As the prevalence of medicinal cannabis use and unprescribed cannabis consumption for conditions like insomnia, pain relief, and anxiety continues to rise among adults in Australia and New Zealand, a growing concern arises. “Many patients opt for cannabis due to the perceived tolerability of its side effects in comparison to other medications. Nevertheless, it is paramount for doctors to be vigilant in recognizing and appropriately managing these side effects and related issues. ” read more Recognised As… the peak body of drug testing in Australia enquiries@wdta.org.au Sign u ..read more

Workplace drug testing is a critical component of safety systems in Australian and New Zealand business. Confronted by an imperative to test, many businesses contemplate the value of engaging with a third party provider over “doing it for themselves” by conducting in-house testing. “All of the foregoing ensures that your program is executed with a high degree of accuracy and precision. Even where errors occur, particularly in some human systems, a quality collecting agency will investigate and offer solutions based on a long history of experience and expertise.” read more Recognised A ..read more

The principal psychoactive ingredient in Cannabis is Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which appears at various concentrations in the preparations used as medicinal Cannabis. The amount of THC in prescribed product varies widely from CBD Oil and some hemp products for example… “In spite of workplace safety issues, a study of more than 500 construction workers in New South Wales conducted last year found one in six workers reported workmates being visibly affected by alcohol on building sites” read more Recognised As… the peak body of drug testing in Australia enquiries@wdta.org.au S ..read more

Dear WDTA Members, RE: International Forum for Drug & Alcohol Testing You may be aware that your WDTA Board has been successful in our Association being listed as a partner organisation of the International Forum for Drug & Alcohol Testing (ifdat.com) IFDAT “mission” is to bring the best D&A Testing Industry professionals in the World (both from a supplier and customer perspective) all together in one place to drive forward and discuss quality, best practice and innovation This is in line with the objectives of WDTA For your information, IFDAT upcoming conference is to be held on 1 ..read more

Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing in Australia: A Fact Sheet What is Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing? Workplace drug and alcohol testing is the practice of testing employees, contractors and visitors for the presence of drugs and alcohol applying cutoff concentrations detailed in the relevant Australian/New Zealand technical Standards and workplace policy and procedure. The aim of drug and alcohol testing is to ensure workplace safety and reduce the risk of accidents or injuries that may be the result of workers affected by drugs, or  workers that might be above the prescribed levels ..read more

The Importance of a Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy Drug and alcohol use can be a significant risk factor in the workplace, affecting the safety, productivity, and well-being of employees, contractors and visitors . Therefore, it is essential for companies to implement a drug and alcohol policy and procedure that promotes a safe and healthy work environment. A workplace drug and alcohol policy and procedure sets the standards and expectations for employees, contractors and visitors behaviour in regards to drug and alcohol use, and outlines the consequences of non-compliance. A well-implement ..read more

The principal psychoactive ingredient in Cannabis is Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which appears at various concentrations in the preparations used as medicinal Cannabis. The amount of THC in prescribed product varies widely from CBD Oil and some hemp products for example… “In spite of workplace safety issues, a study of more than 500 construction workers in New South Wales conducted last year found one in six workers reported workmates being visibly affected by alcohol on building sites” read more Recognised As… the peak body of drug testing in Australia enquiries@wdta.org.au S ..read more

To meet industry requirements for Covid19 Rapid Antigen Testing and PCR Collection, many of our WDTA members are also conducting on-site Covid 19 screening/collection along with Drug and Alcohol Testing. All WDTA member Drug and Alcohol Collectors are fully trained in infection control and experienced in handling and collecting biological specimens. “NSW Police Assistant Commissioner said “concerningly” during the COVID-19 lockdowns “we have seen our medium and high range (drink driving) charges go up” A significant proportion of those drivers are busted between 6am and midday, because th ..read more

According to Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index Analysis, the rate of positive drug test results for Cocaine and Marijuana increased for federally mandated, safety-sensitive workers. Drug positivity increases quicker in post-accident tests than pre-employment tests for cocaine, marijuana, opiates, and oxycodone amid pervasive recruiting and retention issues. Based on a new analysis released by Quest Diagnostics, the world’s top provider of diagnostic information services, the rate of positive drug test results among the American workforce reached its highest rate last year since 2001 and ..read more

Methamphetamine or ‘ice’ is manufactured in illegal laboratories by ‘backyard chemists’, using different recipes based on the chemical ingredients available. Stories about ‘backyard’ methamphetamine labs regularly appear… The post Methamphetamine contaminated homes appeared first on Workplace Drug Testing Association ..read more