The driver
Alcohol
This chapter helps you understand the key principles of alcohol.
Key ideas
The book stresses that methods such as using a sauna cannot speed up the breakdown of alcohol; you have to wait.
The book says drink-driving legislation also applies within enclosed areas and on private property.
Applying what you learned
Alcohol impairs judgement, attention and reaction. Coffee, a shower or a sauna cannot make you fit to drive sooner; your body needs time. Decide who will drive before an event where alcohol may be served, and arrange another way home if you drink. A short trip or private land does not make impairment harmless.
Check your understanding
Can a sauna or coffee make your body break down alcohol faster?
Answer: No, in practice you have to give it time
The book stresses that methods such as using a sauna cannot speed up the breakdown of alcohol; you have to wait.
According to the book, can drink-driving rules also apply on private property?
Answer: Yes
The book says drink-driving legislation also applies within enclosed areas and on private property.