Wall-mounted breathalyser drives traffic management compliance
19 September, 2025 | Supplied by: Andatech Pty LtdA wall-mounted breathalyser that uses facial recognition, SMS alerts and onsite sensor replacement has helped a traffic management provider drive compliance.
Fake SafeWork SA Inspector prompts regulator warning
22 August, 2025A man who impersonated a SafeWork SA Inspector and subjected two workers to a roadside drug and alcohol test has prompted the regulator to issue a warning.
A shift in mindset — the case for drug and alcohol self-testing
11 July, 2025 | Supplied by: TouchBio AustraliaTraditional drug and alcohol testing policies tend to be punitive, but such an approach not only damages trust — it also misses early opportunities to intervene and support.
Top tips: Starting a workplace drug and alcohol testing program
14 July, 2023 by Glenn Dobson, CEO, The Drug Detection Agency | Supplied by: TDDA - The Drug Detection AgencyImplementing a comprehensive and robust workplace testing program can help to reduce drug- and alcohol-related risks and create a safer work environment.
Pathtech Alcolizer Breathalyser range
01 February, 2023 | Supplied by: Pathtech Pty LtdThe Alcolizer Breathalyser range is suitable for small to large companies and features easy-to-use menu screens to carry out on-site alcohol breath testing.
Workplace drug and alcohol programs: some key considerations
02 November, 2022 by Amy SteedWhen it comes to substance abuse in the workplace, construction is considered one of the high-risk industries.
Dräger DrugCheck 3000 oral fluid drug test
23 September, 2022 | Supplied by: Draeger Australia Pty. Ltd.The Dräger DrugCheck 3000 has been independently verified to AS/NZS 4760:2019.
Saliva-based drug testing tech drives bus group safety
27 October, 2021 | Supplied by: Alcolizer TechnologyAn advanced drug and alcohol testing solution has been adopted by a bus operator to ensure the safety of their workforce, through in-house, saliva-based drug testing.
Predictive Safety AlertMeter app
19 July, 2021 | Supplied by: Alert for WorkAlertMeter uses advanced algorithms to detect effects of fatigue, illness, drugs, alcohol, stress and dehydration, to support worker alertness for a safer workplace.
Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine approved for rollout in Australia
29 January, 2021The TGA has approved the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine in Australia, with rollout set to occur in five phases, with priority groups to receive the vaccine first.
5 biggest pitfalls of workplace D&A policies and how to avoid them
22 October, 2020 by Karen Castledine, Managing Director, Work Options | Supplied by: Work OptionsThis article outlines the five biggest pitfalls of workplace drug and alcohol policies together with how to avoid them; two case studies are included to demonstrate.
Risk factor: drug and alcohol testing during COVID-19
12 October, 2020 by Paul Molinia, General Manager of Rehabilitation (NSW, ACT, SA & Qld), Recovery Partners | Supplied by: Recovery PartnersAre drug and alcohol (D&A) testing protocols still necessary during COVID-19, or do the contamination possibilities of D&A tests pose more risks than they allay?
Construction: six health risk behaviours
21 July, 2020US research has found that construction workers are more prone to certain behaviours — such as smoking and binge drinking — that could negatively impact their health.
Health bus boosts COVID-19 safety on construction sites
03 June, 2020 | Supplied by: IncolinkSince late April, a health bus has been visiting Victorian construction sites, offering coronavirus (COVID-19) mobile testing facilities for workers.
Risky drinking in construction: a 2020 Australian study
21 May, 2020High prevalence of risky drinking in the construction industry reflects mid-life pressures and demanding work roles, a 2020 Flinders University study suggests.
