The Importance of Drug and Alcohol Testing in Aviation
We will help you fulfill EASA requirements under AMC & GM CAT.GEN.MPA.170(c) in regard to Alcohol and Drug Policy
Ensure aviation safety and compliance with MHC Aviation’s drug and alcohol test. Solutions for pilots, flight attendants, and air traffic controllers. The aviation industry is known for its unwavering commitment to safety and good reason. Ensuring the well-being of passengers, crew, and the public is paramount. This is why drug and alcohol testing has become crucial in maintaining safety standards within the aviation industry.
Ensuring Confidentiality and Compliance
We at MHC Aviation will help you fulfil EASA requirements under AMC1 CAT.GEN.MPA.170(c) concerning Psychoactive substances in collaboration with our trusted partners to meet the set requirements. Contact us for more information and a quote for your airline. A customised solution by our partners can be tailored for your operation, locations, and staff training, handling and performing the testing when required.
- The operator ensures the confidentiality and protection of data.
- The body responsible for testing should be independent and accredited, using standard guidelines on psychoactive substance testing in accordance with national legislation.
- The operator handles the testing process, from the initial screening confirmation of used methods to the handling of test results. This should be conducted by impartial and trained personnel to ensure adherence to the procedure, determine true positives, and prevent false positives.
- The operator ensures the confidentiality and protection of data and that the body responsible for testing should be an independent, accredited body using standard guidelines on psychoactive substance testing in line with national legislation.
- The operator handles the testing process, from the initial screening, confirmation of used methods, and handling of test results. This should be conducted by impartial and trained personnel to ensure adherence to the procedure, determine true positives, and prevent false positives. Upon employment by the operator and with due cause in the following cases:
Following a reasonable suspicion and following an assessment by appropriately trained personnel; and after a serious incident or accident within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 996/2010, provided that testing is possible due to the location of the serious incident or accident.
Random: Nothing should prevent an operator from implementing a random testing programme by the requirements for testing individuals to mitigate the risk that misuse of psychotic substances remains undetected and endangers the safety of the aircraft or its occupants.
Drug and Alcohol Testing Services We Provide
Quick Test vs. Lab Test
- QUICK TEST
A not-as-accurate, smaller number of substances. This can be done with both saliva and urine - LAB TEST
Longer traceability with 72 different substances. Takes 3-5 business days and best accuracy.
Saliva vs. Urine Testing
- SALIVA
Less Invasive on integrity - URINE
Most common for Lab test
Contact us for more information on Drug and Alcohol testing for Alcohol Testing procedures for Pilot, Flight Attendant, Air Traffic Controller, and other airline crews.
Frequently Asked Questions | FAQs
Under European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations, EASA-licensed pilots are subject to alcohol and drug testing as part of the agency's efforts to ensure aviation safety. While there is no specific uniform frequency of testing, it can occur under several circumstances.
- Pre-Employment Testing
Pilots may undergo alcohol and drug testing as part of their pre-engagement screening before a client accepts them. - Random Testing
EASA requires random testing, which is one of the most common forms of testing. Pilots may be tested randomly at any time during their engagement with a client. - Post-Incident/Accident Testing
If a Pilot is involved in a serious incident or accident, a test is required to check for the presence of alcohol or drugs. The testing is mandated if a pilot is involved in an event that requires investigation or raises safety concerns.