STEP 1 - Collector Training in HLTPAT010 Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing
Certification is an essential first step to ensure your staff are fully certified to conduct testing and maintain chain-of-custody protocols legally.
Without the right training your company can risk compliance failures, legal challenges or unfair dismissal claims due to incorrect collection methods. We provide nationally accredited training for HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing. Learn correct procedures, standard interpretation, and documentation handling via flexible online theory and practical assessment.
COURSE COST: $650PP
RE-ACCREDITATION COST: $395
STEP 2 - Develop Your Workplace Drug & Alcohol Policy
All workplaces MUST have a drug and alcohol policy in place to legally allow them to conduct drug and alcohol testing on employees.
Now you are trained you have all of the knowledge to write a comprehensive drug and alcohol testing policy for your workplace.
Once your policy is written, have your management/ legal team approve it and then ensure all employees are educated about the policy prior to implementation.
It is recommended to have all employees sign off their understanding of the policy and for everyone to have a chance to declare to the HR dept any medications prescribed by their doctor.
You may also wish to have a Q&A session with staff where they can ask questions about the new policy.
STEP 3 - Choose the Right Drug & Alcohol Testing Equipment
Reliable drug and alcohol testing equipment makes workplace testing faster, easier and more accurate. High-quality tests provide clear results, reduce repeat testing and help you test with confidence.
Now you have your policy in place you are ready to select the correct urine & saliva drug testing equipment and even a breathalyser for alcohol testing.
Your workplace policy will determine whether you require urine drug tests, saliva drug tests, or both. Many workplaces start with a standard 6-drug test, while safety-sensitive industries often choose more comprehensive tests that detect additional drugs such as Ketamine, Synthetic Marijuana and Benzodiazepines.
You'll also need the right testing accessories, including chain of custody forms, laboratory confirmation kits and specimen collection supplies, together with a quality breathalyser for alcohol testing.
Premium Onsite Screening Equipment
AS4308 Urine Testing Cups
Fully compliant with AS/NZS 4308 standards. Features innovative cup designs, built-in temperature strips, and comprehensive multi-panel integrity testing to prevent tampering.
AS4760 Saliva Drug Tests
Conforming to AS/NZS 4760 standards. Ideal for non-invasive, immediate roadside or site screening. Our range of saliva drug tests offer clean collection and fast, legible results within minutes. Options of KET, BZO and Synthetic marijuana.
AS3547 Breathalysers
Certified to Australian Standard AS3547 Select from a range of breathalysers that are accurate and easy-to-use.
Options include those with data storage and prices start from $249.
Chain of Custody Accessories
Maintain test integrity and chain-of-custody protocols with our range of drug testing accessories. Don't know what you need? Select a Chain of Custody Starter Pack.
STEP 4 - Set-up a Suitable Testing Room
A dedicated testing room helps ensure every drug and alcohol test is conducted professionally, consistently and with respect for employee privacy. The room should be clean, well-lit, secure and free from unnecessary interruptions to maintain the integrity of the testing process.
When setting up your testing area, consider employee privacy, access to handwashing facilities, secure storage for testing equipment and documentation, adequate workspace, and appropriate disposal of testing materials. Having all required supplies organised and readily available will help streamline the collection process and ensure testing can be performed efficiently and in accordance with your workplace procedures.
If you are performing urine drug screening ensure the testing room is close to a dedicated toilet.
STEP 5 - Set-up a Laboratory Account for Confirmation Tests
While drug screening devices provide rapid on-site results, any non-negative result that may lead to disciplinary action or other employment decisions should be confirmed by a NATA-accredited laboratory. Establishing a laboratory account before you begin workplace testing ensures you have a clear process in place for sending specimens for confirmatory analysis when required.
Having a laboratory account ready also means you'll have access to chain of custody documentation, expert support and legally defensible confirmation results, giving your organisation confidence that every non-negative result is managed professionally and in accordance with workplace best practice.
We've put together a list of the main laboratories in each state. Call and ask for the Toxicology Dept, explain you need to set up and account for your onsite drug testing confirmation testing. Accounts can usually be set up within 1 week.