14.07.2015

Drug and Alcohol Testing... Is this an OH issue?

Drug and Alcohol Testing... Is this an OH issue?

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I am constantly being asked for advice on drug and alcohol testing, either because an employer has an issue with an employee, or the company have been advised to ensure they are doing random testing to comply with a service delivery contract.  But how do you go about implementing such a service, what are the pitfalls and legal issues that you need to consider? What type of testing should you offer?  If this is something that you want more informaiton on, then please contact us on 01782 366215 or via email on info@phoenixoh.com.

Here is an interesting article that has some good informaiton on this subject http://www.personneltoday.com/hr/drug-alcohol-workplace-testing-occupational-health-issue/

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