Drug & Alcohol Testing and Workplace Medicals
Drug and Alcohol Testing
At ICG Academy, we are a trusted and long-established provider of drug and alcohol testing services across the UK. Our procedures and chain of custody protocols are built around the highest industry standards, guided by our RISQS (Rail Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme) accreditation. This ensures we consistently deliver a gold-standard service to every client - from workplace testing and public access services to specialised support for solicitors, social services, and government departments.
THE DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PROCESS:
DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PROCESS:
The candidate will be invited into the clinic to complete paperwork and confirm their identity prior to the test taking place. The candidate will initially receive a briefing which explains the procedure in detail and the candidate will be required to sign their acceptance of this process. The candidate is then required to complete a document for all relevant personal information and supply their photographic identification prior to the testing beginning.
The drug and alcohol testing process encompasses using a breathalyser, to test the concentration of alcohol in the candidates' breath supply. The NWR limit is 0.13. Any candidate that tests over this on 3 subsequent blows, will receive a positive test result, and this will result in a ban.
The Drug test encompasses a urine supply from the candidate that uses technology within a 'POCT' (point of Contact Testing) that can detect the usage of 9 different drugs within the same. The candidate will be required to supply a sample that reaches the minimum limit stated on the cup under conditions set by the sample collector. The sample will then need to process for 5-7 minutes and the detection of drug analysis will appear on the testing panel.
If the POCT detects the inclusion of drugs, the testing officer will be required to send the sample to the laboratory for confirmation testing. These results will be returned within 5-7 working days. All results are uploaded to sentinel within 24 hours of the testing result conclusion, and notifications are emailed to the primary sponsor.
WHAT CAN ICG ACADEMY OFFER?
Drug And Alcohol Training
Are you required to complete internal Fit for work Drug and Alcohol screenings on a regular basis? Do you just want your management to be able to fully understand the process?
ICG Academy are here to help! For whatever the reason you want to further your knowledge on the testing process, we have training courses designed to assist. Our experienced Occupational Health Manager is on-hand to train your staff on the following elements (full inclusive or on a topic basis):
- The NWR Standards and what they require.
- The testing process - outline and what it's looking for.
- The facility set-up to test candidates for internal and external personnel.
- The full testing process and reading the results.
- Uploading the results and producing certification.
Peace Of Mind
At ICG Academy, we provide fully compliant, legally defensible drug and alcohol testing services tailored to safety-critical industries like construction, rail, and infrastructure. Our solutions are delivered where and when you need them, helping you maintain a safe, reliable, and regulation-compliant workforce.
Substance misuse can lead to serious safety risks, legal liabilities, and reputational damage. Whether on-site or in the office, our testing services support a culture of safety, accountability, and high performance across your organisation.
Expert support for your drug & alcohol policy
At ICG Academy, we provide fully compliant, legally defensible drug and alcohol testing services tailored to safety-critical industries like construction, rail, and infrastructure. Our solutions are delivered where and when you need them, helping you maintain a safe, reliable, and regulation-compliant workforce.
Substance misuse can lead to serious safety risks, legal liabilities, and reputational damage. Whether on-site or in the office, our testing services support a culture of safety, accountability, and high performance across your organisation.
Workplace Medicals
What Are Workplace Medicals
Workplace medicals come in different levels dependant on requirement. Depending on the level of task you are required to complete, ICG have all the tools and skilled members of occupational health to complete the assessments to meet your needs.
OUR STANDARD MEDICALS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
- Network Rail medical (initial, periodic / medical assessment with ROP)
- Return to work Medical
- Fit for Work Medical
- DSE Assessment
- Safety Critical Medical
- Spirometry medical
- SEQUOSH Medical