Drug & Alcohol Testing

Whether it is substance abuse, addiction, in the form of medication or recreational usage, drugs and alcohol have been an ongoing issue within our workplaces for years.

At Medika North, we are dedicated to safeguarding your workers from accidents and injuries associated with Drugs and Alcohol.

Reliable Testing Services in Accordance to National Standards:

  • Express Testing Services (Point of Collection Testing – POCT)
  • SAMHSA Approved & HHS Certified Laboratory-based Testing
  • Medical Review Officer (MRO)
  • Quality Control Methods & Accuracy
  • Quick Response Time
  • Conveniently located in Taiganova Industrial Park with National Testing Canada-wide
  • Random Drug and Alcohol Testing through scientific methodology
  • Mobile Onsite Testing

Breath Alcohol Testing available using the Alco Sensor IV RBT IV.

Breath Alcohol Technician & Calibration Technician Training also available. Inquire within!

If you don’t see your service above, please use the form below to contact us and we can customize any of your health business needs in a cost effective manner.

Current COAA Canadian Model

Construction Owners Association of Canada (COAA) and Energy Safety Canada (ESC) released the Canadian Model 6.1

The publication of the Canadian Model version 6.1 can be found at Canadian Model v.6.1

The purpose of the Canadian Model for Providing a Safe Workplace (Canadian Model) is to contribute to a safe workplace for all workers by reducing the risks associated with the inappropriate use of alcohol and drugs. It is a best practice alcohol and drug policy that stakeholders across Canada can adopt and follow as an integral part of an overall safety and loss management policy. The Canadian Model aims to articulate minimum industry expectations for a safe workplace, while recognizing that some companies may require higher or alternative standards based on the specific nature of their operations.

This Canadian Model can also be used as a tool for improving safety through education and personal commitment. Awareness training for management, labour providers, bargaining agents, supervisors and workers is key to ensuring commonality and clarity across sites. Mentoring relationships between more experienced and less experienced companies will maximize the effectiveness of this model policy and make safer workplaces for all.

ALCOHOL AND DRUG GUIDELINES

In the Canadian construction and maintenance industries and the oil and gas industry, a strong commitment exists to ensure all employees are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful workplace. This commitment extends to the safety of contractors and the general public. The inappropriate use of alcohol and drugs can have serious adverse effects on the safety and well-being of employees, contractors and the public. Awareness of the potential risks associated with the use of alcohol and drugs is a vital first step in providing a safe, healthy and reliable workplace. The objective of the following alcohol and drug guidelines and the alcohol and drug work rule is to address risks (safety, health, environmental and operational incidents) to which alcohol and drug use may be a contributing factor.

The COAA is also guided by the U.S. Department of Transportation CFR Part 40. This publication can be found at: Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs | US Department of Transportation