What is alcohol abuse?

Alcohol abuse can be referred to as the over indulgence or excessive usage and dependence on alcohol that acts on the central nervous system to alter brain functions. This typically results in temporary changes in perception, mood, consciousness and behaviour leading to effects that are harmful to a person’s physical or mental health or the welfare of others.

But if you wise up and make responsible decisions, you will arrive alive.

Effects of alcohol abuse on the body:

• Physical Effects – poor vision, poor co-ordination, poor reaction speed
• Mental Effects – poor concentration, lack of morale, low self-esteem

Effects of alcohol abuse on companies:

• Increased health and safety risks – more accidents occur
• Decreased productivity – staff are not as productive at work
• Increased absenteeism – staff often miss more days from work
• Increased health costs
• Labour turnover increases
• Increased legal liability
• Conflict in the workplace

Did you know?

A beverage containing 2 units of alcohol or more consumed within 20 to 30 minutes will place the average man on or over the legal limit for normal drivers within 1 hour. A beverage containing 1 unit of alcohol or more consumed within 20 to 30 minutes will place the average man on or over the legal limit for Professional Drivers within 1 hour.

Be smart and arrive alive!