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Randox Testing Services announce attendance at HRD Summit 2020
RTS are pleased to announce we will be attending the HRD Summit 2020. The two-day event is taking place on 4-5 February at the ICC, Birmingham. The HRD Summit plays host toJan 20, 20 -
New report highlights scale & causes of prescription drug dependence in UK
A new report has highlighted the scale and causes of prescription drug prevalence in the UK. In 2017, the minister for public health and primary care commissioned Public Health England (PHE) toDec 3, 19 -
Practical steps for dealing with substance misuse in the workplace
What is substance misuse? Substance misuse (or abuse) is defined as the sustained use of any mind-altering substance. This includes legal substances like solvents and alcohol as well as illegal drugs. ThroughNov 14, 19 -
What type of testing meets your workplace drug & alcohol testing requirements?
Implementation of an effective substance misuse policy establishes employer rights to conduct workplace drug and alcohol testing if required. In addition, it ensures adherence to the duty of care of an employerOct 9, 19 -
The Importance of a Workplace Substance Misuse Policy
What is a workplace substance misuse policy? Many organisations implement a policy that outlines the expectations they have concerning the misuse of drugs and/or alcohol and how this can affect performance andOct 2, 19 -
Addressing Drugs & Alcohol in the Workplace
Within any business, companies seek to outline clear methods in which employees should act and behave whilst carrying out their roles. These rules are outlined in company workplace policies. Every business –Sep 10, 19 -
The Effects of Cocaine
What is Cocaine? Cocaine is one of the oldest and most potent of the naturally-occurring central nervous system stimulants known. It is a natural extract of the Coca plant (Erythroxylon coca) andSep 4, 19 -
Support Services for Workplace Testing
At Randox Testing Services, our ability to provide a wide range of products to carry out workplace drug and alcohol testing is just one part of what we do. However our drugAug 22, 19 -
Meeting Your Drug & Alcohol Testing Needs
At Randox Testing Services, workplace drug & alcohol testing is one part of the services we provide. Our aim is to raise awareness around the dangers of substance misuse and help companiesAug 13, 19 -
Highest drug death rate in EU recorded in Scotland
A recent report has revealed that Scotland has recorded the highest drug death rate in the EU, with a 27% increase than the previous year. The statistics published by National Records ofJul 26, 19
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