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Virginia law requires all front seat occupants of motor vehicles be restrained, and any passenger from birth to 18 years old be properly restrained in an appropriate_______ or _______, no matter their seating position.
child safety seat or seat belt
True or False
Unit commanders do not have the authority to randomly test their formations for drugs and alcohol?
False
Minimum age for purchasing, drinking or possessing alcoholic beverages in Virginia is _________.
21 or older
_______is the third leading cause of accidental death in the United States and the second leading cause of accidental death for persons aged 5 to 44.
Drowning
Mental health issues do not discriminate; they can occur in anyone’s life. Whether you are active duty, family member or other beneficiary, _________care at McDonald Army Health Center is delivered in a compassionate manner designed to aid in recovery. Individual or group counseling is designed to help patients get through life’s challenges.
behavioral health
Phone number: 757-314-7558
How can speeding be dangerous? So many other drivers do it.
Speeding reduces a driver’s ability to control the vehicle during a crash, and reduces the ability to steer safely around turns, curves or objects in the road.
Cocaine
What army regulation covers alcohol and drugs?
AR 600-85
What are swimming advisories?
Swimming advisories are a method of public notification issued by VDH to advise recreational water users of health risks that may be present in natural bodies of water.
Publishing swimming advisories at coastal public beaches on the VDH website: (http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/environmental-epidemiology/beach-monitoring/);
_________ is a free service provided by the Department of Defense to service members and their families. Services are designed to provide service help with short-term issues such as adjustments to situational stressors, stress management, decision making, communication, grief, blended family issues and parenting skills issues. Counseling sessions can be arranged face-to-face, telephone consultation or online consultation.
Military OneSource (Call and talk anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,
1-800-342-9647
Impairment is a diminished ability to drive, which can be caused by: what are the 4Ds?
The four “Ds” can be deadly, with statistics showing a third of deaths being attributable to alcohol, and distracted driving fatalities increasing annually. While researchers are studying the best ways to get identifiable and conclusive data on drugged and drowsy driving, both are responsible for thousands of lives lost each year on our nation’s roads.
Self referral(voluntary)
Command referralBiochemical ID(urinalysis)
Medical ID(healthcare professional)
Investigative/ apprehension
What provides support services to Alcoholics in the Hampton Roads area. Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism?
Tidewater Intergroup Council of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
4968 Euclid Road, Suite F, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (757-490-3980, 24 Hours)
http://www.tidewaterintergroup.org/
Newport News and Hampton: 757-595-1212
The only requirement for membership is the desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees associated with AA membership. Their primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
it’s illegal to operate any boat, personal watercraft, or ride skis water skis, sailboard, or similar devices while ___________.
intoxicated.
The intoxication can be from alcohol and/or drugs.
what provide short-term, non-medical counseling for stress, loss, relationships, deployment, more. Private, flexible appointments are available?
Military Family Life Consultant (MFLC)
757-755-5512; 757-755-5509
Don’t police officers wait until drivers are going at least 10 miles over the speed limit before stopping them for speeding?
No. There is no so-called “buffer zone” in Virginia when it comes to speeding violations. Since speed-related crashes cause many deaths and serious injuries in Virginia, law enforcement officers strive to save lives by enforcing speed laws.
0.05%
Can passengers drink alcohol in a car in Virginia?
Yes, Virginia’s open container law applies to the driver of the vehicle and not the passengers. Under Virginia Code § 18.2-323.1, it is illegal to consume alcohol while driving a motor vehicle. There is a rebuttable presumption that the driver was consuming alcohol if there is an open container in his automobile. An open container is defined as one without the original factory seal.
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children under the age of four, and most childhood drownings occur in residential pools. What are some tips for all parents and pool owners:
• Teach children to swim at an early age.
• NEVER leave a child unsupervised in or near any body of water, even for a second.
• Never leave toys, wagons, or tricycles around the pool.
• Attend a course in CPR and learn what to do in case of an emergency.
• Have a phone available whenever participating in any type of water activity
_______operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline providing free, confidential advice 24/7.
What Army Support Activity provides comprehensive prevention, training and victim assistance for active duty and family members over the age of eighteen (18)?
RAINN 1-800-656-HOPE
Sexual Assault/Prevention Response (SHARP) 757-268-8967 (24 Hours)
Avoid being an aggressive driver. While your life may be in the fast lane, always plan ahead when driving and allow yourself extra time for unexpected delays. what are some example to avoid being an aggressive driver?
Multiple answers:
By the Fort Eustis club
Behind the residential area
By the Grenade range
Army Substance Abuse Program (Clinical Program) 757-878-1674
It’s a violation of Virginia alcohol laws to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of __________. For those under age 21, it’s illegal to drive with a BAC of ___________.
0.08% or higher and BAC of 0.02% or higher.
So setting the level at 0.02% reduces the chances of unfairly convicting innocent drivers.
In order to enjoy the ocean environment and a safe visit to the beach, What are some Tips for Ocean Swimming?
• Learn how to swim & know basic water safety.
• Ask lifeguard about water conditions.
• Swim in an area monitored by lifeguards and obey all signal flags. Red Flags = WATER IS DANGEROUS
• Never swim alone. Always swim in groups and avoid secluded beaches.
• Be aware of the tidal cycles and marine life in the area in which you are swimming.
• Know your swimming ability and stay close to shore.
• Swim with care near sandbars or steep drop-offs.
• Swim sober.
• Avoid the water at night, dawn or dusk.
• Avoid wearing shiny jewelry in the water.
• Don’t float where you can’t swim.
• Don’t fight the current.
• Don't swim in waters being fished or around fishing piers.
• Don't dive. Protect your neck. Go feet first.
• Only use a surfboard or bodyboard with a leash.
• Never leave children unattended.
___________is a free, on-line educational and life coaching program that teaches problem-solving skills to help you to better handle life's challenges. It is designed to be especially helpful for veterans, service members and their families.
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