About Drugs | Drug and Alcohol Testing

Britannica Concise Encyclopaedia defines a drug as any chemical agent that affects the function of living things. Some, including antibiotics, stimulants, tranquilizers, antidepressants, analgesics, narcotics and hormones, have generalized effects. Others, including laxatives, heart stimulants, anticoagulants, diuretics and antihistamines, act on specific systems. Although a drug can also refer to any type of medicine, in common parlance the term is used

For recreational drugs or substances that are taken for enhanced experiences.

The most common addictive drugs include:

Cannabis (delta 9 THC) Opiates (codeine, heroin) Amphetamines (stimulants) Cocaine Benzodiazapines (sedatives, relaxants) Methamphetamines MDMA (ecstasy, ice, speed)

Drug abuse and addiction are growing menaces facing the world. The number of people addicted to one or more types of drugs is growing exponentially and proper screening and testing procedures and strict adherence to them has become essential.

Integrity Sampling is a group of highly qualified technicians who provide a uniform, independent drug and alcohol testing service throughout Australia and New Zealand. Integrity Sampling specialises in the development of workplace drug and alcohol policies, drug and alcohol awareness education programs, independent workplace drug and alcohol testing and a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week call-out service. Integrity Sampling technicians are all proficient in the use of the Cozart® drug detect ion systems and the Alcolizer breath analysis equipment. All Integrity Sampling technicians are required to comply with strict policies and procedures, which have been developed in accordance with the highest requirements of Australian Standard 4760 for oral fluid drug testing.

Integrity Sampling in the workplace

Workplace saliva drug and alcohol testing throughout Australia & New Zealand is conducted independently by accredited technicians from Integrity Sampling using Cozart® drug detection systems and Alcolizer breath analysis equipment. Workplace drug and alcohol policies, drug and alcohol awareness and education programs are specialties of Integrity Sampling. Random, causal and incidental drug and alcohol testing is conducted on a 24-hour, seven day a week basis. Drug and alcohol testing within the workplace can be implemented and managed by Integrity Sampling, who is renowned for providing a consistent, reliable and professional approach. To know more about Integrity Sampling and the services offered by them, you can drop by their website at www.integritysampling.com.au.