In workplace drug screening, what many employers call a “positive drug test” is actually a “non-negative screening result”. Only a laboratory can confirm a positive or negative result. Regardless of what we call it, a non-negative drug screening result is one of the most stressful moments in a shift. Employers must manage immediate pressures, including…
This guide provides a high-level overview of using the Confirmatory Analysis Kit, but it does not replace official Intelligent Fingerprinting training, the product instructions for use, or your organisation’s drug and alcohol policy. Proper training helps ensure that samples are collected, documented, packaged, and sent correctly. It also supports a clear chain of custody from…
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…
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…
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…
Oral fluid drug testing, also called saliva or mouth swab testing, is a common method used for workplace drug screening. Employers often choose it because it is fast, simple, and detects recent drug use. However, several misconceptions exist about the capabilities and drawbacks of oral drug testing. These often stem from confusion about detection windows,…
Urine drug testing is a method many employers choose to support their drug and alcohol testing programmes, often assuming it is the most reliable and cost-effective option. This blog explores the strengths and limitations of urine drug testing to help organisations make informed decisions about their workplace drug testing programmes. Below are five common myths…
Each year, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) publishes the World Drug Report, one of the most widely referenced global assessments of illicit drug markets, production, trafficking, and patterns of drug use. The 2025 edition of the report provides updated analysis of global drug trends and their implications for governments, public health…
The UK government has launched a new £4 million research and development “innovation challenge” aimed at cutting construction costs and speeding up project delivery by harnessing modern construction methods, digitisation, and industrialised processes. The initiative forms part of a wider R&D Missions Accelerator Programme, with the aim of delivering measurable savings and efficiency improvements across the…
