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The Dangers of Festive Drinking
Randox Testing Services (RTS) are highlighting the dangers of festive drinking with the increase in alcohol use amongst the UK public over the festive period and warning employees not to feel…
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What makes a good Drug and Alcohol policy?
Having a drug and alcohol policy in place is essential in improving the health and safety of any workplace. Drug and alcohol abuse increases the possibility of an incident occurring in…
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Drug & Alcohol Amnesty Periods in your organisation
Medical (Drug & Alcohol) amnesty policies have become an increasingly popular theme in the workplace due to the rise in drug and alcohol misuse and the concern for an organisation’s employee health…
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What is PEth? An introduction to PEth testing
PEth is a highly specific and sensitive modern alcohol testing method for proof of consumption within the previous 4 weeks. Previously a trained phlebotomist was required to collect enough blood for a…
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Record level of alcohol deaths recorded during pandemic
Deaths caused by alcohol consumption hit a new high during the first nine months of 2020, new figures for England and Wales show. Between January and September, 5,640 deaths were registered with… -
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Alcohol Testing: Complete solutions for any setting
At Randox Testing Services we offer a range of modern alcohol testing solutions to meet your requirements, whatever the application. To support your workplace drug and alcohol policy, we offer instant results… -
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Workplace Drug & Alcohol Testing: How Randox Testing Services can help
With the widespread availability of drugs and alcohol, there is an increased risk of substance abuse in the workplace leading to huge ramifications for a business and its employees. Jeopardising the safety… -
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Minimum Unit Pricing consultation announced in Northern Ireland
The Health Minister has announced plans to initiate a full consultation on Minimum Unit Pricing for alcohol in Northern Ireland. Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) is when a minimum price for alcohol sets… -
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Wales introduce minimum alcohol pricing
From 2nd March, there was a change in the way alcohol is sold in Wales, with the introduction of minimum unit pricing (MUP). Retailers and any outlets serving alcohol must charge at… -
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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…
