Construction site drug and alcohol testing 

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Construction site drug and alcohol testing

The construction industry poses challenges to employees and employers due to the health and safety risks associated with on-site work. Although it is not a legal requirement, many construction companies carry out pre-employment, random and post-incident drug testing on their employees. No matter the service you require, we can create a tailored testing package for your company.  

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High-quality sample collectors 

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Why test in the construction industry?

Performing construction site drug and alcohol testing is crucial to ensure workers are fit to carry out safety-critical work, such as operating heavy machinery or working at great heights.  

Studies have found that construction is one of the most dangerous industries to work in. A report from the Health and Safety Executive found that during a three-year period from 2021-2023, 53,000 construction workers sustained non-fatal injuries in the workplace.  

Highlighting the importance of testing in construction, the Chartered Institute of Building found that 60% of construction workers in the UK had seen their colleagues under the influence of alcohol or drugs on construction sites.  

Construction site drug and alcohol testing FAQs

Why test in the construction industry?

Performing construction site drug and alcohol testing is crucial to ensure workers are fit to carry out safety critical work, such as operating heavy machinery or working at great heights.  

Studies have found that construction is one of the most dangerous industries to work in. A report from the Health and Safety Executive found that during a three-year period from 2021-2023, 53,000 construction workers sustained non-fatal injuries in the workplace.  

Highlighting the importance of testing in construction, the Chartered Institute of Building found that 60% of construction workers in the UK had seen their colleagues under the influence of alcohol or drugs on construction sites.  

When are drug and alcohol tests normally conducted in the construction industry?

Most construction workers take part in pre-employment drug testing and random testing throughout their employment. Plus, testing is conducted after any accident or incident where drug or alcohol use is suspected. Generally, drug and alcohol testing in construction is common practice. It helps companies hire reliable staff and minimise risk to employees and the risk they carry when drug misuse is present in the workplace. 

Are there any regulations for drug and alcohol testing in the construction sector?

Currently, regular drug and alcohol testing is not a legal requirement for construction companies, but it is widely regarded as good practice across the industry. Build UK has created a template policy for drug and alcohol testing for construction companies in an attempt to streamline the approach to managing substance misuse.  

How much does on-site drug testing cost? 

Our bespoke construction site drug and alcohol testing packages are tailored to your requirements, ensuring you only pay for the service you need. We offer a partially or fully managed service, meaning the cost of your package could include: 

  • Testing area preparation  
  • Collecting samples safely and effectively 
  • Reviewing of instant testing results 
  • Managing logistics for further assessment of positive results 
  • Providing a legally-defensible certification 
What happens in a pre-employment medical health check for construction?

A pre-employment medical examination makes sure workers are fit to work in construction. A pre-employment medical exam may include: 

  • Physical medical assessments 
  • Blood pressure checks 
  • Vision tests 
  • Breathing and hearing evaluations 
  • Drug and alcohol screenings 

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