Cheers to Safety This New Year!
New Years Eve is a great way to celebrate the year gone by and the coming of a new one. However, these celebrations also come with great dangers and responsibilities. Follow these safety tips to keep you safe for the new year.
Stick TogetherArrive and leave with a group.
Share your plans with family and friends beforehand.
Check in with your group regularly, especially if plans change.
Be PreparedBring a phone charger.
Stay aware of your surroundings in case you get separated.
Never go anywhere with strangers.
Leave valuables at home, and keep essentials like your phone and wallet in a front pocket.
Plan a Sober RideIf drinking, arrange a ride with a sober friend, use a rideshare app, taxi, or public transit.
Ensure your friends have a safe ride—take their keys or offer them a place to stay if needed.
Drink ResponsiblyEat a protein-rich meal to slow alcohol absorption.
Pace yourself: Your body metabolizes about one standard drink per hour:
12 oz. of beer 4-5 oz. of wine 1.5 oz. of liquorSip, don’t chug, to allow your body time to process alcohol.
Never leave your drink unattended to avoid tampering risks.
Celebrate responsibly and make it a night to remember for all the right reasons!
For more information on celebrating New Years Eve safely, visit:
www.safety.af.mil/Divisions/Occupational-Safety-Division/Winter-Safety/New-Years-Eve-Safety/