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. …
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,…
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…
Discover a faster, non-invasive, and more efficient approach to workplace drug testing. See firsthand how fingerprint drug testing streamlines sample collection, reduces labour, and improves compliance. Explore the limitations and challenges of traditional workplace drug testing methods, including urine and saliva. See how fingerprint sweat-based drug testing offers a simple, scalable, and more cost-effective alternative….
Employers are not just responsible for having a drug and alcohol policy. They must ensure it is legally defensible, consistently applied, and aligned with their risk profile. A poorly designed or inconsistently enforced policy can create more liability than having no policy at all. A drug and alcohol policy that is vague or unevenly enforced…
Smurfit Westrock leads the world in sustainable paper-based packaging, building on a proud legacy since 1934. In the UK alone, the company operates across 38 sites, delivering innovative corrugated solutions that support the retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, and logistics industries. For more than 90 years, the company has matched its reputation for operational excellence with an…
Learn how to evaluate and compare the four most common drug testing methods: urine, saliva, hair, and fingerprint so that you can choose the right solution for your workforce, your environment, and your safety goals. Whether you’re screening 10 people a year at a single location or overseeing a multi-site, high-risk operation, your drug testing…
In this video, we unbox the contents of your new Intelligent Fingerprinting drug testing kit. The kit delivers fast, non-invasive workplace testing that makes compliance simple, efficient, and hygienic. We walk through each component, including the portable Reader, testing Cartridges, printer, and accessories. Every element works together to streamline testing, whether you conduct routine, random,…
A&F Sprinklers Ltd (“A&F”) designs, installs, and maintains automatic fire sprinkler systems across the UK, delivering trusted solutions for over 40 years. Known for precision and a people-first approach, the company leads the industry in safety, innovation, and operational excellence. A&F’s commitment to wellbeing goes beyond fire protection. It shapes how it supports its workforce….
Precision Stevedores provides highly trained staff across major UK ports, consistently setting the benchmark for safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. Since its inception in 2018, the company has operated with a clear mission: to deliver flexible and dependable staff to work in complex dockside environments. Managing Director John Daniels explains that safety isn’t just a…
