Workplace drug and alcohol testing is well established in some sectors, particularly rail and other safety-critical industries. Yet there remain a number of common misconceptions about when testing is appropriate, how it should be implemented and the role it plays in managing workplace risk. This article examines five common misconceptions about workplace drug and alcohol testing.

Construction work combines several risk factors that can occur together: heavy or bulky materials, repetitive movements, awkward working positions and changing site conditions. These demands are part of everyday work, which makes musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) a significant occupational health risk.

Occupational health risks can vary significantly between industries. In safety-critical environments, where employees may be working with heavy machinery, at height, in hazardous environments or in roles where concentration is essential, understanding and managing those risks takes on even greater importance.

This week is Know Your Numbers! Week 2024 which aims to bring attention to the importance of monitoring our blood pressure. In this blog post, we'll look at the risks associated with both high and low blood pressure in the workplace, and discuss how to manage these conditions to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.