Alcohol limit for learner drivers
Learner licence holders must not have any alcohol in their system while driving.
Alcohol limit for fully licensed drivers without special conditions
Fully licensed drivers must remain under 0.05 BAC/BrAC while driving.
Only way to reduce blood alcohol concentration
Only time allows the liver to eliminate alcohol from the bloodstream.
Alcohol limit for professional driving instructors
Instructors must have zero alcohol in their system while teaching learners.
Zero BAC condition after provisional licence period for drivers under 25
Drivers must maintain zero BAC for 12 months after provisional period or until they turn 25.
Combining alcohol with drugs
Mixing alcohol with any drug increases crash risk and impairs driving.
Driving under the influence of certain medications
Medicines can impair coordination, reaction time, and focus.
Drug testing after hospital admission due to crash
Hospitals may take blood samples to test for impairing substances.
Police authority to conduct breath test
Police can perform breath tests randomly or based on suspicion.
Refusal to provide breath or blood test to police
Refusing to comply may lead to DUI charges or penalties.
Alcohol limit for provisional drivers
Provisional drivers must not consume alcohol before driving.
Definition of a standard drink
Equal to the amount a healthy liver can break down in one hour.
Alcohol breakdown in the body
More than 90% of alcohol is processed by the liver.
Effect of alcohol on driving ability
Even small amounts of alcohol reduce awareness and decision-making.
Factors affecting BAC variation
BAC differs between individuals and situations.
Using breath mints or smoking to reduce BAC reading
These do not reduce the actual alcohol in the breath.
Alcohol effect on driving judgment
Alcohol lowers judgment while increasing risky behavior.
Meaning of 0.05 BAC
Indicates alcohol content in the bloodstream.
Driving after consuming drowsy cold or flu medication
Medicines with warning labels should not be taken before driving.
Alcohol limit for public passenger or heavy vehicle drivers
Bus, taxi, and heavy vehicle drivers must have zero alcohol in their system.
Driving after a heavy night of drinking.
BAC can remain above the legal limit for many hours; it can take more than 18 hours to return to zero.
Drinking alcohol while driving, even if under the limit.
Consuming alcohol while operating a vehicle is illegal, regardless of your BAC.
Refusing a random breath test (RBT).
You must comply with an RBT if asked; refusal is a serious offence.
Refusing a blood or urine test after a crash.
Refusing these tests can lead to serious legal consequences, including charges and licence disqualification.
Alcohol’s effect on judgment and reaction.
Even small amounts of alcohol affect decision-making, reaction time, and awareness on the road.
Driving under the influence of alcohol.
You must not drive if alcohol has affected your ability to operate a vehicle safely.
Driving after “one or two” drinks.
Even low alcohol levels reduce your driving ability and increase risk, especially if you underestimate your BAC.
Methods like coffee or a shower to reduce BAC.
Only time can reduce your BAC; no home remedy can speed up the process.
Best way to stay safe if you plan to drink.
Arrange alternate transport like a taxi, public transport, or a designated driver before you start drinking.
Driving while under the influence of meth or cocaine.
These drugs can lead to aggressive, reckless driving and poor decision-making.
Effect of cold or flu medicines on driving.
These medications may cause drowsiness or blurry vision, affecting safe driving.
Mixing alcohol and drugs before driving.
Combining substances can cause unpredictable effects on the brain and body, making crashes more likely.
Driving after taking cannabis.
Cannabis slows reaction time, affects distance judgment, and impairs decision-making on the road.