Safework Health’s nationally accredited HLTPAT005 drug and alcohol testing course is delivered online and in person. Book now!
Read moreHLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing course
Drugs and Alcohol – General Awareness Course
Reasonable Suspicion / For Cause Course
Alcohol Breathalyser Training Course
Drug Test Device Training Course
Office of the National Safety Regulator (ONRSR) Authorised Person Course
Course Content
Established under the Rail Safety National Law Act (2012), the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) oversees the safety of all workers on the Australian railways by way of scheduled and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
In addition to ONRSR’s testing program, rail transport operators are required to have a Drug and Alcohol Management Program (DAMP) in place which includes alcohol and drug testing of their workers using an Authorised Person to perform the testing.
In this course, Safework Health educates participants about the rail safety standards set by ONRSR and will provide learners with the knowledge and qualification to become an Authorised Person. Testing requirements in accordance with Rail Legislation are very strict and carry serious penalties if the testing is not conducted in compliance with expectations outlined for all Authorised Persons.
Course coverage
The course includes the following:
- Legislative requirements under the Rail Safety National Law
- Who is ONRSR?
- Requirements for authorised persons
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail safety regulation
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail transport operators DAMP
- Key requirements
Prerequisite
Participants must hold the HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing qualification or equivalent.
Certificate
Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a Certificate of Completion. They will also be awarded an Authorised Persons Tester card.
Course Schedule
Start Time
10:00 AM AEST (time can be negotiated based on location)
Evening and after-hours availability upon
Cost
From $250 + GST per person
Enquire Now
Educate your employees on the impacts of alcohol and drugs in the workplace.
Read moreHLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing course
Drugs and Alcohol – General Awareness Course
Reasonable Suspicion / For Cause Course
Alcohol Breathalyser Training Course
Drug Test Device Training Course
Office of the National Safety Regulator (ONRSR) Authorised Person Course
Course Content
Established under the Rail Safety National Law Act (2012), the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) oversees the safety of all workers on the Australian railways by way of scheduled and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
In addition to ONRSR’s testing program, rail transport operators are required to have a Drug and Alcohol Management Program (DAMP) in place which includes alcohol and drug testing of their workers using an Authorised Person to perform the testing.
In this course, Safework Health educates participants about the rail safety standards set by ONRSR and will provide learners with the knowledge and qualification to become an Authorised Person. Testing requirements in accordance with Rail Legislation are very strict and carry serious penalties if the testing is not conducted in compliance with expectations outlined for all Authorised Persons.
Course coverage
The course includes the following:
- Legislative requirements under the Rail Safety National Law
- Who is ONRSR?
- Requirements for authorised persons
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail safety regulation
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail transport operators DAMP
- Key requirements
Prerequisite
Participants must hold the HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing qualification or equivalent.
Certificate
Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a Certificate of Completion. They will also be awarded an Authorised Persons Tester card.
Course Schedule
Start Time
10:00 AM AEST (time can be negotiated based on location)
Evening and after-hours availability upon
Cost
From $250 + GST per person
Enquire Now
Why Choose Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training?
Workplace safety is everyone’s responsibility. Substance misuse not only threatens the wellbeing of individual employees but also endangers colleagues, disrupts productivity, and increases business risk. Our drug and alcohol awareness training provides clear, practical education on the effects of drugs and alcohol, the consequences of misuse, and the importance of adhering to workplace policies.
This course is an ideal first step when introducing or refreshing your organisation’s drug and alcohol policy, helping your workforce understand:
- Their personal responsibilities in maintaining a safe environment
- How drug and alcohol misuse impacts health, safety, and performance
- The legal and employment implications of breaching workplace policies
- How to support colleagues through awareness and available resources
Who Should Attend?
Safework Health strongly recommends drug and alcohol awareness training for employees, managers, and supervisors. Each group gains unique benefits from participating:
- Drug and alcohol awareness training for employees: Helps team members understand how drugs and alcohol affect fitness for work, what a breach of policy could mean, and how to make safer lifestyle choices that improve workplace performance.
- Drug and alcohol awareness training for supervisors: Equips frontline leaders with the knowledge to recognise potential signs of misuse, communicate expectations, and reinforce workplace policies fairly and effectively.
- Drug and alcohol awareness training for managers: Provides decision-makers with insights into risk management, compliance obligations, and how to implement supportive yet enforceable workplace safety programs.
By tailoring content to these different levels, Safework Health ensures the training resonates across your entire organisation.
Learn and understand the tools required to address possible alcohol and/or drug abuse in the workplace.
Read moreHLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing course
Drugs and Alcohol – General Awareness Course
Reasonable Suspicion / For Cause Course
Alcohol Breathalyser Training Course
Drug Test Device Training Course
Office of the National Safety Regulator (ONRSR) Authorised Person Course
Course Content
Established under the Rail Safety National Law Act (2012), the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) oversees the safety of all workers on the Australian railways by way of scheduled and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
In addition to ONRSR’s testing program, rail transport operators are required to have a Drug and Alcohol Management Program (DAMP) in place which includes alcohol and drug testing of their workers using an Authorised Person to perform the testing.
In this course, Safework Health educates participants about the rail safety standards set by ONRSR and will provide learners with the knowledge and qualification to become an Authorised Person. Testing requirements in accordance with Rail Legislation are very strict and carry serious penalties if the testing is not conducted in compliance with expectations outlined for all Authorised Persons.
Course coverage
The course includes the following:
- Legislative requirements under the Rail Safety National Law
- Who is ONRSR?
- Requirements for authorised persons
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail safety regulation
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail transport operators DAMP
- Key requirements
Prerequisite
Participants must hold the HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing qualification or equivalent.
Certificate
Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a Certificate of Completion. They will also be awarded an Authorised Persons Tester card.
Course Schedule
Start Time
10:00 AM AEST (time can be negotiated based on location)
Evening and after-hours availability upon
Cost
From $250 + GST per person
Enquire Now
Learn how to use and conduct breath alcohol testing in accordance with Australian Standards
Read moreHLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing course
Drugs and Alcohol – General Awareness Course
Reasonable Suspicion / For Cause Course
Alcohol Breathalyser Training Course
Drug Test Device Training Course
Office of the National Safety Regulator (ONRSR) Authorised Person Course
Course Content
Established under the Rail Safety National Law Act (2012), the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) oversees the safety of all workers on the Australian railways by way of scheduled and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
In addition to ONRSR’s testing program, rail transport operators are required to have a Drug and Alcohol Management Program (DAMP) in place which includes alcohol and drug testing of their workers using an Authorised Person to perform the testing.
In this course, Safework Health educates participants about the rail safety standards set by ONRSR and will provide learners with the knowledge and qualification to become an Authorised Person. Testing requirements in accordance with Rail Legislation are very strict and carry serious penalties if the testing is not conducted in compliance with expectations outlined for all Authorised Persons.
Course coverage
The course includes the following:
- Legislative requirements under the Rail Safety National Law
- Who is ONRSR?
- Requirements for authorised persons
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail safety regulation
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail transport operators DAMP
- Key requirements
Prerequisite
Participants must hold the HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing qualification or equivalent.
Certificate
Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a Certificate of Completion. They will also be awarded an Authorised Persons Tester card.
Course Schedule
Start Time
10:00 AM AEST (time can be negotiated based on location)
Evening and after-hours availability upon
Cost
From $250 + GST per person
Enquire Now
Develop an understanding of the correct procedures when using oral fluid or urine testing devices in the workplace.
Read moreHLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing course
Drugs and Alcohol – General Awareness Course
Reasonable Suspicion / For Cause Course
Alcohol Breathalyser Training Course
Drug Test Device Training Course
Office of the National Safety Regulator (ONRSR) Authorised Person Course
Course Content
Established under the Rail Safety National Law Act (2012), the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) oversees the safety of all workers on the Australian railways by way of scheduled and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
In addition to ONRSR’s testing program, rail transport operators are required to have a Drug and Alcohol Management Program (DAMP) in place which includes alcohol and drug testing of their workers using an Authorised Person to perform the testing.
In this course, Safework Health educates participants about the rail safety standards set by ONRSR and will provide learners with the knowledge and qualification to become an Authorised Person. Testing requirements in accordance with Rail Legislation are very strict and carry serious penalties if the testing is not conducted in compliance with expectations outlined for all Authorised Persons.
Course coverage
The course includes the following:
- Legislative requirements under the Rail Safety National Law
- Who is ONRSR?
- Requirements for authorised persons
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail safety regulation
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail transport operators DAMP
- Key requirements
Prerequisite
Participants must hold the HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing qualification or equivalent.
Certificate
Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a Certificate of Completion. They will also be awarded an Authorised Persons Tester card.
Course Schedule
Start Time
10:00 AM AEST (time can be negotiated based on location)
Evening and after-hours availability upon
Cost
From $250 + GST per person
Enquire Now
Develop an understanding of the different standards set by the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator.
Read moreHLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing course
Drugs and Alcohol – General Awareness Course
Reasonable Suspicion / For Cause Course
Alcohol Breathalyser Training Course
Drug Test Device Training Course
Office of the National Safety Regulator (ONRSR) Authorised Person Course
Course Content
Established under the Rail Safety National Law Act (2012), the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) oversees the safety of all workers on the Australian railways by way of scheduled and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
In addition to ONRSR’s testing program, rail transport operators are required to have a Drug and Alcohol Management Program (DAMP) in place which includes alcohol and drug testing of their workers using an Authorised Person to perform the testing.
In this course, Safework Health educates participants about the rail safety standards set by ONRSR and will provide learners with the knowledge and qualification to become an Authorised Person. Testing requirements in accordance with Rail Legislation are very strict and carry serious penalties if the testing is not conducted in compliance with expectations outlined for all Authorised Persons.
Course coverage
The course includes the following:
- Legislative requirements under the Rail Safety National Law
- Who is ONRSR?
- Requirements for authorised persons
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail safety regulation
- Knowledge and skills required under the rail transport operators DAMP
- Key requirements
Prerequisite
Participants must hold the HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing qualification or equivalent.
Certificate
Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a Certificate of Completion. They will also be awarded an Authorised Persons Tester card.
Course Schedule
Start Time
10:00 AM AEST (time can be negotiated based on location)
Evening and after-hours availability upon
Cost
From $250 + GST per person