360° Drug and Alcohol Risk Management for the Maritime Industry

As an industry-leading provider, DNAlogy offers an array of innovative Drug & Alcohol screening products (Instant Self-Drug Tests), reliable laboratory analysis and support services, creating value for our customers around the world.

Any use of drug, pharmaceutical substances or alcohol in the maritime industry is forbidden and it is considered dangerous as it puts at risk passengers’ and crew’s safety on board. Marine working conditions (motion, engine noise, wind) in combination with the effects of drug, pharmaceutical substances and alcohol abuse (decreased alertness, balance, and concentration) increases the risk of accidents.

DRUG TESTING OPTIONS

Instant Self-Drug Tests

DNAlogy Instant Self-Drug Tests can be used for on-the-spot drug testing at workplace, with quick and reliable results in a few minutes (3-10 minutes). These tests are perfect for pre-shift screening or testing after a suspicious incident.

Instant Saliva Self-Drug Tests

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Instant Self Drug Tests with a saliva sample for the testing of drugs, pharmaceuticals and alcohol, with detection from 2 to 48 hours after consumption. Delivering results in 3- 10 minutes, it can screen multiple substances with just one test.

Instant Urine Self-Drug Tests

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Instant Self Drug Tests using a urine sample for the detection of drugs, pharmaceuticals and alcohol, with the ability to identify both recent and past usage. Delivering results in 5 minutes, it can screen multiple substances with just one test.

Laboratory Based Testing

  • Urine Sample

Urine is the most common sample used for Drug and Alcohol testing, especially in the Maritime Industry. The collection of the sample can be performed any time of the day, and the analysis will determine whether someone has recently used drugs and/or alcohol. DNAlogy offers full screening packages of 18 or 29 drugs, pharmaceutical substances and alcohol.

  • Hair Sample

Hair toxicological analyses can investigate earlier periods of consumption (up to 12 months), as well as determine the user’s profile: occasional user, daily user etc. DNAlogy offers analysis options, ranging from 6 common narcotics and pharmaceuticals. Ιt is a significant tool, especially in case of a positive test where it is crucial to investigate the level of use.

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Sampling options

  • Instant on-site Testing

Conducted by a company officer, in accordance with instructions and training offered by DNΑlogy. Immediate, accurate and multimodal on-the-spot testing, following the latest IMO & OCIMF guidance.

  • Online/Video Protocols

Conducted by a company officer in utilizing our remote testing service. Innovative, legally validated and non-intrusive procedure with real-time monitoring from our toxicology experts.

  • Attending collector

Conducted by one of our global network’s certified Collecting Officers. The procedure is impartial and has legal validity.

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Direct training and counselling from DNAlogy Toxicology Experts

Support services

  • MRO Service / Toxicology Expert Witness

DNAlogy’s team of physicians and toxicology specialists provides Medical Review Officer (MRO) services, ensuring full legal compliance and validity.

  • Drug and Alcohol policy consulting

DNAlogy’s team of experts is committed to developing a customized Drug and Alcohol policy, specifically tailored to meet the unique requirements of maritime companies.

  • Drug and Alcohol Training Education

Certified training sessions on specimen collection procedures, along with e-learning modules focused on the specific toxicology requirements for the maritime industry.

  • Drug and Alcohol Program Management

Providing program management/management of the testing schedule according to your drug and alcohol policy.

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Advantages of Drug and Alcohol testing with DNALogy

  • Ability to detect up to 29 drugs, pharmaceutical substances and over 100 substances in a hair sample
  • Rapid delivery of results and certificate (within 4 days upon receipt of samples)
  • Official results report signed by two (2) toxicology experts, with legal validity across the world
  • Supply of vessels with self D&A kit with high sensitivity for emergency incidents and ability to validate the results remotely
  • Remote sampling methods with no physical attendance
  • Attending collector services with global coverage
  • Direct contact with our laboratories 24/7
  • Scientific guidance and administration of all incidents
  • Very competitive prices

DNAlogy Laboratory - Toxicology Department

European Institute for Genetics and DNA Identification, DNAlogy is accredited according to the ELOT EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for all forensic DNA and toxicological analysis; certified by international organizations, manned by Forensic Experts of the Greek and International Judicial Authorities and operates in accordance with the guidelines and prerequisites of the following maritime standards: OCIMF, RightShip, International Maritime Organization, International Labor Organization.

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DNAlogy is an international member of the National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA)

DNAlogy is an international member of the National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) which aims to the maintenance of safe and drug and alcohol-free workplaces. Through this worldwide partnership, the development of international drug and alcohol testing standards is ensured, in combination with the existing internationally recognized and established standards.

Our Team at your disposal
24 hours, 7 days a week

   Leof. Vouliagmenis 98 Glyfada 166 74

   Tel: +30 210 9650 370

   Fax: +30 210 9650 370

   Mobile: +30 6987383417
          *for urgent cases

   info@dnalogy.eu

     

Contact us

Our Team at your disposal
24 hours, 7 days a week

   Leof. Vouliagmenis 98 Glyfada 166 74

   Tel: +30 210 9650 370

   Fax: +30 210 9650 370

   Mobile: +306987383417
          *for urgent cases

   info@dnalogy.eu

     

Contact us