Random drug testing officially commenced in Queensland last week.

In the first night of operation 63 tests were performed and incredibly there were positive tests results resulting in 5 license suspensions.

The tests check for the four illegal drugs that are frequently identified in the bodies of drivers involved in fatal and serious vehicle crashes. The four are cannabis, speed, ice and ecstasy.

Penalties for drivers caught with drugs in their system at a random stop could be fined up to $1050 and lose their driver license or face up to 3 months jail.

During the same roadside operation 328 people were also tested for drink driving, with 10 people returning readings over the legal blood alcohol limit.

Now the festive season is in full swing, so is police overtime. Random testing is planned to be increased in the next few weeks.

Message remains, when partying, leave the car at home.