Publications

Free Download Printable Drug Testing Resource Pack

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,…

White Paper: The Science Behind Fingerprint Drug Testing

Introducing a workplace drug testing programme requires confidence in the method behind it. This white paper explains the science behind fingerprint drug testing, showing how the body processes drugs, how sweat carries detectable substances, and why fingerprint sweat provides a valid sample for identifying recent drug use. This free resource breaks down the biological mechanisms…

HR's Guide to Workplace Drug Testing

Introducing effective workplace drug testing is critical for maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive environment. This white paper offers human resources (HR) professionals a comprehensive guide to implementing a workplace drug testing policy that balances employee wellbeing with legal and safety obligations. From understanding regulatory compliance to managing employee concerns, this resource provides actionable…

Legal Defence White Paper

A strong drug and alcohol policy protects your workforce and your organisation from legal, operational, and reputational risk. A vague or inconsistently applied policy can leave you exposed to prosecution, financial penalties, and long-term damage to your brand. This white paper is designed for Human Resources (HR), Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), and compliance leaders…

Legal Defence White Paper

Health and safety is about more than meeting regulations. It is about creating a workplace where every employee feels protected and valued. As the landscape evolves, one issue is becoming increasingly important: inclusivity. Modern safety practices must be accessible, equitable, and responsive to the diverse needs of today’s workforce. A truly inclusive health and safety…

Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening Reader

With almost 1 in 10 UK workers admitting to recent drug use [1], and 16% of UK employers saying that they have had suspicions about staff members being under the influence [2], it is clear that drug misuse is a serious concern when it comes to health and safety in the workplace. Strengthening workplace safety…

Fingerprint Drug Test at Rome Fiumicino Airport

Learn how fingerprint drug testing can help airport and border control teams identify suspected body packers quickly, support intelligence led investigations, and accelerate decisions on further medical imaging. Body packing remains a serious challenge for airport and border control teams. This white paper explores how fingerprint drug testing can support the rapid screening of suspected…

Drug Testing Product

Introducing Intelligent Fingerprinting – the fingerprint-based approach to drug testing that’s simply more convenient all round. • Quick and easy – sample collection in seconds, results in 10 minutes • Hygienic and portable – hassle-free drug testing anytime, almost anywhere • Versatile and dignified – ideal for many different organisations and applications • One-stop solution…

Journal of Analytical Toxicology - Drug Screening Using the Sweat of a Fingerprint

A peer-reviewed study published in the Journal of Analytical Toxicology provides compelling evidence that fingerprint-based drug screening is a reliable and effective method for detecting drugs of abuse. The research, titled “Drug Screening using the Sweat of a Fingerprint: Lateral Flow Detection of Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabinol, Cocaine, Opiates and Amphetamine,” demonstrates that the sweat residue left in…

Prof David Russell Selected Publications

Our Founder and Chief Scientific Officer, Prof David Russell, has published a number of research papers relating to the detection of drugs and drug metabolites in fingerprint sweat: Advances in fingerprint analysis P. Hazarika and D. A. Russell Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2012, 51, 3524-3531. DOI: 10.1002/anie.201104313 “Multiplexed detection of metabolites of narcotic drugs from a single…