Smart Choices

Choices to think about:

• Always carry personal identification. It is important to have this information with you at all times, so that it is available in case of an emergency.
  
  
• Always ensure that you have a plan organized to ensure you arrive home safely every time you go out.  Do you have a Plan "B" in case your original plan does not work out?
  
  
• Understand that being the designated driver comes with responsibilities.  It is important to make sure all of your passengers get home safely. Do not drop them off and drive away. Ensure that they have entered their home, and are able to take care of themselves, or are in the care of an individual who is able to care for them responsibly.
  
  
• Not wearing a seatbelt is against the law, and for good reason. Should the car you are in become involved in a crash, anyone not wearing seatbelts will become projectiles within the car, causing injury to themselves and others. The best defense is to make it your standard rule that all passengers must buckle up while in your vehicle. No exceptions.
  
  
• Wearing your seatbelt properly is extremely important:
  
  -   Never buckle two people into a seatbelt.  If your vehicle is involved in a crash, the force will cause both passengers to be thrown violently against each other.  Did you know that it is illegal to carry more passengers in your vehicle than there are seatbelts?
  
  -   Never flip the shoulder belt under your arm.  Doing this causes the entire seatbelt mechanism to no longer function correctly in the event that you are involved in a crash.  The lap belt will then be pressed into your abdomen and could cause serious internal injuries. 
  
  
• Always pour your own beverage and keep it within your sight at all times.
  
  
• Multitasking, regardless of what you are doing, results in one of the tasks not getting your full attention. This could result in errors being made, which could have lasting consequences.

It's tough out there.  You will have many new experiences and opportunities coming your way. 
You might have to make some difficult decisions and choices.  Remember.....

   Make choices you can live with !

"It will make me think a lot more about my actions and the choices I make.
It gives me a better understanding of how little decisions make a big impact." ... Student