Opinion Piece: Iron and Steel and Alcohol: a dangerous combination

In a sector as high risk as the Steel & Iron industry, these companies need to address the problem of alcohol and substance abuse from all angles, reducing risk and helping to maintain a happy, capable and productive workforce. 

ALCO-Safe | August 16, 2018 | 3:26 am

Substance abuse in mines – better control with broader understanding

The first priority for any mine is keeping workers who are under the influence of drugs and alcohol off the site. However, to manage and reduce incidents of abuse, a broader understanding of the causes and a holistic strategy to address them, is needed.

ALCO-Safe | February 20, 2018 | 11:45 pm

Opinion Piece: Demystifying urban legends of beating the breathalyser

When it comes to breathalysers, there are many misconceptions that exist (and persist) about what these tests can and can’t do that have led to the belief that it is possible to beat the breathalyser.

ALCO-Safe | October 18, 2016 | 9:10 am

Contractors must take responsibility for alcohol and drug testing of their employees

Many companies have now made it the responsibility of the contractor to test their own employees prior to arriving on site.

ALCO-Safe | September 16, 2016 | 10:54 am

Beware of the bargains – why cheaper is not always best

With the South African economy struggling to grow and many companies tightening their budgets, it is very easy for businesses to fall into the trap of choosing price over quality when making purchase decisions.

ALCO-Safe | August 4, 2016 | 10:23 am

Take alcohol out of the equation at work – ALCO-Safe introduces a keysafe with a breathalyser

ALCO-Safe’s Intelligent Key Management System brings a new solution to the local market – it adds a breathalyser to a sophisticated keysafe

ALCO-Safe | July 27, 2016 | 9:47 am

Alcohol testing minimises accidents and injury

More and more companies are making use of breathalyser testing before admitting anyone onto their premises. For sites that are particularly sensitive to safety, such as mines and factories, alcohol testing is taken quite seriously and not without reason.

ALCO-Safe | June 13, 2016 | 8:47 am

Comprehensive mining security requires effective substance abuse policies and procedures

Benefits of minimising the risk posed by substance abuse in mining go beyond simple compliance

ALCO-Safe | May 6, 2016 | 8:05 am

Opinion: Addiction affects all people equally, regardless of profession

As occupational health and safety regulations are progressively tightened, it will become necessary for all employers in this sector to re-evaluate their alcohol and drug policies to ensure that they meet the new Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Act requirements.

ALCO-Safe | May 3, 2016 | 8:30 am

ALCO-Safe and Traka collaborate to take the keys away from drunk drivers – the safe way

Alcohol and keys don’t pair well. Alcohol is responsible for 60% of fatal accidents and up to 40% of workplace accidents. ALCO-Safe, experts in drug and alcohol testing solutions, and key management solutions company, Traka, a subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY, are delivering an innovative new solution to market

ALCO-Safe | March 2, 2016 | 10:55 am

Saliva testing solutions offer a simpler alternative for female employees and their employers

Curbing the rising drug problem is the responsibility of every organisation, and effective drug testing policies are an essential part in achieving this.

ALCO-Safe | September 28, 2015 | 9:11 am

Working with employee representatives to entrench safe practices in the workplace

Effective, comprehensive health and safety procedures are not only essential for compliance with the Operational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, they are also important for ensuring productive working environments.

ALCO-Safe | June 4, 2015 | 9:20 am

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