Princebuild, a leading construction firm with operations across seven sites and six divisions, has adopted the Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Testing System to strengthen its workplace safety programme. The company has transitioned from saliva testing to fingerprint-based screening to introduce a more efficient, in-house solution that supports both operational needs and employee dignity.
A Safer, More Efficient Approach
Headquartered in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, Princebuild employs the fingerprint system to enhance safety and compliance across its workforce. The simple, quick, and hygienic process enables the HR team to carry out testing on site, providing rapid results with a shorter detection window. This focus ensures employees are fit for duty at the time of testing, without intruding on their personal lifestyles.
Cheryl Browne, Human Resources Support Manager at Princebuild, explained:
“By adopting the fingerprint system, we’ve transformed our approach to workplace testing. We wanted a method that ensures safety without feeling like we are policing lifestyles. The simplicity and efficiency of this solution align perfectly with our company values.”
Widely Adopted in Construction
Princebuild joins a growing list of construction companies using fingerprint testing, including Mount Anvil, Hayfield Homes, Stonbury, MBP Structures, and PJ Hegarty & Sons U.K. Ltd. These organisations use the system as part of their health and safety strategies to deter substance misuse and maintain safe, productive sites.
About the Technology
The Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening System collects fingerprint sweat from all ten fingers in under a minute using a tamper-evident Cartridge. Results are displayed in less than ten minutes via a portable analysis unit. The system screens for multiple substances simultaneously, including opiates, cocaine, methamphetamine, and cannabis.
With more than 400 customers across 19 countries, Intelligent Fingerprinting is supporting safety-critical industries such as construction, mining, manufacturing, transport, drug treatment, law enforcement, and forensics.
About Princebuild
Princebuild Limited has cared for, maintained, and built properties since 1971. The company specialises in delivering diverse construction services through six key divisions: construction, small works, insurance, maintenance, building services, and commercial interiors. Over the years, Princebuild has expanded its operations to serve the entire East of England and provides national coverage for larger projects.
