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description: Drug testing for maritime professionals. Fast, reliable insight into substance use to support safer workplace decisions.
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# **Drug testing** **for maritime**
With **71% of employers reporting concerns about addiction-related issues** in the workplace, drug testing has become an important part of managing risk in safety-critical roles.
**[Contact us for a quote](mailto:communications@cansfordlabs.co.uk)**
# Drug testing is not about targeting everyday workers or judging personal choices
Designed for roles where chronic or dependent substance use could have serious consequences, our analysis focuses on identifying levels of use over time, helping employers understand whether there is a cause for concern.
The outcome of our testing is not a verdict, but an insight, one piece of evidence that supports safer, more informed workplace decisions and a stronger duty of care.
# Drug testing should never be intrusive or unnecessary
It must be transparent, clearly communicated, and used only where there is a genuine safety justification.
Hair strand analysis looks beyond momentary impairment by detecting drug metabolites that remain in the body long after use. This provides clear insight into patterns of substance use over time, not just a single snapshot or a small window. Giving employers a more reliable, proportionate way to identify genuine risk, protect safety, and maintain trust in the workplace.
[Book a slot to chat with Alex](https://calendly.com/alex-ryder-cansfordlabs)
Alex is Head of Sales and Marketing at Cansford Labs and your main point of contact for employment testing.
She works closely with businesses to help you understand your requirements, explain the available testing options, and ensure the process is clear, reliable and well supported from start to finish.
# 5 panel
Basic analysis
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- Amphetamine
- Cannabinoids
- Cocaine
- Methamphetamines
- Opiates
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# 6 panel
Simple insight
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- Amphetamine
- Benzodiazepines
- Cannabinoids
- Cocaine
- Methamphetamines
- Opiates
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# 9 panel
Most common drug groups
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- Amphetamine
- Benzodiazepines
- Cannabinoids
- Cocaine
- Ketamine
- Methadone
- Methamphetamines
- Opiates
- Tramadol
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# 18 panel
Extended analysis
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- Amphetamine
- Antidepressants
- Antipsychotics
- Benzodiazepines
- Buprenorphine
- Cannabinoids
- Cathinones
- Cocaine
- Hallucinogenics
- Hypnotic sedatives
- Ketamine
- Mephedrone
- Methadone
- Methamphetamines
- Opioids
- Opiates
- Propoxyphene
- Tramadol
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# The need for effective workplace drug policies is growing
In 2024 alone, 310,000 adults were in contact with drug and alcohol treatment services, the highest figure since 2009, and nearly half of employers have noticed an increase in addiction-related issues within their workforce.
In high-risk environments, unmanaged substance use can affect judgement, reaction times, and decision-making, placing lives and livelihoods at risk.
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We offer practical training, for drug awareness and sample collection. Delivered by our experienced collectors, it equips your team to manage testing confidently and safely.
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### Support
Caring for your employees and colleagues truly matters. If someone on your team needs help with drugs or alcohol, guidance and support is available to get them safely back on track.
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