Limit the health and safety risks of alcohol consumption

Limit the health and safety risks of alcohol consumption

Supervision of cannabis in Quebec

Since October 17, 2018, cannabis has been legal. To learn more about the measures of the law and the risks associated with the consumption of cannabis, visit framingcannabis.gouv.qc.ca This link will open in a new window.

Situations where you should avoid drinking alcohol

To reduce the risks to your health and safety, you should avoid consuming alcohol in the following situations:

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if you plan to use a vehicle, machine or tool;

if you take a drug or other substance that interacts with alcohol. For more details on this subject, consult the Alcohol and drugs page: mixtures to avoid;

if you do any dangerous activity, such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery;

if you live with physical or mental illness;

if you are addicted to alcohol;

if you have to make important decisions.

Precautions if you drink alcohol

If you plan to consume alcohol, here are some tips to reduce the risk:

Plan food to avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach.

Non-alcoholic drinks plan (soft drinks, fruit juices, water).

Space your consumption.

To get home after an evening, walk, take public transit or a taxi, or call a relative or friend.

Designate a person ("designated driver") who will not consume alcohol and give them the keys to your car.

Wait until your body has eliminated alcohol before driving