Drug and Alcohol Testing, Hobart and Tasmania

AusHealth is Australia’s largest provider of drug and alcohol testing services, delivering reliable and professional testing solutions across Tasmania.

We service all major urban centres, including Hobart, Launceston and Devonport, as well as regional and remote communities throughout the state. No matter the location, we support workplaces in meeting their safety and compliance obligations.

Our team of trained collectors are based throughout Tasmania and are on call 24/7, ensuring fast, flexible and local service wherever and whenever it’s needed.

AusHealth’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Services:

• Mandated regular drug and alcohol testing
  Industries such as mining, aviation and transportation are legally required to ensure a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. AusHealth supports Tasmanian businesses with a comprehensive range of testing services to help meet federally mandated safety obligations. Our solutions typically include onsite testing, pre-employment screening, random testing and post-incident testing.
• Post-incident drug and alcohol testing
  Our Customer Service Team is available 24/7 and can promptly dispatch the nearest collection team to your Tasmanian workplace or incident site to perform urgent drug and alcohol testing when needed.
• Specialist testing to determine long-term substance misuse
  In coordination with our in-house toxicology experts based in Adelaide, AusHealth provides specialist testing services — including hair testing — to detect long-term substance use. These advanced services are available to clients across Tasmania and can be arranged through our responsive Customer Service Team.

We provide pre-employment, scheduled random, post-incident and return-to-work drug and alcohol testing to support safe and compliant workplaces.

Testing can be conducted onsite at your workplace or offsite on your behalf — such as following a workplace incident or when confidentiality is required.

Our testing procedures are efficient, discreet, and fully compliant with Australian standards, using validated sampling methods that deliver comprehensive and reliable results.

Drug and alcohol testing methods in Tasmania:

• Breath testing: Breathalysers are used to detect the presence of alcohol. This method is non-invasive, with results available immediately.
• Saliva testing: Saliva testing is a non-invasive method used to detect recent drug use. It provides quick and reliable results, typically available on the same day.
• Urine testing: Urine testing can detect drug use over several days — or even weeks. It identifies a wide range of substances, including amphetamines, benzodiazepines, cocaine, opiates and THC. This method is commonly used for comprehensive workplace drug screening.
• Hair testing: Hair testing is designed to detect long-term or chronic substance use. It offers a wider detection window than other testing methods and is particularly useful for identifying patterns of drug use over time.

After sample collection, results are available within minutes. Non-negative results are sent to a lab for confirmation. Our teams follow strict procedures to ensure accuracy, compliance and confidentiality.

Video: The most common excuses for a drug test.

All tests in Tasmania are conducted by our trained collectors, ensuring accuracy, consistency and confidentiality every time.

We adhere to Australian Standards (ISO 9001 and ISO 45001:2018), so you can be confident that all testing meets the highest standards for quality, safety and regulatory compliance.

Tasmanian Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Process

• Step one: Book Your Testing
  Contact our Customer Service Team to arrange the testing solution that best suits your needs — whether it’s scheduled onsite testing or urgent post-incident response.
• Step two: Collectors arrive at your workplace
  In Tasmania, our trained collectors arrive promptly and use approved devices to collect and test samples onsite. Negative results are provided immediately, while any non-negative results are securely sent to a certified laboratory for further analysis. All initial results are delivered via same-day email, ensuring fast, confidential communication.
• Step three (if required): Laboratory screening
  Non-negative results are sent to a NATA-accredited laboratory for confirmatory testing to ensure accuracy and compliance. In more complex cases, our in-house Toxicology Team provides advanced investigation and expert analysis to support a clear and reliable outcome.
• Step four: Results
  Comprehensive final reports are delivered within seven to 10 business days.

AusHealth offers flexible testing solutions, depending on your workplace needs. Common testing scenarios include:

• Pre-employment: Screening new hires before they join your team.
• Scheduled random testing: Selectively testing employees without prior notice to maintain ongoing compliance.
• Post-incident testing: Conducted after workplace accidents.
• Return-to-work testing: For employees returning after a positive test.

Our experts work with you to tailor a testing schedule that aligns with your industry requirements, company goals and safety policies.

Video: Our Toxicologists explain how long it takes for drugs to leave your system.

AusHealth is Australia’s largest provider of drug and alcohol testing services.

We provide services to public sector agencies and commercial businesses nationwide, supporting a diverse range of industries such as mining, construction, transportation, logistics and government.

Whether your organisation is large or small, our Tasmanian collectors are ready to assist in keeping your workplace safe, healthy and compliant.

Some of Our Drug and Alcohol Testing Clients… 

• ARTC
• Australian Federal Police (AFP)
• Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
• Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)
• Department of Defence
• Department of Home Affairs
• Metro North Hospital and Health Service
• Metro South Health
• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN)
• NSW Government
• ONRSR
• Pacific National
• SA Government
• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network (SALHN)
• TOLL IPEC
• VIC Government
• Virgin Australia

• Tasmania-Based Collection Teams: Our trained collectors are based throughout Tasmania and ready to travel to your site — from Hobart and Launceston to regional and remote locations across the state.
• Expert Support from Our In-House Toxicology Team: For any non-negative or disputed results, our resident team of qualified toxicologists provides expert analysis and confirmation, offering clarity and peace of mind for you and your workforce.
• Nationally Accredited and Fully Compliant: We strictly adhere to all relevant Australian Standards for drug and alcohol testing, ensuring your workplace remains compliant, protected and safe.
• Fast, Reliable Results: We test for alcohol and a broad range of drugs, with most results delivered on the same day of testing to keep your operations running safely and smoothly.
• Tailored to Your Workplace: Our experienced customer service team collaborates with you to design a testing program that meets your specific safety requirements, whether you operate in construction, transport, mining or another high-risk industry in Tasmania.

Quality: ISO 9001/45001:2018 | Issued by TQCSI | Accreditation Number: AU801-SC

NATA Laboratory Accreditation: ISO/IEC 17025 | Accreditation Number: 15338 | Site Number: 16007

ASQA: Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Number: 40379

Where in Tasmania do you conduct drug and alcohol testing?

AusHealth offers drug and alcohol testing services across Tasmania, covering both urban centres and regional areas. Our collectors are based throughout the state, including locations like Hobart, Launceston and Devonport, as well as more remote communities, ensuring prompt and reliable service wherever your workplace is located.

How accurate are drug and alcohol tests?

Drug and alcohol tests are highly reliable providing they are carried out by qualified professionals using certified equipment (with follow-up laboratory confirmation) to Australian standards. Properly conducted testing holds up under scrutiny from employers, regulatory bodies, and legal authorities. At AusHealth, we strictly follow procedures to guarantee accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.

Do Do we need a workplace policy to conduct drug and alcohol testing in Tasmania?

Yes, having a clear workplace drug and alcohol policy is vital before implementing any testing. It establishes legal compliance, outlines expectations, and safeguards both the employer and employees. Without a formal policy, testing can lead to ethical and legal complications. AusHealth can assist you in creating or updating your policy to suit your workplace and meet Australian Standards.

What happens if one of our employees tests positive?

If an employee’s test result is ‘non-negative’, the sample is forwarded to a NATA-accredited laboratory for confirmation. Once confirmed, your workplace policy will guide the appropriate response, which might involve counselling, suspension or other measures. All results are managed confidentially, and AusHealth provides ongoing support throughout the process.

What’s the difference between saliva, urine and hair tests?

Each type of test has distinct benefits, depending on what you need to detect and the timeframe involved:

• Saliva Testing: Quick and non-invasive, ideal for detecting recent drug use within the past 12 to 48 hours, commonly used in workplace or roadside checks.

• Urine Testing: Often used for pre-employment or random screening, it detects drug use over the previous several days.

• Hair Testing: Provides a longer detection window — up to 90 days — making it useful for monitoring long-term or chronic drug use.

AusHealth can guide you in choosing the most suitable testing approach based on your workplace needs and risk factors.

Across Tasmania, we provide additional testing-related services to support compliant and safe businesses.

Policy Development

AusHealth can help you draft a Drug and Alcohol Standard Operating Procedure and Workplace Testing Policy to ensure you are fully compliant with Tasmanian and Federal legislation.

Training

We offer a range of training courses in drug and alcohol testing services, health and wellness, and first aid.

Respiratory Mask Fitting

Ensure your employees have suitable respiratory protection with our respiratory fit testing.

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