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Introducing or updating a workplace drug testing programme requires clear communication with employees. This free resource pack provides organisations with materials to explain why testing is done, what employees can expect, and how drug screening supports workplace safety. The pack includes posters, employee guidance, and management support materials. These can be printed, displayed on site,…
In prison, workplace drug testing is a critical part of protecting staff and the wider community. At HMP Parc, a Category B men’s private prison in South Wales, G4S has introduced fingerprint drug testing to strengthen anti-corruption measures and improve the efficiency of its drug testing programme. For G4S, the move from urine drug testing to fingerprint drug testing has helped: Increase testing capacity. Reduce operational disruption. …
Fingerprint drug testing is a versatile, non-invasive method for workplace drug screening, particularly in safety-critical industries. Employers exploring drug and alcohol testing solutions are increasingly adopting this approach due to its speed, reliability, and portability. Despite this, several misconceptions remain. These often relate to privacy, accuracy, sample collection, and the interpretation of results. Many of…
How does the body absorb, metabolise, and excrete drugs? How can drugs be detected through sweat? How does fingerprint drug testing work, and how does it compare with traditional urine and saliva testing? This practical science-led webinar explains the biological and technical principles behind fingerprint drug testing, giving organisations a clear understanding of how the method works and how it…
For HR teams, the challenge of creating and implementing a drug and alcohol policy is a difficult balancing act. How do you create one or improve a policy you’ve inherited? How do you introduce it in a way that feels fair, proportionate, and clearly understood by employees? What testing method should we use? A poorly communicated drug and alcohol testing programme can create suspicion,…
With workplace drug testing on the rise, understanding the science and accuracy behind fingerprint drug tests is crucial, particularly for organisations reviewing drug and alcohol testing approaches. This blog explores how fingerprint drug testing measures up in terms of accuracy, reliability, and why it is a trusted solution for employers across UK drug testing environments….
Fingerprint drug testing is a modern method for workplace drug testing, offering a non-invasive, efficient, and accurate alternative to traditional drug and alcohol testing approaches. However, donors and employers alike have concerns about its potential to capture fingerprint biometric data, which could violate employee privacy and GDPR compliance. This blog will outline how fingerprint drug…
Originally published by Näringsliv Varberg. Just over 20 years ago, Hans Spjotgard was nearly killed by a drunk driver. Today, he is the CEO of Clean Test Sweden, a company specialising in drug testing for carriers and logistics companies. “I suffered multiple open fractures and was completely shattered. Doctors initially thought I had a head…
Employers increasingly ask how long marijuana stays in your system. In safety-critical industries, determining current impairment levels through workplace drug testing is crucial for making informed decisions about employee fitness-for-duty. This blog will explore how long marijuana remains in the body, the various factors that influence its detection, and why focusing on fitness-for-duty testing is…
Founded in 1884, Whitworth Brothers has led the UK flour milling industry for nearly 140 years. The company produces high-quality flour for bakeries and food manufacturers. Today, Whitworth Brothers produces nearly 1.5 million tonnes of flour annually. The company has grown from 190 to about 850 employees, making it the largest flour milling company in…
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