e-cigarette
What are e-cigarettes?
A battery-operated electronic device that creates a vaporised nicotine solution that is usually flavoured.
List at least 3 effects of consuming alcohol
- dizziness
- blurred vision
- impaired decision making abilities
- slowed down reactions
- increase in risky behaviour
- money loss
Is it legal to consume alcohol in a public space
No, it is illegal to consume alcohol in public places throughout Melbourne under the City of Melbourne’s activities local law 2009.
A venue must be licensed to sell alcohol
Why may someone participate in using e-cigarettes
peer-pressure
addiction
they may think that it is safer than smoking cigarettes
List at least 1 risk of consuming alcohol
- injury
- Car accidents if driving while consuming alcohol
- Loss of friendships/ relationships
List at least one of the offences that you can be charged with when consuming alcohol
- Drunk in a public place.
- Drunk and disorderly in a public place.
- Drunk and behaving in a riotous or disorderly manner.
List 2 consequences of e-cigarettes
- addiction
- respiratory issues
- permanent lung damage
- death (due to the damage caused by vaping)
- burns due to e-cigarette exploding/ overheating
What does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Content
Is it legal to sell non-nicotine electronic cigarettes
No, it is illegal to sell non-nicotine electronic cigarettes in Victoria.
It is illegal to sell e-cigarettes to all people under 18
What are 2 other names for e-cigarettes?
Vapes
juul
vape pens
e-hookahs
Explain one strategy to minimise the risk of consuming alcohol
there can be many explanations:
- drink with people you trust
- avoid driving or getting in cars with people that have been driving
- drink in safe environments (not remote areas)
List at least 2 ingredients used in e-cigarettes
formaldehyde
acetone
nicotine
polyester
heavy metals
anti-freeze
What organ breaks down alcohol
Liver