Certified Drug & Alcohol Testing Training - Zoom/Teams Based

Workplace Drug & Alcohol Testing Training (1.5 to 2-Hour Zoom Session)

Ensure your team is ready to conduct drug and alcohol testing with confidence through our 1.5 to 2-hour Zoom training. This live, interactive session provides comprehensive coverage of everything from using drug test kits and interpreting results to managing onsite challenges and understanding lab confirmations. Your team will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to execute testing accurately, legally, and consistently.

Certificate of Completion

At the end of the 1.5 to 2-hour Zoom session, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion. This certificate:

• Confirms that the participant has been trained in proper drug and alcohol testing procedures

• Supports your organisation's compliance with workplace testing policies

• Documents your commitment to health and safety, ensuring testing is done accurately, legally, and consistently

• Standardises testing procedures, giving your team a unified approach and reducing the risk of errors

This certification is a key part of demonstrating your team's competence and professionalism when it comes to drug and alcohol testing.

What This Training Covers:

✅ General Drug & Alcohol Use Awareness

• Overview of commonly abused substances and their impact on workplace safety

• Legal and safety implications of drug and alcohol use at work

• How to spot signs of impairment or intoxication in employees

✅ Types of Drug Testing

• Detailed explanation of different testing methods: urine, oral fluid (saliva), and breath alcohol

• Pros and cons of each test and when each is most appropriate

✅ Drug Detection Windows

• How long various substances remain detectable in the system

• Key differences in detection windows for drugs and alcohol

✅ Using a Drug Test Kit

• Step-by-step instructions for using urine and oral fluid test kits

• Best practices for collecting samples and ensuring accurate results

• How to handle invalid or contaminated tests

✅ Interpreting Results

• How to read and interpret test results (positive and negative)

• Troubleshooting inconclusive or invalid results

• Handling false positives and negatives

✅ Troubleshooting Onsite Challenges

• How to manage difficult test subjects, refusals, and challenging behaviours

• De-escalation techniques to handle tense situations

• How to ensure the integrity of the test in all circumstances

✅ Chain of Custody for Lab-Based Tests

• The importance of maintaining chain of custody for legal compliance

• Proper documentation, sample handling, and shipping to labs

• How to handle and interpret lab results for final confirmation

✅ Breathalyzer Training

• How to properly use and calibrate breath alcohol testers

• Understanding breath alcohol concentration (BrAC) and legal limits

• Interpreting and handling breathalyzer results within legal guidelines

Who Is This Training For?

This course is ideal for:

• HR professionals and managers who oversee workplace testing

• Health and safety officers in high-risk industries like construction, transportation, and healthcare

• Supervisors or any staff involved in conducting or overseeing drug and alcohol testing

• Organisations looking to standardise and ensure compliance with testing procedures

Training Delivery & Duration:

• Duration: At least 1.5 to 2 hours (depending on the number of participants and questions)

• Format: Zoom — live, interactive, instructor-led training

• Certificate of Completion awarded upon successful completion of the session

This flexible, remote training format allows your team to gain essential skills wherever they are located, with no travel required.