Tēnā koe Nigel

I acknowledge receipt of your four Official Information Act 1982 (OIA) requests with 21 questions as follows:

OIA 4:
1. The full list of materials and compounds used in the pad.
2. Any chemicals, reagents, preservatives, or stabilisers present.
3. Any biological agents, antibiotics, or antimicrobial substances contained in or applied to the pad.
4. Any known health risks, side effects, or contraindications associated with use of the pad.
5. Copies of safety data sheets (SDS), manufacturer specifications, or certification documents relating to the pad.
6. Any internal Police or Ministry of Transport documentation assessing health or safety risks of the pad.
7. Details of **health and safety procedures** followed by Police during roadside drug testing, including:
- Hygiene protocols for administering the test.
- Training provided to officers on safe handling of the pad.
- Procedures for managing individuals with medical conditions or vulnerabilities.
- Any risk assessments or occupational safety guidelines applied to officers and members of the public during testing.

OIA 3:
1. Copies of any **training manuals, operational guidelines, or scripts** provided to officers for use when requiring a driver to undergo:
- Breath alcohol tests,
- Oral fluid drug tests, and
- Blood tests (via medical practitioners).
2. Any **standard wording or phrases** officers are instructed to use when identifying themselves, citing statutory authority, and informing drivers of the consequences of refusal.
3. Any **internal policy documents** or communications that outline minimum requirements for officer identification (e.g., verbal identification, uniform, marked vehicle) during roadside stops.
4. Any **health and safety protocols** relating to officer–driver interaction during roadside testing, including hygiene procedures and risk management.

OIA2:
1. Whether any **DNA collection or retention** occurs during roadside oral fluid testing, either intentionally or as a by‑product of the test.
2. Whether members of the public may **handle the swab themselves** (rather than having direct bodily contact administered by an officer).
3. Whether individuals may **provide saliva by spitting onto the swab** instead of placing the pad directly on their tongue.
4. Whether individuals may **demand to retain the swab** in cases where the test result is negative, and if not, what procedures govern the disposal or retention of negative test swabs.
5. Any **policies, protocols, or statutory guidance** relating to the above matters, including internal Police instructions, Ministry of Transport documentation, or manufacturer specifications.

OIA 1:
1. Copies of any **risk assessments, hazard registers, or safety audits** conducted on the oral fluid testing pads prior to their deployment.
2. Any **WorkSafe NZ approvals, reviews, or correspondence** relating to the health and safety of these pads.
3. Copies of **manufacturer safety data sheets (SDS)** and any HSNO compliance documentation for the pad’s chemical or biological components.
4. Any **internal Police or Ministry of Transport documentation** assessing health risks to members of the public or officers during use of the pads.
5. Details of how Police have ensured compliance with HSWA duties to inform and protect the public from exposure to hazardous substances during roadside testing.

Your reference number is IR-01-25-45451.

You can expect a response to your request on or before 3 February 2026 unless an extension is needed.

Please note this due date reflects the non-working days over the holiday period of 25 December 2025 to 15 January 2026, as per the provisions of the Official Information Act.

Ngā mihi, Michelle
Advisor - Police National Headquarters

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