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20 R O A d S A f E t y It is an offence to refuse, or fail to comply with, a direction of a police officer in relation to an alcotest or breath analysis or a request for a drug screening test, oral fluid analysis or blood test. Drugs and Driving Drug driving is one of a number of contributors to road deaths in South Australia. On average 24% of drivers or riders killed on South Australian roads test positive to THC (the active component in cannabis – also known as marijuana, dope, hash), Methylamphetamine (also known as speed, ice or crystal meth), MDMA (also known as ecstasy), or a combination of these. Many drivers remain unaware of the effects that these types of drugs can have on their driving ability – including impaired coordination, muscle weakness, impaired reaction time, poor vision, an inability to judge distance and speed and distortions of time, place and space. They can also increase a person’s confidence so they are more likely to take dangerous risks while driving, placing themselves, the safety of their passengers and other road users at even greater risk. The Driver’s Handbook Laboratory testing, driving simulators and on-road testing have shown that these drugs can impair performance on driving-related tasks and have the potential to increase the risk of road crashes. South Australia Police conduct random roadside saliva tests to detect the presence of THC, Methylamphetamine or MDMA. Unlike drink driving, where a prescribed concentration of alcohol must be present for an offence to have been committed, the presence of any amount of the drugs tested is an offence. Don’t mix driving with alcohol or drugs (including medicines). To avoid the risks, plan ahead: • designate a non-drinking driver, if you are with others • catch a taxi home • use public transport • stay the night • arrange for someone to pick you up – only accept a lift if you are certain the driver has not been drinking or using other drugs.
What is saliva testing? This is a non-invasive method for detecting the presence of THC (cannabis), Methylamphetamine (speed) and MDMA (ecstasy). Drivers are required to provide a saliva sample by placing a saliva test strip on their tongue. Drivers who test positive are required to provide a saliva sample for analysis in the drug bus or at a police station. A positive result to the second saliva sample will lead to further analysis in a laboratory. Medicines Many prescription and some over-the-counter medicines can impair your driving ability and increase crash risk by affecting your concentration, mood, coordination and reaction time as a driver. Some medicines that may affect driving include: sleeping tablets, muscle relaxants, sedatives, antihistamines (such as hay fever or cold and flu medicines) and some strong painkillers. Not everyone will experience the effects of a drug in the same way. When you start using a new medicine that may affect your driving, it is best not to drive until you understand and have experienced what effect it actually has on you. Always check the listed side-effects and follow instructions regarding use. Never take someone else’s prescription medication. If you are unsure about the side effects of your medication or any impact it may have on your driving ability, please consult your doctor or pharmacist. Stop driving and contact your doctor or pharmacist if your medicine affects your reflexes, affects your ability to concentrate, makes you sleepy or drowsy, or gives you blurred or double vision. For further information and/or assistance related to alcohol and other drugs, contact the Alcohol and Drug Information Service on 1300 13 1340 or visit www.dassa.sa.gov.au for more information. The Driver’s Handbook 21
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Page 7 and 8: Your Road Safety Responsibilities Y
Page 9 and 10: Certain behaviours are major contri
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Page 19 and 20: Low Alcohol Beer 425ml (pint) = = =
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Page 45 and 46: Drivers must also ensure that Passe
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Example 24 Driver B is turning righ
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Example 33 Driver B is going straig
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A roundabout is an intersection wit
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Freeways and Expressways There are
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If no towing capacity is specified
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Parking at night or in poor visibil
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Compulsory equipment Recommended eq
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Share the road Scan the road for cy
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Some trucks need extra space at cor
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Parking Parking is when you stop an
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No Parking You must not park your v
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Causing an obstruction or danger It
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Miscellaneous Rules Keeping within
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Obeying directions You must obey di
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P L Drivers and Licensing This sect
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Unlicensed driving It is unlawful t
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Practical Driving Test (VORT) - wit
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Obtaining your learner’s permit -
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Obtaining a P1 Provisional Licence
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The Hazard Perception Test To progr
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Driver Intervention Program In addi
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Self-assessment Answer each of the
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Research shows that wearing a seatb
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Vehicles and Registration This sect
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Third Party (Property) Insurance Th
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What to do When Buying a Car Before
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