Police officers use some of the latest technology to detect alcohol levels in suspected drunken drivers and remove them from the streets. Many rely on handheld breathalysers to determine the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in drunken-driving suspects.

Is a person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) the only factor in determining whether or not that person is Driving Under the Influence?

This is a question on everybody’s mind and the answer is no, the %BAC is not the only factor considered. Many people do not realize they can be charged with driving under the influence (DUI) even if their %BAC is under the legal limit. A person can be charged if they are at or over the “legal limit,” regardless of the %BAC level.

I’ve just blown under the legal limit. It’s safe for me to drive home, right?

Absolutely not. There is no acceptable level of alcohol consumption that makes it safe to drive. Any alcohol that enters a person’s body can impair reflexes, motor skills and cognitive abilities. A breathalyzer is able to calculate this percentage using only a breath sample because of the precise relationship between alcohol in the blood and alcohol metabolized into the lungs from the bloodstream. As such, it is important to make sure the mouth is clear of contaminant (including alcohol) so that the breath sample contains pure lung air, or as close as possible.

How does a breathalyzer help the community?

It is important for public safety that licensed drivers should be able to determine whether they should drive or not. Whether they must drive from home, friends, a pub/restaurant/bar.

Where can I get my own personal breathalyzer?

Be Safe Solutions stocks a wide variety of breathalyzers for both, personal and commercial use. So give the gift that shows you care about the safety of your loved ones, whether it is a family member or a friend and whether they are social drinkers, students, young adults or retired. Our range of compact, stylish and portable alcohol breathalyzers is an accurate and affordable way to quantify personal alcohol intake.

You not only owe it to yourself, but to your family, children, friends and business associates to ensure you are not charged or worse. Visit our online store for more important information or to get your own personal breathalyzer or accessories today!