The Joana Plan, announced by the government in April 2025, marks a major turning point in the fight against drunk and drug-impaired driving. Designed as a response to a preventable tragedy, this plan targets both professionals and individuals. Here's a breakdown and concrete solutions.

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A response to an avoidable tragedy

On January 30, 2025, Joana, a 15-year-old high school student, lost her life on a school bus whose driver was under the influence of drugs. This tragic accident, which occurred in Châteaudun, sent shockwaves through the country.

Less than three months later, the government presented an ambitious action plan to strengthen school transport safety, dubbed Plan Joana . But its implications extend far beyond schools. It also applies to businesses, local authorities, transport operators, associations, and, more generally, all road users.

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What the Joana Plan contains

The Joana Plan is based on 5 structural pillars :

1. Prevention, awareness and enhanced screening

• At least one random screening test per year for each school transport driver.
• Inclusion of a module dedicated to narcotics in mandatory driver training.
• Active promotion of prevention in companies through internal plans and the involvement of local stakeholders.

2. Enhanced vehicle security

• Generalization, within 4 years, of on-board devices allowing the automatic detection of signs of consumption or reduced vigilance.
• Integration of "anti-start stun guns" in new school vehicles.

3. Reporting and user involvement

• Display of a reporting number on coaches to alert people to suspicious behavior.
• National campaign to remind people of the obligation to wear seat belts.

4. Tightened legal framework

• Creation of the offence of road homicide , punishable by up to 7 years' imprisonment and a fine of €100,000.
• Immediate administrative suspension of the license in the event of a positive drug test.

5. Development of control tools

• Work has started on a "stupometer" (electronic drug detection device, equivalent to a breathalyzer).
• Extension of the panel of substances detected by field saliva tests .

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Concrete solutions to meet these new obligations

At AMA Prévention , we support the stakeholders involved in this plan by providing them with reliable, professional and compliant solutions:

• Multi-drug saliva tests : results in 5 minutes, usable in the field, CE and ISO 13485 certified.
• Professional urine tests : detection of 6 to 13 drugs, differentiated thresholds, including new synthetic drugs.
• Single-use chemical breathalyzers : simple and compliant with French legislation.
• Electronic breathalyzers with interchangeable tips: reliable, fast, reusable.
• Electronic breathalyzer terminal : suitable for businesses and public places, designed for more than 10,000 checks , delivers a result in 5 seconds .

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Turnkey professional support

Screening is not limited to purchasing equipment. AMA Prevention offers a comprehensive service , designed for the specific needs of the field:

• Direct manufacturer sales , with discounts for volume purchases.
• Express delivery throughout France.
• After-sales service based in Strasbourg , responsive, available and competent.
• Professional training in the use of tests and the implementation of screening campaigns in companies.
• Drug and alcohol risk awareness kits for work or school.

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Safety and prevention: a collective duty

The Joana Plan recalls an obvious fact that has been neglected for too long: the safety of children, employees and citizens begins with an active and structured prevention policy .

As an employer, parent, transportation professional, or individual, you can take action. A well-timed test can prevent a tragedy. An awareness tool can raise awareness. A screening campaign can change a corporate culture.

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To go further

AMA Prevention works daily with institutions, businesses, and individuals. Because prevention is better than punishment, and because behind every test, there is a life protected.

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