Business Owners & Staff Alcohol Screening: CTSTime’s Straight Answers
In SA, alcohol consumed on the job accounts for 15-30% of all workplace accidents.
Jislaaik! No doubt, South Africans have an imbalanced relationship with booze.
Maintaining a sober workplace in the restaurant industry may sound like a joke.
But it is possible. Introducing the Hikvision 2-in-1 wall-mounted breathalyser with automated facial clocking. This blog focuses on catering industry staff: Integrated access denial discourages on-site drinking.
CTSTime answers business owners’ FAQs about employee alcohol screening.
What is an Integrated Alcohol Detection & Face Clocking Terminal?
CTSTime supplies a wall-mounted breath alcohol screening module that simply plugs into a robust face recognition staff-clocking terminal. The compact device links to door locking mechanisms and time and attendance software systems. You can visit our CTS software page for product feature info (e.g., time & shifts); Scroll down to ‘Product View’ and click on the relevant tabs.
Integrate dry staff clocking with your existing software, e.g., Clover POS and Toast POS; Install technology that caters for complex shift rules and requirements. Talk to our expert staff today.
How much is a Hikvision Breathalyser Clocking System for a Restaurant or Pub?
The total cost for a hands-free Hikvision Breathalyser and Face Scanner System is R22,800-R23,150. Protect your pub and prevent workplace accidents due to alcohol impaired staff.
Why does the DS-K1T673DGX cost more than the DS-K1T673DWX face recognition scanner?
The DS-K1T673DGX has a built-in modem and antenna that supports 4G wireless connectivity and Power over Ethernet (PoE). This added cellular capability and ability to draw power and data from a single Ethernet cable, simplifies the installation process, and carries an additional R350 fee.
Or purchase a DS-K1T673DWX that supports Wi-Fi (2.4G) and is powered by 12-24V DC/2A. Otherwise, the DSK1T673 Series Face Scanner Specifications are the same for both devices:
- 7-inch LCD touch screen
- 2 MP wide-angle lens
- Face recognition distance < 3m
- Verifies faces in < 0.2 seconds
- Face mask detection and anti-spoofing
- Supports a peripheral alcohol detection plug-in module
How do Local Eateries Benefit from Employee Sober Access Control?
Durbanites are renowned for being rather particular patrons when it comes to fine dining.
Drunk staff should not be on the menu.
Sloppy food plating or slow service could ruin your restaurant’s hard-won reputation. A fast-food franchise can ill afford legal expenses incurred by a drunk delivery driver, let alone the costs to repair an accident damaged vehicle.
Install a Hikvision breathalyser module at your employee entrance for sober access control. Safeguard your reputation. Consider mounting a face recognition unit on your storeroom door. Keep your supplies secure. Prevent theft of valuable liquor. Ensure only authorised staff have control over the alcohol inventory.
Bottom line, customers expect sober staff and orderly service.
What is the Breath Alcohol Limit in South Africa?
In Mzansi, the breath alcohol limit for a normal driver is <0.24 mg/L BrAC (breath alcohol concentration). Professional drivers and employees operating machinery are subject to a stricter limit of <0.01mg/L BrAC.
As an employer, you are legally obliged to prevent intoxication in the workplace.
However, zero-tolerance may not be appropriate for all staff. Take your top chef, for instance, taste testing is integral to pairing food and wine.
Create a rational Alcohol Policy as part of your staff contracts. Clearly communicate workplace rules regarding testing and discipline.
Can you dismiss an employee for being drunk at work in SA?
Yes, you can dismiss a staff member for being inebriated at work. But it is not an automatic outcome, and employers must follow fair procedure.
Install a 2-in-1 Detection Access Control: Automated Sober Service Assured
Why, because Mzansi loves to party, so make sure it is not on your dime. Keep your alcohol supplies for service.
Contact CTSTime: Trusted Hikvision suppliers, KZN
Give us a call today – our expert team can answer any questions about sober clocking solutions for your restaurant staff. Whether you’re a restaurateur in uMhlanga’s Lagoon Dr. or Shongweni’s Weston Square, we’ve got you covered.
FAQ: Face Clock-In Breathalyser System for Restaurant Staff, Related Links:
1. Labour Guide | Substance Abuse a Workplace Problem
2. CTSTime Infographic: Best Breathalyser for SA Business
3. Time And Attendance Software | CTSTime
4. CTSTime & Attendance | Clocking Hardware for SA Business
5. DS-K1T673DXO-STD_SA_Datasheet_20241008.pdf
6. DS-K1T673DWX_Datasheet_20250321.pdf
7. DS-KAB673-A Alcohol Detection Module | CTSTime
8. Be Alert | Zero Tolerance | SAPS (South African Police Service)