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Police to stop static breath tests amid coronavirus fears

BREAKING: Queensland Police has made the huge decision to suspended static roadside breath and drug tests to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.

Police will suspend roadside breath tests to stop the spread of coronavirus.
Police will suspend roadside breath tests to stop the spread of coronavirus.

The Queensland Police Service (QPS) has suspended static (multi-vehicle) roadside breath and drug tests to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.

This approach will take immediate effect and remain in place until further notice.

The decision has been made to minimise health risks to QPS officers and the community.

Road safety continues to be a significant priority for the QPS. The QPS will continue to undertake random breath and drug testing through high visibility mobile patrols.

The QPS is constantly conducting risk assessments and considering health advice to ensure officer and community safety as the COVID-19 situation unfolds.

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