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Raising awareness of substance misuse in the workplace with training & education

As well as providing a fully managed drug & alcohol testing service, RTS provide a range of training and education services to help inform and educate regarding the issue of drug &

Aug 12, 20

Randox Testing Services, Training & Education, Workplace
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. Through

Nov 14, 19

Alcohol, Drug Abuse, UK, Workplace
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 employer

Oct 9, 19

Workplace
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 and

Oct 2, 19

Policy, Workplace
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) and

Sep 4, 19

Drug Abuse, Workplace
Q & A with RTS: All things Workplace Drug & Alcohol Testing

At Randox Testing Services, we are always trying to think of new ways to get the message across the positive impact workplace drug & alcohol testing can have on an organisation. So,

Jun 7, 19

Alcohol, Drug Abuse, Workplace
Benefits of Implementing a Workplace Testing Programme

Workplace drug & alcohol testing is, for many companies, a contentious issue. Some see it as a method in protecting the safety of their employees, enabling them to carry out their daily

May 21, 19

Drug Abuse, Policy, UK, Workplace
Workplace Testing in the Manufacturing Industry

Within the manufacturing industry health and safety must be at the forefront of all employer’s mind-sets. As a high-risk industry, manufacturing employers must be extra vigilant and proactive when it comes to

Feb 22, 19

Drug Abuse, General, Randox Testing Services, UK, Workplace
The Effects of Ecstasy

What is Ecstasy? Ecstasy (more formally known as MDMA) is a Class A illicit drug, meaning it is illegal to possess or trade. MDMA itself is a white, tan or brown powder,

Feb 18, 19

Drug Abuse, General, Randox Testing Services, UK, Workplace
Randox Testing Services attending 2019 NI Construction Expo

Randox Testing Services are delighted to announce that we will be attending the Northern Ireland Construction Expo. Titanic Exhibition Centre will be the venue for the event, taking place on 13th February.

Feb 5, 19

Alcohol, Construction, Drug Abuse, Ireland, Randox Testing Services, UK, Workplace