Drug and alcohol testing equipment

Breathalyser calibration and on-board drug and alcohol test kits that match the policy your charterers and vetting inspectors check.

Vertex technician going through the drug and alcohol test procedure with the ship master, breathalyser and sealed test kits on the desk

Why it matters

Most charterers expect a drug and alcohol policy with unannounced testing on board, and vetting inspectors ask to see the kits and the breathalyser's calibration record. The STCW Code sets the alcohol limit; your safety management system sets how you test.

We keep the breathalysers calibrated and the kits in date, so the testing part of your policy never becomes a finding.

What we do

Scope of work

  1. 01

    Breathalysers

    Calibration of screening and evidential breath alcohol testers, with certificates.

  2. 02

    Test kits

    Supply of multi-panel drug test kits and alcohol consumables, with expiry dates tracked.

  3. 03

    Paperwork

    Test record forms that fit your procedure, ready for the vetting inspector.

Intervals

When it is due

Typical intervals under the IMO instruments listed. Your flag, class or the maker's manual can ask for more; we check before we quote.

ItemIntervalBasis
Breathalyser calibrationAs the maker specifiesMaker
Test kitsBy the expiry dateMaker

What you get

  • Calibration certificate per breathalyser
  • Kit list with expiry dates
  • Due dates in your customer portal

Rules we work to

  • STCW Code A-VIII/1
  • ISM Code
  • Charterer and vetting requirements

References are summaries for planning. The current text of each instrument, your flag's interpretation and the maker's instructions always apply.

Request service

Book it for the next port call.

A vessel name, an IMO number and an ETA are enough to get a quote moving. Attach last year's certificates if you have them.