Alcohol & Drug Testing for Maritime Compliance
Ensuring a drug- and alcohol-free crew is critical to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational integrity in the maritime industry. At White Coral Offshore, we provide comprehensive alcohol and drug testing services specifically designed for ship managers, operators, and crewing agencies, ensuring full alignment with international regulations, port authority requirements, Safety Management Systems (SMS), and insurance standards.
Why Alcohol and Drug Testing Matters
Crew impairment due to drugs or alcohol poses a serious threat to vessel safety, crew welfare, and environmental protection. In response, international maritime regulations—including IMO, ISM Code, ILO, and flag state requirements—mandate clear protocols for substance testing.
Routine and random testing not only supports legal compliance, but also reinforces a culture of accountability and operational discipline onboard.
Regulatory-Driven, Globally Accepted Testing
Our alcohol and drug testing solutions are fully compliant with Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) guidelines—the benchmark for forensic-level drug and alcohol testing. This ensures our services are recognized and accepted by:
- Port State Control authorities
- Marine insurers and P&I clubs
- Classification societies
- Flag and coastal state administrations
Types of Sampling Available Onboard
We offer a range of non-invasive, reliable sampling methods, depending on your operational needs and regulatory scope:
- Urine Testing: The most commonly accepted method for drug detection with fast turnaround and broad substance panels.
- Saliva Testing: Ideal for immediate detection of recent drug use, often used in random or pre-watch scenarios.
- Hair Testing: Offers a long detection window (up to 90 days), suitable for pre-employment and compliance audits.
All tests can be conducted:
- Randomly (unannounced)
- Pre-employment or pre-boarding
- Post-incident or cause-based
- Periodically, as required by SMS or flag state protocol
Seamless Support for Compliance
White Coral provides end-to-end testing support:
- Coordination of certified collection officers
- Chain of custody documentation
- Sample handling and secure lab submission
- Official lab reports and compliance records
We understand the time-sensitive nature of maritime operations and offer rapid deployment to ports worldwide, minimizing disruption to your crew schedule and port turnaround time.
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Whether you’re preparing for port state inspection, SMS audits, or ensuring full regulatory compliance, White Coral is your trusted partner in delivering reliable, SAMHSA-compliant alcohol and drug testing services for your fleet.
Let us help you maintain a safe, compliant, and drug-free workplace at sea.