Traffic Safety and Trends Zero Fatalities Living Textbook Video 2

alcohol rated crashes are 10.5 times more likely to be fatal than other crashes and Drug rated crashes are 33 times more likely to be fatal than other crashes if you're taking prescription or over-the-counter medications read the warning labels if the label says may cause drowsiness or other cautionary messages do not drive these these medications May impair your ability to drive safely and you can be arrested for driving Under the Influence when taking over the counter or prescribed medication the driver LIC division May suspend your driving privilege if you've been arrested for a DUI or found guilty of any driving related drug offense when you drive a vehicle in the state of Utah it is implied that you'll submit to a chemical test of your breath blood urine or oral fluids to determine the alcohol or drug content if asked to do so by a law enforcement officer this is called the implied consent law the legal blood alcohol content or BAC level is 0.05 for drivers under the age of 21 it's illegal to drive with any detectable amount of alcohol in the body that's also known as the not a drop law if you're convicted you'll be alcohol restricted and required to have an ignition interlock device installed on your vehicle the conviction will be on your driving record for 10 years if you've been arrested or found guilty of driving Under the Influence your license may be suspended or revoked for up to 2 years or more depending on your age if you refuse to submit to a chemical test selected by the officer your license will be revoked for 18 months months for a first offense and 36 months for second or subsequent offenses choose to drive sober by planning ahead don't drink and drive or get into a vehicle with a driver who has been drinking if you are with someone who is impaired arrange for other Transportation you may not get another chance to arrive home safely one of the most dangerous things about alcohol is that your judgment and ability to drive safely is the first thing to be impaired signs of impaired driving include weaving swerving drifting from Lane driving with headlights off at night or driving in the wrong lane or wrong direction the typical DUI costs an average of $10,000 when including legal fees fines and higher insurance rates whenever you drive impaired you not only endanger your life you put other motorists and passengers at risk impaired drivers can't accurately assess their own impairment which is why no one should drive after using any impairing substances remember if you feel different you drive different plan your safe ride home before you start the party or choose a non-drinking friend as a designated driver if someone you know has been drinking do not let that person get behind the wheel take their keys and help them arrange a sober ride home if you drink do not drive for any reason call a taxi a ride share service or a sober friend alcohol marijuana and Other Drugs can impair the ability to drive because they slow coordination judgment and reaction times using alcohol and drugs or multiple drugs at the same time can amplify the impairing effects of all substances some prescription and over-the-counter medicines can cause extreme drowsiness dizziness and other side effects read and follow all warning labels before driving and note that warnings against operating heavy machinery include driving a vehicle drowsy driving is as dangerous as drunk driving because a drowsy driver's ability to drive safely is affected in much the same way as an impaired driver factors increasing the risk of falling asleep at the wheel include not getting enough sleep long drives without brakes rural or dark roads and driving during late night or midafternoon recognizing warning signs like difficulty focusing frequent yawning and drifting from the lane is crucial to avoid drowsy driving get enough sleep before driving take regular breaks avoid driving during sleep hours share driving responsibilities avoid drowsiness inducing medications and alcohol take power naps if needed and use caffeine in moderation for temporary alertness it's crucial to prioritize Road Safety by never driving impaired and avoiding drowsy driving by staying sober and well-rested we contribute to a safer driving environment let's make responsible choices behind the wheel for safer Journeys you finished section two the exam is next good luck