Testing Methods
Urine Drug Screening
Urine drug screening is a common workplace testing method used to detect recent drug use. NQDD conducts onsite urine screening and, where a non-negative result is returned, arranges laboratory confirmation.
Who this service is for
Employers running workplace programs, pre-employment screening, and organisations with established urine-testing policies.
How it works
- 1Confirm the testing requirement and policy alignment.
- 2Conduct onsite urine screening using appropriate collection procedures.
- 3If the onsite screen is non-negative, the sample is sent for laboratory confirmation.
- 4Results are reported confidentially.
Compliance & confirmation
Onsite urine screening is referenced against AS/NZS 4308:2023 where factually applicable. An onsite screening result is not a confirmed positive result. Non-negative onsite results require confirmation by a NATA-accredited laboratory.
Why choose NQDD
- Onsite and clinic collection
- Chain-of-custody procedures
- Laboratory confirmation pathways
- Confidential reporting
Frequently asked questions
Is an onsite urine screen a confirmed positive?+
No. An onsite screening result that is non-negative must be confirmed by a NATA-accredited laboratory before it can be treated as a confirmed positive.
What standard applies to urine testing?+
Where applicable, NQDD references AS/NZS 4308:2023 for urine screening procedures. Laboratory confirmation follows relevant laboratory standards.
How long are urine samples retained?+
Sample retention follows your policy and laboratory procedures. NQDD can discuss retention requirements with you.
Ready to book a test?
Book online, request workplace testing, or get in touch with our North Queensland team. 24/7 urgent call-out available.