Washington Traffic Safety Commission releases new study
Submitted by Julee Christianson on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 14:03
When it comes to driving under the influence of both cannabis and alcohol, most Washingtonians do not believe it is safe and do not engage in this behavior. That’s according to a new study of Washington’s traffic safety culture, commissioned by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC). The study explores the values, beliefs and behaviors regarding driving under the influence of alcohol and cannabis (DUICA).
The study, conducted by the Center for Health and Safety Culture (CHSC) in the Western Transportation Institute of Montana State University, found that among adults in Washington:
- 81 percent are concerned about traffic safety
- 78 percent do not drive within two hours of consuming alcohol
- 85 percent do not drive within two hours of consuming cannabis
- 91 percent do not drive within two hours of consuming both
- 81 percent have a negative attitude about DUICA
- 83 percent believe it is unacceptable to drive within two hours of consuming alcohol and cannabis
- Most agree that impairment begins as soon as you start consuming alcohol or cannabis.
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