Articles and press releases from ALCO-Safe

Zero-tolerance: SA pushes for 0% blood alcohol limit for drivers

Published: 06/10/2026    |    Views: 98
Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy says government is pursuing legislative amendments to move towards a strict 0% blood alcohol policy as part of efforts to improve road safety.

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Safer workplaces starts with smarter substance management

Published: 16/09/2026    |    Views: 114
Substance abuse threatens South African workplace safety. Effective risk management requires clear policies, appropriate testing tech, and education to protect employees.

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ALCO-Safe and Ya Bana Children’s Village

Published: 15/09/2026    |    Views: 240
ALCO-Safe partnered with Ya Bana Children’s Village, donating equipment and training to sensitively detect substance abuse early, offering vulnerable youth support..

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Prove it or lose it

Published: 06/09/2026    |    Views: 35
SA workplace alcohol policies fail without clear procedures and calibrated evidence. To withstand legal scrutiny, employers must back suspicion with verified testing.

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Can South Africa really enforce a 0% alcohol limit?

Published: 15/08/2026    |    Views: 196
SA's zero-tolerance alcohol policy needs better enforcement, officer training, and objective tech to bridge prosecution gaps, curb corruption, and effectively save lives.

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