WORKPLACE DRUG & ALCOHOL POLICY SERVICE

Whether you need a fresh set of eyes on your current policy, a policy update or help creating a policy from scratch, we’re here to make the process straightforward and stress-free.

We work with organisations of all sizes in all sectors, however we are particularly experienced in writing and guiding policy for organisations in high-risk sectors including construction, mining, manufacturing and transport.

Our Workplace Policy Service is ideal for:

• HR managers and general managers in high-risk industries
• businesses introducing drug and alcohol testing for the first time
• organisations updating policies to meet new WHS obligations and
• workplaces looking to create a more supportive safety culture.

Your new policy will be:

• compliant with current laws and workplace regulations
• tailored to your industry, operations and workforce
• easy to understand and apply on the ground
• aligned with your workplace culture and risk profile
• written in conjunction with your staff.

AusHealth is Australia’s largest provider of drug and alcohol testing services. We not only bring our experience to designing your policy, we also have the resources and expertise to ensure it’s fully supported and implemented.

Our Policy Development service includes:

• assessing what kind of testing your organisation needs (i.e. oral fluid, urine or hair testing)
• establishing a testing program and schedule (i.e. random selection, targeted or post-incident testing, return-to-work testing, etc.)
• education and training tailored for your workplace (for employees and supervisors)
• the development of rehabilitation and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) procedures
• evaluating and responding to potential issues with worker representatives within your workplace, while balancing the best interests of employees
• expertise in the confidentiality and legal requirements of drug and alcohol testing.

Our team can also assist in the smooth transitioning of your previous policy to your revised drug and alcohol arrangement.

Our in-house toxicologists can expertly review your policy for accuracy and efficiency.

Our Policy Assessment service includes:

• Assessing effectiveness and applicabilities of existing documents to current testing standards
• Assessment of existing documents to meet your organisation’s specific requirements or needs
• Education on developing safety leaders within your organisation

You may also choose to undergo routine examination of your drug and alcohol policy to ensure compliancy with testing standards and legal requirements. We offer bi-annual, annual or customised reviews.