Objective:
To know the effects of alcohol and drugs on the body and be aware of the on-the-job problems substance
abuse can cause.
Background:
Drugs and alcohol have many detrimental effects on the body, and increases the possibility of accidents
in the workplace.
Alcohol:
Alcohol, a drug, is a central nervous system depressant. With moderate drinking a person may experience:
dizziness
dulling of senses
impaired coordination
impaired reflexes
impaired memory
impaired judgement
When alcohol is consumed in larger quantities over a long period of time, death may occur due to
depression of the parts of the brain that control breathing and heart rate. Alcohol in large amounts,
or over a long period of time, may cause damage to the liver, heart and pancreas.
AGRICULTURAL SAFETY TOPICS
SUBSTANCE ABUSE & ACCIDENTS
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