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Controlling banned substances within a disciplined environment can be a challenge, and we understand that you may want to identify and prove the presence of illicit substances and alcohol use.
The misuse of drugs in prison is one of the biggest challenges facing the criminal justice system. Drug misuse is prevalent and contributes to violence, crime and vulnerability within prisons, which threatens the safety and the ability of prison staff to deliver effective regimes.
The authority to require prisoners to provide a sample for drug testing was established under the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994. While mandatory drug testing (MDT) alone cannot completely address the issue of drugs within prisons, it can play a role in the broader objective of mitigating drug misuse when integrated into a comprehensive drug strategy.
MDT can be employed in various scenarios, such as upon reasonable suspicion of drug misuse, as part of a random testing program, or preceding certain risk-related activities like temporary release. A robust MDT program can serve as a significant deterrent to drug misuse, effectively reducing the availability of drugs.
SureScreen Diagnostics offers a range of products designed to test for multiple drug matrices and alcohol, supporting the implementation of a comprehensive drug and alcohol testing program.
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Construction
Deterring drugs and alcohol by implementing a drug and alcohol policy - and enforcing it with drug and alcohol screening - is the most efficient method of reducing health and safety risks on construction sites.
Healthcare
We work with private and public health care organisations, and have been a key supplier - directly and indirectly - to the NHS since the early 2000s. Today, over 50% of GPs in the UK use SureScreen products across 4 product types.
Manufacturing
Health and safety is vital in manufacturing as it is a high risk industry. Therefore, it is important to have an effective substance abuse policy and screening program in place to help keep your employees, and business safe.
Maritime
Accidents resulting from impairment or intoxication can be catastrophic at sea. Implementing drug and alcohol screenings for your colleagues can help minimise the risk.
Transport & Logistics
The wellbeing of employees working in such a high risk sector is of paramount importance - not just for their peace of mind, but also yours. Recent studies show around 10% of drivers screened are testing positive for drugs of abuse.
The identification of drug use and detection of individuals facing substance misuse issues are reinforced through an efficient drug testing system. In cases where prisoners test positive, they may face sanctions while also receiving support to access treatment. Consequently, testing plays a crucial role in motivating prisoners to maintain a drug-free lifestyle and aiding them in sustaining it. Moreover, the testing process serves to monitor patterns of drug use within the prison, guide activities aimed at reducing drug prevalence, and contributes valuable intelligence on drug supply and usage. The outcomes of these tests contribute to the formulation of drug treatment policies, providing governors and healthcare providers with insights to better comprehend the needs of their incarcerated population.
Various drug testing approaches are employed in prisons. Prisoners may undergo monthly random Mandatory Drug Testing (MDT) or Suspicion-Based Drug Testing. Alternatively, they can choose to participate in Compact-Based Drug Testing voluntarily to demonstrate their drug-free status. Clinical testing may also be utilised for healthcare purposes.
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SureScreen lateral flow testing provided a result at the bedside within 10 mins which, when positive for symptomatic patients, enabled movement into a COVID-19 bay without delay.
Cordell Health
SureScreen Diagnostics are very efficient in their responses when ordering consumables, offer excellent advice when we have drug queries and you have a user-friendly portal.
Mac Clinical Research
Fantastic company! Excellent helpful customer service, efficient ordering, and delivery process.
Premiership Rugby
Premiership Rugby and our Clubs have been working with SureScreen Diagnostics since March 2021. We have always received professional and prompt responses to all of our queries and orders.
Endovab Care
We have close and swift access to SureScreen Account Managers and received prompt answers to questions and impeccable deliveries. We are very satisfied with product quality and deliveries.
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