflect the need for business owners to improve their compliance...
Implementing supportive employee assistance programmes can help employees going through addiction issues recover safely in an environment where they feel supported.
Implementing a drugs and alcohol testing policy in your workplace can be met with concern and resistance from team members. Here, we address how drug testing works and why transparency...
We reveal trends from the latest National Drug Strategy Household Survey 2022-23, including drug and alcohol consumption trends, policies, and targets.
Australian women aged 18-24 are now using drugs at a rate equal to that of young men for the first time in recorded history.
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority has produced guidelines for preparing a holistic drug and alcohol management plan. Here, we discover how these plans help ensure safety within the industry.
The 2024 Global EHS readiness report found that 97% of organisations are not ready for EHS risks. This blog post discovers the statistics of EHS readiness, how it's calculated and...
Workplace drug testing usually happens before employment, during cases of suspicion and sometimes at random. We discuss why it happens and what you should know about workplace drug testing.
The abuse of drugs and alcohol is a prevalent problem in Australia that leads to a number of different societal problems that could potentially damage the fabric of society. If...
In conjunction with National Safe Work Month, we reflect on the real-life dangers of working under the influence of alcohol and drugs in Australia and how it spells catastrophe.
This guide answers questions regarding the use of medical marijuana or cannabis at the workplace and how employers can respond to its increased use.
A household name in breathalysers, we look at what sets Andatech apart from the crowd and why you should choose Andatech for your safety.
Urine and saliva drug test kits are two of the most common methods for drug testing used at the workplace. Both methods of drug testing come with their own pros...
This blog post discusses the first crucial step to ensuring a safer and more productive workplace: efficient education that will, in turn, empower employees and the workforce to make smart...
To maintain a safe working environment, employers conduct pre-employment drug testing to screen candidates before joining the workforce. Here’s what you need to know about the procedure.
As drug test kits become an integral part of workplace safety, law enforcement and other fields of work, we take a look at how accurate a drug test kit really...
The implementation of alcohol breath tests has become an integral tool in maintaining public safety. However, their usage raises important ethical questions regarding privacy, civil liberties and the potential for...
Urine drug test kits are among the two most common drug test kits used for screening at workplaces, in medical establishments and even at home. Having an understanding of how...
The use of drugs and alcohol at the workplace cause billions of dollars every year in absenteeism and lost production as well as injuries and even death.
By following some these guidelines, society as a whole will be able to stop the transmission of the COVID virus, ensuring the safety of Australians.
Alcohol use is known to cause negative health impacts on the Australian community, backed by the solid numbers in the latest report published by the AIHW.
There are 6 major steps in setting up an alcohol and drug testing policy that meets the specific needs of your workplace to create a safe working environment.
Besides ensuring a safe working environment, alcohol and drug testing helps boost employee productivity and combats substance use issues in the community.
In short, it is legal for employers in Australia to conduct workplace drug testing in accordance with the company's alcohol and drug testing policy.