Reasonable Suspicion Testing

Our online training videos in our Reasonable Suspicion course provide valuable insights and information for supervisors on Reasonable Suspicion Testing in your workplace.

Reasonable suspicion is a critical component of workplace drug and alcohol policies and procedures, used when a supervisor has a strong reason to believe that an employee may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol while at work. This type of testing is not random but is based on specific, observable behaviours and indicators that suggest drug or alcohol use.

Key Elements of Reasonable Suspicion Testing

• Observable Behaviour – the decision to test must be based on specific, articulable observations in line with workplace policies and procedures. These observations must be made by a supervisor who is trained to recognise the signs and indicators.
• Documentation – supervisors must document observations in detail, providing a clear justification for the suspicion.

Implementing reasonable suspicion testing helps effectively manage and mitigate the risks associated with drug and alcohol use in the workplace, ensuring a safer and more compliant work environment.

Good News! Our reasonable suspicion training is available online and has recently been updated to include valuable resources for supervisors when documenting observations.

The training details the responsibilities for managers and supervisors who may need to identify employees that pose a risk to themselves and their colleagues due to the effects of drugs or alcohol. It covers valuable information about what constitutes reasonable suspicion and the supervisor’s role in testing. Additionally, the training covers behavioural changes and promotes an understanding of alcohol as a drug, including its effects, and the signs and symptoms that may appear in the workplace. It explores various drugs, their effects, and associated signs and symptoms, including dealing with prescribed medications. The course further includes guidance on identifying observable indicators of fitness for work.

Armed with this knowledge and the tools to identify and document reasonable suspicion in line with company policy and procedures, supervisors can help maintain a safer and more productive workplace.

To book our Reasonable Suspicion course, please visit our online registration page. The course is available for $149 + GST and bookings can be made here.