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Currently organisations are facing a gap between Australia’s occupational health and safety laws and the use of medicinal cannabis. In January 2024, the number of Australians who were prescribed medicinal cannabis products was approx one million patients, according to Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Earlier this year, a Brisbane man, was…

In terms of compliance to a standard, ie AS/NZS 4760:2019 (which relates to the procedure for specimen collection and the detection of drugs in oral fluid) and AS3547:2019 (for electronic breath alcohol testing devices), there is a significant distinction between certification and verification.   Certified to a Standard Certification means that a…

The festive season can be a time to gather amongst family and friends and enjoy a few alcoholic beverages. It can also be very easy to over-indulge with flow on effects. For some, alcohol provides enjoyment and stress relief however for others, particularly around the holidays it can present a challange in…

Fit for duty, also known as fitness for work, means an employee is in a state that allows them to perform their job duties safely and competently without putting themselves or others at risk. The concept of fitness for work is broad and deals with the relationship between an employee and their…

Victorian medicinal cannabis users will no longer automatically lose their licence if caught driving with traces of the drug in their system. Instead, magistrates have been given the power to exercise sentencing discretion for drivers who test positive for the cannabinoid chemical tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), if they hold a valid prescription for medicinal cannabis…

Data collection is playing a greater part in business today allowing companies to be more informed to make better decisions. Focusing spend in increasing efficiencies particularly with the collection of accurate data to strengthen integrity and confidentiality in alcohol and drug workplace testing is critical. Driven by our customers demand to provide…

For breathalyser devices purchased prior to March 2021 and designed to the Australian standard current at that time (AS3547:1997), it may be worthwhile considering the benefits of the revised standard to see if it will improve your testing efficiences. Particularly with our new bundles recently released offering significant savings for our HH4 device.…

In workplace drug testing, vaping can present unique challenges if it impacts the detection and interpretation of results, particularly in oral fluid testing. Vaping can introduce drug residues into the mouth and oral fluids especially if the individual has recently vaped substances containing THC (from cannabis products) or synthetic cannabinoids, which can…

The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) has released its latest wastewater report, revealing a mixed picture of national drug consumption. Report 23 of the National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program is based on data collected in April (capital cities & regional areas) and June 2024 (capital city sites only) to provide a comprehensive…

Introducing the latest benchmark in workplace urine drug testing: AS/NZS 4308:2023. This new standard marks a significant departure from its predecessor, AS/NZS 4308:2008, bringing about key changes that have implications for your Workplace Drug Testing Program (urine).The 3 key changes for Workplace Drug Testing (urine) are:Other minor changes/additions include:Implementation Timeline – AS/NZS…

This month we are proud to support a Charity Golf Day raising funds for Blood Cancer Research WA (BCRWA). Since inception in 2019, BCRWA has made over 139 clinical trials available to West Australians and treated over 1,000 patients. Our founder and director of Alcolizer Technology, Gary was a patient of theirs…

The Australian & New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 4760:2019 procedure for specimen collection and the detection and quantification of drugs in oral fluid outlines the procedures for the collection of oral fluid, on-site drug testing, handling and dispatch of specimens to the laboratory and confirmatory testing. What many aren’t aware of, is the…

Our drug and alcohol testing devices are used across multiple industries and can be integrated into time management and third-party safety and compliance software to provide the ultimate solution to manage your people, site, business and building.Workforce Management solutions provide real-time visibility and automated performance management of key competency and operational information…

Enjoy FAST, EASY CALIBRATION with our module exchange program enabling long term savings with zero unit downtime and no operational disruption.Our module exchange program is available for our Alcolizer LE5, Druglizer & Centurion wall mount devices. Your module exchange is easily ordered and paid for online and swapped on site in 60…

It all starts with a conversation was the theme for Safe Work Australia’s national safe work month activity. SafeTea brings workplaces together to discuss work health & safety over a cuppa. Our team nationwide enjoyed our SafeTea (daylight savings meant some were enjoying morning tea while others afternoon tea) but together we had…

When it comes to workplace safety and compliance, choosing fuel cell technology is essential! Superiorfuel cell instruments deliver “law enforcement quality” while cheaper alternatives are likely to pay a higher price in maintaining a lower accuracy instrument with a significantly shorter operational life.What are the differences in semiconductor and fuel cell? For…

There are a number of reasons why providing training and helping your employees develop new skills can benefit your business. Employees want to know that they’re valued, that they have purpose in their day to day role and are progressing towards future goals. By providing relevant and ongoing training you increase productivity…

Being caught with 15g of cocaine was the best thing that could have happened to me are the words directly from a tradesman in Cairns working in remote communities that had been spiraling with drug use. He was stopped as part of a drug and alcohol testing operation and tested negative to…

Our patented module exchange program ensures 24/7 testing availability with no device downtime, minimal fuss and reduced workflow. Available in a range of our products including drug and alcohol handheld devices (Alcolizer LE5 & Druglizer LE5) as well as wall mount options including Centurion Zero Tolerance & Centurion Quantum. What are the…

On Friday, September 20, 530 guests joined the Civil Contractors Federation WA at Crown Perth for the biggest-ever annual Earth Awards for excellence in civil construction, honouring major government transport, water and maritime infrastructure projects. Alcolizer Technology was a proud sponsor of the event with seven award categories, from projects valued under…

In NSW, it is against the law to drive with the presence of any illegal drug in your system. Penalties can include heavy fines, licence suspension, licence disqualification and imprisonment. As of this month, NSW police can issue up to two on the spot Criminal Infringement Notices (CINs), resulting in $400 fines,…

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Good News! Our Druglizer device has now received 12-month certification, reducing your team’s paperwork time in half. Our latest update brings some exciting features that greatly improve the abilities of your Druglizer device by adding new functions, boosting efficiency, and allowing more flexibility with drug testing.To begin using the new features please…

Our WA Business Development Team attended the Civil Contractors Federation President’s Breakfast recently. The guest speaker Adrian Hart from Oxford Economics Australia shared his insights into the outlook for civil construction across our state. As a long-standing supporter of safe work practice across all CCF WA members, we were very proud to…

A top priority for Roadmaster Transport is the safety of their employees and the public. Over the past six months, Roadmaster has been using our Druglizer device for routine drug testing of all employees, and they couldn’t be more impressed with the results. The Druglizer has proven to be an invaluable tool…

This month Katya Wright from our WA Business Development Team presented at TranSafeWA on the importance of drug deterrence strategies in the workplace. A well-structured strategy is essential for promoting a safe, productive, and healthy workplace environment seeking to discourage employees from using substances that could impair their judgment, safety, and overall…

While we manufacture in Perth, we also have offices in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and offer complete workplace safety solutions, in alcohol and drug testing, helping our clients meet their safety responsibilities. Our team development focuses on a shared vision and a clear purpose, developing trust and mutual respect, improving communication, identifying and…