materials
Each chapter contains posters and stickers that you are welcome to print and use. Below are the .pdf files for the posters and stickers found in each chapter! Some chapters also contain supplementary materials as appendices. You can find forms, waivers and other useful documents below. Please download, print and use as needed.
posters
There are two different poster sizes for you to use, a small easily printable version that you can print in your office, sized 8.5 x 11 inches. There is also a full size poster sized 18 x 24 inches with full bleed. Please download, print and distribute!
THE SEVEN ATTRIBUTES OF HARM REDUCTION
Harm Reduction is a holistic framework of practice that empowers people to decide what services work best for them, based on their own unique life situation. This poster breaks down the seven attributes of Harm Reduction as defined by Denis-Lalonde et al. (2019).
Words matter
Knowing the impact of words is important. This poster provides a quick reference on language that is non-assuming, inclusive, and non-judgmental.
TOP FIVE TRANS ALLY PRINCIPLES
People who are gender diverse and use drugs experience multilayered or intersectional oppression. It is important to be knowledgeable about gender diversity and use inclusive gender language. This poster provides a reference on how to be an ally of transgender and non-binary people.
HOW TO RESPOND TO SEXUAL violence DISCLOSURE
This poster provides a reference on how to support someone through sexual violence.
tHREE CORE PILLARS OF DRUG CHECKING
Drug checking refers to an integrated HR service that allows people involved with substances (e.g., fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, MDMA, LSD, ketamine, DMT) to chemically analyze them. Results are received in a nuanced and non-judgmental way in order to increase the service user's knowledge and understanding of the substances they are considering taking. This poster provides a reference on what services should be implemented in a drug checking setting.
Binary, Qualitative, Semi-Quantitative and Quantitative Results.
This easy to follow graphic demonstrates what information can be provided depending on what tier of technology is used.
Steps of Testing Flow.
Testing flow can be organized into three steps, download this graphic to further understand the DC process: intake, testing, and results.
Sample Disposal.
It is important to have the appropriate protocols and supplies in place when disposing of samples.
stickers
Each chapter contains fun graphics and we have turned those graphics into for stickers! Please download, print and distribute!
ALL OPPRESSION IS CONNECTED.
Intersectionality states that there are multiple forms of oppression within our social structure and each of these forms intersects and supports each other. Here is a little graphic to depict that!
CONSENT IS MANDATORY.
Consent is the expression of mutual sexual desire between two or more people. Consent must be mutual. Consent is given through a clearly communicated agreement. Consent is not only sexy, it is mandatory! Share the message.
Safe supply.
The current drug supply is toxic, leading to unintentional adverse effects and drug poisoning deaths. Safe supply means access to substances of known composition and concentration that are publicly accessible to those in need of them. It empowers people who use drugs with the knowledge of what they are consuming, just like cannabis, tobacco, alcohol users.
info docs
Some chapters contain supplementary materials as appendices. You can find forms, disclaimers and other useful documents below. Please download, print and use as needed.
Drug Checking disclaimer.
Drug checking can help reduce this risk by providing information about what substance/substances your sample may contain, allowing you to make better-informed decisions. This disclaimer lets service users know the limitations of both the service and technology.
Data collection sheets: Substance Testing Survey and google sheet.
Data collection is an essential part of drug checking. Collecting results from multiple sites helps relay results and trends to the greater community. Download the sample data collection sheet below or access a Data Collection Google Sheet here.
Drug checking job descriptions.
Download this detailed list of the many roles that can make up a Drug Checking team.
Fentanyl Test Strip Procedure.
Download this step by step guide for using fentanyl test strips.
Benzodiazepine Test Strip Procedure.
Download this step by step guide for using benzo test strips.
Work Station Set Up
This document will give an example of what supplies are needed to set up a workstation for drug checking.