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The 2015 Legislative Session created one-time funding for local DUI Task Forces. House Bill 132 transfers a portion of driver’s license reinstatement fees that have not been disbursed. The funds were distributed into communities to DUI Task Forces that have approved 2015-2016 work plans. Richland County DUI Task Force has been active in our community since 2005 and will receive a portion of these funds. The funds will be budgeted into education and awareness programs over the next couple of years. The task force will be working off of their 2...
April is ‘ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH’ and Richland County DUI Task Force and District II Alcohol and Drug Program work diligently throughout the year to bring education, awareness, prevention and treatment to the community, with focus on alcohol issues. Collection of data, awareness campaigns, trainings and policy development are all part of the effort to make Richland County a safe and healthy place to live. In 2014 there were 319 DUIs, which was an increase of 104 DUIs over 2013, with numbers steadily increasing over the last four years. Why...
During the Alcohol Awareness Month the DUI Task Force is challenging the community to raise their awareness regarding issues pertaining to alcohol. We are asking you to educate yourself and others on: Safe/Healthy Limits: Zero drinks for those under 21~ One standard sized drink per day for women ~ two standard sized drinks per day for men Size of a 'standard drink': 12 ounces of beer or wine cooler ~ 8/9 ounces of craft or micro-brews ~ 5 ounces of table wine • 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor K...
Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years ~ Family Gatherings, Celebrations & Parties the stress of the holidays is overwhelming. The Holiday season is also one of the most dangerous times of the year for alcohol related crashes. Due to increased festivities there is increased alcohol consumption. Many of those who drink during the holidays don’t drink often so they have a lower alcohol tolerance. They also tend to underestimate their level of impairment and may drive when they shouldn’t. Those who drink on a regular basis enjoy the holidays because...
Never use fireworks if you have been drinking, sit back and enjoy the show. Americans love to celebrate the Fourth of July with family, friends, food and fireworks, but all too often the festivities turn tragic. The fact is the 4th of July is also one of the deadliest holidays of the year due to drunk-driving crashes. Don’t let it happen in our community. Drink responsibly, know your limits and don’t drink and drive. Remember our community cares and the DUI Task Force along with the community wants to remind everyone to be RADD: If you see an...
The Richland County DUI Task Force would like to remind you April is Alcohol Awareness Month. During the month the task force is challenging the community to raise their awareness regarding issues pertaining to alcohol. Educate yourself on Safe/Healthy Limits -0- drinks for those under 21, pregnant or nursing, taking over the counter or prescription drugs, operating heavy equipment-vehicles,-boats, ATVs-motorcycles, those told by a physician to refrain from drinking, recovering alcoholics and those mandated by the court to refrain from drinking...
“I am only traveling a short distance, I use the back roads, I’ll be extra careful…it will be fine” Alcohol effects judgment…so your brain is not reliable…you can’t depend on it to make good decisions. Did you know your driving skills begin to deteriorate at a BAC of .05 and by the time you reach a BAC of .08 you perceive you are functioning better than you actually are? A DUI is not just a financial loss but loss of your freedom. Jail time and restricted driving is just the start. Scheduled court times, mandatory substance abuse classes & com...
“What’s the big deal..I’ve driven home lots of times drunk, nothing has ever happened.” Just because you’ve done it before doesn’t mean you will be able to do it safely again. Ask anyone who has been charged with a DUI, with a DUI crash involving damage, injuries, or deaths…or ask the families of loved ones who have been injured or lost due to a DUI crash. IT IS A BIG DEAL! Yes everyone in our community can do something about it…. Financially a DUI is costly…but do you really know how costly? • Fines: up to $5000 or more • Court costs/fees:...
Celebrate this Labor Day with safety in mind. As we enjoy the last weekend of the summer with friends and family and slip in one more get-a-way our law enforcement officers will take to the roads in an effort to keep us safe. Holidays like Labor Day are particularly dangerous with celebrations and increased traffic. Do your part in keeping yourself, your loved ones and our community safe…. Always wear your seat belt and request that your passengers wear theirs too. While driving park your cell phone. If you choose to drink please don’t get beh...
Through an ongoing effort to increase awareness on “responsible drinking”, the Richland County DUI Task Force has been promoting The Domino Strategy. Reasonable drinking guidelines look at the safe & healthy number of drinks for men & women, the standard serving size and alcohol content to support “responsible drinking”. The Domino Strategy encourages people to pay attention to the number, size, and content of alcohol they consume. No alcohol for people who are: Under 21, operating any type of vehicle or machinery, pregnant, trying to become...
We can drink responsibly and still have a lot of fun. The Domino Strategy is a simple way to remember the guidelines. There are 3 levels that take the guesswork out of alcohol consumption. Zero – No drinks for people who are under 21, operating machinery, pregnant, recovering alcoholics or taking certain medicines. No more than one drink per day for women. No more than two drinks per day for men. However, like everything else in the consumption world, alcoholic drinks have been super-sized. Knowing the appropriate size for your personal a...
You count your calories and your reps why not count your drinks? There’s something you need to know about counting your drinks to help you continue your efforts on staying healthy and safe: Not all drinks are created equal. The Domino Strategy takes the guesswork out of healthy, safe alcohol consumption, and has recommendations for responsible drinking. Drinking alcohol affects your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Knowing the number of drinks, size of drinks and what’s in your drinks will help keep you healthy and safe. The USDA enc...
Richland County’s DUI Task Force is kicking of a marketing campaign to encourage the public to pay attention to the size, content and amount of alcohol they consume each time they drink. The Domino Strategy on “How to Drink Responsibly” will be shared with the public at this year’s Health Fair. The Domino Strategy recommends that individuals follow responsible drinking guidelines defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service. When responsible drinking guidelines are not followe...
