"According to UK Drug Testing (which is one of the leading drug and alcohol testing screening companies for workplaces in the UK), drug and alcohol use has steadily become an increasing problem for employers over the last decade. The number of workers who attend work under the influence of illegal drugs has risen. That is obviously a problem, especially in industries where employees need to have high focus (such as when they are operating potentially dangerous machinery)."
"The UK government website states that employers are legally able to test employees for illegal drugs. But they must have the employees' consent to do so. And the employers will typically need to have the policy included in their full contractual health and safety policy in employee contracts or their staff handbook. The government in the UK outlines the following criteria for employers who wish to test their employees for drugs:"
Drug and alcohol use among employees has increased over the past decade, raising workplace safety and performance concerns. Illegal drugs can impair focus and remain in the system long after consumption, potentially affecting job performance and safety around dangerous machinery. Employers in the UK can legally test employees for illegal drugs but must obtain employee consent and include testing policies in contracts or staff handbooks. Tests should be random and not target individuals unless job relevance justifies it. Employees may refuse tests but can face disciplinary action for non-consent. Employers should create legally sound, up-to-date drug and alcohol testing policies.
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