t1 - road safety and drug use Flashcards
blood alcohol concentration?
a measure of how much alcohol is in the blood in your body. it is measured in grams per 100ml of blood
how much alcohol can a learner or provisional licence holder have in their system while driving?
zero grams
how much is the legal limit for drivers when it comes to consuming alcohol?
under 0.05 grams
effects of alcohol on drivers?
reduced ability to judge speed and distance
false sense of confidence and increased risk taking behaviours
reduced coordination and concentration
slower reaction times
impaired vision
is it possible to sober up?
no
there is no way to speed up the rate that your body gets rid of alcohol
fatigue?
feeling tired or exhausted while driving
it is extremely dangerous as it affects judgement and ability to respond appropriately in dangerous situations
3 main factors that contribute to fatigue?
lack of sleep
time of day
time spent performing a task
fatigue related crashes?
fatigue impacts 20% of crashes
most occur during normal sleeping hours (night)
is it legal to use a mobile phone while driving?
no
australia wide, it is illegal to use a hand held mobile phone when driving and when your vehicle is stationary but not parked
why are phones a problem while driving?
affects judgement and concentration
slows reaction times
you are not alert to your surroundings
why can passengers be a distraction while driving?
noise and behaviour
may encourage driver to take risks (speeding)
young drivers have a higher risk of crashing when driving with passengers of a similar age
assertive?
being able to stand up for both the rights of yourself and others in a calm and positive way, without upsetting others or getting upset yourself
what makes speeding dangerous?
less control
less reaction time
harder to see
longer to slow down
more serious injury potential
binge drinking?
action of consuming an excessive amount of alcohol in a short period of time
