Work Doctor OH

Drug & Alcohol Testing

Face-to-Face

Remote / Online

Maintaining a safe and productive work environment is a top priority for every business. Drug and alcohol testing is a key component of effective workplace risk management and HR risk mitigation. It’s a proactive measure designed to mitigate the risks associated with substance misuse and impairment. By implementing a clear policy and for cause or regular random testing, you can reduce risk of accidents, protect employees and the wider public.

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What is Drug & Alcohol Testing in the Workplace?

Drug and alcohol testing is a crucial part of an effective workplace health and safety policy. It is a proactive and systematic process used to detect and deter the misuse of substances that could impair an employee’s ability to work safely and effectively. At Work Doctor OH our testing services are designed to help you mitigate risks, ensure a safe working environment for all staff, and meet your duty of care as an employer.

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Pricing

Professional, clinician-led toxicology screening and results verification for workplace safety:

Urine Screening (POCT)

Rapid 7, 10, or 13-panel point-of-care testing for immediate workplace clearance.

£70 per test

Includes a same-day digital Certificate of Fitness for clear results.

Oral Fluid & Alcohol

Non-invasive 13-panel saliva drug and alcohol screening for recent use detection.

£70 per test

Rapid results with clinical verification and certification provided on-site.

Laboratory Analysis

Full Chain of Custody (CoC) UKAS accredited laboratory urine confirmation.

£150 per test

Legally defensible toxicology including MRO confirmation report if required.

MRO Result Review

Doctor-led verification of external laboratory results and occupational health histories.

£50 per review

Defensible MRO reports assessing legitimate medical explanations for findings.

Group and bulk booking discounts are available for on-site clinics.

+ Clinical Methodology & MRO Process

Medical Review Officer (MRO) Oversight: As a specialist provider, we offer physician-led MRO reviews to verify results from other OH providers. We assess medical histories to differentiate between legitimate prescription use and non-negative findings, providing employers with clear, actionable reports.

Rapid POCT Screening: Our point-of-care kits provide results within 5 minutes. Clear results receive immediate certification, while non-negative samples are escalated for UKAS lab confirmation via SYNLAB to ensure legal defensibility.

Strategic Testing: We facilitate both Random unscheduled screenings and ‘For Cause’ incident-based testing to support HR compliance and operational safety.

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At Work Doctor OH, all drug and alcohol testing is carried out by our trained colleagues according to your company’s policy. Our in-house MRO service allows us to provide a review of the result and feedback about whether it is verified negative or positive.Assessments can be conducted at our clinics or on-site, using either point-of-care or lab-based testing methods for pre-placement, random, or for-cause purposes. To proceed, please have proof of ID and be prepared to confirm any recent alcohol or drug intake, including medication. After the assessment, a doctor-approved Medical Review Officer certificate will be issued with a verified outcome. It is important to note that these results are for compliance with your company’s policy and should not be used for separate fitness-for-work purposes. If you require further occupational health advice on medical conditions or medication, please contact us for a separate consultation.

Questions

Why should my business implement a drug and alcohol testing policy?

Implementing a drug and alcohol testing policy is a key part of effective workplace risk management. It’s a proactive way to ensure the safety of your employees, visitors, and operations by mitigating the risks associated with substance misuse and impairment. A clear policy also helps maintain productivity, upholds your duty of care, and protects your business from potential legal and financial issues.

When should we conduct drug and alcohol testing?

Testing can be conducted in several ways to suit your business needs and policy. The most common types are: pre-placement (as part of a pre-employment health screen), random (to act as a deterrent), and for-cause (following an accident, incident, or based on reasonable suspicion).

What types of tests are available and how reliable are they?

We offer two main types of tests: point-of-care testing, which provides instant results, and lab-based testing, which is more accurate and used for confirmation. All of our tests are conducted by trained professionals, and the final results are verified by a doctor-approved Medical Review Officer (MRO), ensuring a legally defensible and reliable outcome.

What happens if an employee tests positive?

If a test result is positive, the outcome is handled strictly in accordance with your company’s drug and alcohol policy. The role of the Medical Review Officer is to verify the result and determine if there is a legitimate medical explanation for the outcome. Once verified, the MRO provides a final report. Your business would then follow the established procedures outlined in its own policy.

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