CANSFORD LABS

Workplace drug and alcohol testing safeguards employees and clients

Cansford Labs

Cansford Labs

on May 2, 2025

Workplace drug and alcohol testing safeguards employees and clients

Challenge

A workplace approached us after concerns arose about an employee’s behaviour. Mistakes were being made, and colleagues had noticed unusual conduct that raised suspicions of drug and alcohol use. Given the potential risks involved, the company needed to take swift action to ensure the safety of both staff and clients.

Solution

The employer arranged for drug and alcohol testing through us to establish whether substances were affecting the individual’s performance. Our sectional hair strand analysis provided a comprehensive view of their substance use over time, helping to clarify the extent of the issue.

Result

The test results confirmed excessive drug and alcohol consumption, validating the employer’s concerns. As a result, the individual was suspended from work to safeguard their colleagues and clients. However, rather than immediate dismissal, they were offered support to address their substance use. At the end of their suspension, a follow-up test confirmed that they were drug- and alcohol-free. With this assurance, they were reinstated, having demonstrated their commitment to change.


Workplace safety is paramount, and our testing services help employers make informed decisions while supporting their employees and clients. At Cansford Labs, we provide fast, accurate drug and alcohol testing to maintain a secure and responsible working environment.

 

Cansford Labs

Cansford Labs

From our bespoke, modern and bright laboratory in Cardiff, we offer a UK-wide testing service for individuals and organisations in family law, social care, education and the workplace – focused on delivering exceptional care, quality, and upholding our record as the UK’s fastest drug and alcohol-testing laboratory with our three working day back to lab turn around time.

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