Nationally recognised training
HLTPAT010 — Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing
Build the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to conduct workplace specimen collection and breath alcohol testing correctly.
Course overview
Competent collectors. Confident workplaces.
This course combines theory with extensive practical learning for new and experienced collectors working in workplace drug and alcohol testing environments.
Delivered in partnership with Healthcorp (RTO 91222). Successful participants receive a Statement of Attainment for HLTPAT010.
Group bookings and tailored delivery options are available.
What you will learn
Practical capability from preparation to documentation.
- Purpose and requirements of workplace testing
- Preparing the collection environment
- Urine and oral-fluid specimen collection
- Workplace breath alcohol testing
- Chain of custody and documentation
- Infection prevention and control
- Professional donor communication
- Privacy and confidentiality
Who it is for
Designed for people responsible for workplace collection.
Build a strong foundation in compliant collection procedures and practical technique.
Refresh knowledge, strengthen consistency and align practice with current workplace expectations.
Develop capable internal collectors through group bookings and tailored delivery.
Practical learning & course detail
Extensive hands-on preparation for real workplace collections.
Practical activities
- Preparing collection equipment and the collection environment
- Conducting urine and oral-fluid specimen collections
- Performing workplace breath alcohol testing
- Maintaining specimen integrity and chain of custody
- Completing documentation accurately
- Managing workplace scenarios using industry best practice
Who should attend
- New and existing workplace specimen collectors
- People holding HLTPAT005 who need the current unit
- Testing providers, nurses and occupational health professionals
- WHS personnel and employers establishing in-house programs
- Anyone responsible for workplace urine or oral-fluid collection
Already hold HLTPAT005?
Your HLTPAT005 qualification remains valid, but the unit has been superseded by HLTPAT010. Whether you need the updated unit depends on your employer, client or industry requirements. NTAC Group can discuss your circumstances.
Course information: Approximately 8 hours; face-to-face or live online via Zoom. Successful participants receive a Statement of Attainment issued by Healthcorp (RTO 91222).
Ready to discuss your training requirements?
NTAC Group is based in Western Sydney and supports organisations Australia-wide.