ALCO-Safe

Expanding your team for Youth Month shouldn't break your budget.

📉 At ALCO-Safe, we believe safety should be accessible to every business, which is why we offer high-quality Refurbished Breathalysers.

These units provide a cost-effective entry into professional alcohol screening without compromising on the high standards of accuracy that ALCO-Safe is known for.

Why choose refurbished from ALCO-Safe?
- Guaranteed Quality: Every refurbished unit is meticulously checked and serviced by our expert technicians.
- SANAS Calibrated: Like our new models, refurbished units are calibrated in our SANAS-accredited lab for total defensibility.
- Cost-Efficient: Ideal for startups, small businesses, or expanding sites with limited budgets.
- Support: Backed by over 42 years of industry experience and support services.

Browse our refurbished offers: https://links.alcosafe.co.za/c951dbd7

Trust the tech. 🛡️ ALCO-Safe is South Africa's first privately owned laboratory to achieve SANAS accreditation for breathalyser calibration.

What does this mean for the future of work? It means that the next generation can have absolute confidence in the fairness of their workplace testing.

Accreditation confirms that our calibration procedures, documentation, and accuracy calculations have been independently approved.

Accuracy isn't just about numbers—it's about the trust that employers are making decisions based on results that are accurate, fair, and defensible.

Learn about our SANAS-accredited calibration services: https://links.alcosafe.co.za/7ee69dc6

In safety-sensitive environments, one wrong decision can have serious consequences. 🛑

Alcohol testing isn't just about ticking a compliance box—it is a critical part of preventing incidents before they happen. In our latest article, ALCO-Safe Managing Director Rhys Evans explores the vital role of breathalysers as crisis prevention tools in high-risk workplaces like mining, construction, and manufacturing.

When implemented correctly, a breathalyser programme helps identify and address alcohol-related risks early, keeping your operations running smoothly and ensuring that every worker goes home safe.

Read the full article to learn how to proactively protect your workforce: https://alcosafe.co.za/in-the-news/search-in-the-news/dnnarticle-detail-view/articleid/143/breathalysers-as-crisis-prevention-tools-in-safety-sensitive-workplaces

Today, we pause to remember the incredible courage, resilience, and unity of the youth of 1976 who forever changed the course of South Africa's history.

At ALCO-Safe, we believe that our youth aren't just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the change-makers of today. Empowering the next generation means creating environments where they can thrive, grow, and reach their full potential safely.

Our Commitment to the Future:
We are dedicated to fostering substance-free, safe workplaces and communities across South Africa. By promoting awareness, responsibility, and safety, we help ensure that the bright futures of our young professionals, entrepreneurs, and workers remain protected.

Let’s honor the legacy of the past by making responsible choices today that pave the way for a safer, healthier, and more prosperous tomorrow.

Mentorship is a powerful tool for safety. Senior staff members play a crucial role in guiding the youth on how to navigate high-risk environments safely.

By using objective tools like breathalysers and drug tests, supervisors can remove the "guesswork" and bias from safety assessments.

This creates a fair environment where young workers feel they are being judged on facts rather than assumptions.

When mentorship is combined with objective technology, you create a training ground where young workers can thrive and learn the value of a sober workplace.

Empower your mentors with the right tools: https://links.alcosafe.co.za/0027bf0a

Precision is the backbone of fairness in the workplace. When a young worker’s career is on the line, you need equipment that provides undeniable accuracy.

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The Lion Alcolmeter series (including the 700 and 900 models) is designed to exceed the highest standards for accuracy and reliability.

These devices provide the "Gold Standard" in breath alcohol testing, ensuring that results are legally defensible in any disciplinary or CCMA case.

Key features for professional screening:
- Accuracy: Revolutionary fuel cell sensors deliver stable, reliable readings.
- Data Integrity: Large internal memory and GPS technology for transparent record-keeping.
- Durability: Proven to operate accurately in the field for over 10 years.
- Defensibility: Adherence to strict standards ensures legal protection for the employer.

View the Lion Alcolmeter range: https://links.alcosafe.co.za/c3c0930e

As the workplace evolves, so do the challenges. Substance abuse trends among young professionals are changing, with a rise in the use of illicit and unregulated substances.

A robust substance abuse policy must be dynamic enough to address these emerging trends while remaining fair and legally defensible.

Modern testing technology can detect intoxication even from non-regulated sources.

We help organisations update their documentation to reflect modern best practices, ensuring your policy is both compassionate and compliant for the workforce of 2026.

Update your policy for the next generation: https://links.alcosafe.co.za/0027bf0a

Safety in the workplace is non-negotiable! 🛑 Implementing a legally sound substance abuse policy combined with the right testing equipment is paramount for any high-risk industry.

In our latest featured article, ALCO-Safe Managing Director Rhys Evans unpacks why proactive substance testing goes far beyond basic compliance. By combining clear policies, trained staff, and accredited, calibrated breathalysers, companies can successfully build an accountable work environment, boost productivity, and most importantly—save lives.

Equip your team with the right procedures and the best tools to maintain a secure workplace. Read the full article to learn how to strengthen your safety protocols today! 👇

🔗 https://alcosafe.co.za/in-the-news/search-in-the-news/dnnarticle-detail-view/articleid/144/substance-abuse-policy-testing-are-paramount

Today (09 June 2026), on World Accreditation Day, we celebrate the value of
accreditation and the confidence it brings to businesses, regulators, and the public.
For us at ALCO-Safe, this day carries special significance.

We are proud to be South Africa& #39;s first and currently the only commercial laboratory
accredited by SANAS to ISO/IEC 17025 for the calibration of evidential breath
alcohol analysers. This accreditation is more than a certificate on the wall. It is an
ongoing commitment to technical competence, impartiality, measurement traceability,
and continual improvement. It represents the trust that our customers place in us
every day.

Our achievement would not be possible without the dedication of our team. Every
technician and support staff member plays a vital role in maintaining the standards
expected of an accredited laboratory. Your professionalism, attention to detail, and
commitment to quality ensure that every calibration we perform can be relied upon
with confidence.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our customers. By choosing an
accredited laboratory, you demonstrate your own commitment to quality, safety, and
reliable measurement. Your trust challenges us to maintain the highest standards
and to continually improve the services we provide.

On this World Accreditation Day, we celebrate a shared commitment to excellence.
Together, we help ensure that measurements can be trusted, decisions are
supported by reliable evidence, and confidence in breath alcohol testing is
strengthened across South Africa and the African continent.

Thank you to our staff, our customers, and our partners for being part of this journey.

Happy World Accreditation Day!

Building a safety culture starts with "The Why." Young workers are more likely to comply with substance testing when they understand it is a tool for protection, not a tool for punishment.

Education plays a vital role in dismantling the stigma around testing.

When we teach the next generation that a sober workplace means everyone returns home safely, we foster a culture of mutual respect and accountability.

Transparency in your testing policy is key to earning the trust of young professionals who value clear communication and fair treatment.

Need help communicating your safety policy? https://links.alcosafe.co.za/d3a98070