Sound Judgment
Alcohol and Drug Consumption
Alcohol is related to 30% of all hospital
admissions due to ATV accidents in the
U.S. This isnít an issue of morality. Itís
extremely dangerous to drink alcoholic
beverages and ride . . . itís also very
foolish. When the alcohol starts kicking
in and youíre tearing along on your
ATV, those odds can catch up to you.
Be aware of prescription and over-the-
counter medications. Drowsiness and impaired judgment can be
caused by a wide variety of medications. The same is true of allergy,
cold, flu, and headache medications. Your physical size and weight
canít protect you . . . just one antihistamine tablet can affect your
judgment.
If your sense of adventure persuades you to do illegal drugs when
youíre riding your ATV, this is a reality check. Something to think
about - there can be legal consequences that will take away all that
freedom you love. Donít use alcohol or drugs before or during your
ATV ride.
Substances to avoid when
riding:
1. Alcohol
2. Over-the-counter or
prescription drugs
3. Illegal/mood altering
drugs
THE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL*
The Number of Drinks that Impair Mental and Physical Abilities
Mental processes such as restraint,
awareness, concentration, and judgment
affected; reaction time slowed; inability to
perform complicated tasks.
Depth perception, glare recovery, eye
movement, and focus affected;
decreased judgment and control.
Coordination deteriorates, loss of critical
judgment, and impaired memory and
comprehension.
*According to the ATV Safety Institute.
1-2 DRINKS
3-4 DRINKS
5+ DRINKS
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