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According to the National Center for Statistics and Analysis, alcohol is a factor in a fairly large percentage of all fatal accidents in the United States. The simplest way to avoid a tragedy such as these is to choose a designated driver. To become a designated driver and encourage others to do the same, follow the simple steps below.
Let your friends know that you are not going to be drinking on your outing, and that you will drive everyone to and from the location of choice. That way, friends that are drinking won't have their own car there to tempt them to drive later in the night.
Refrain from drinking even a single alcoholic beverage. Many supposed designated drivers will have an alcoholic beverage or two and consider themselves okay to drive. While some may be, it depends on body size and make-up. In addition, varying factors affect how alcohol will affect the body at any given time.
Pack a few plastic bags in your car. You never know when someone is going to overdo it at the bar and toss their cookies in your back seat. You don't want to be cleaning up after them later.
Encourage your friends to drink in moderation. This might not always work but, if it does, they will Thank you the next day when they awaken sans hangover--or they will curse you when they don't.
Join or start a designated driver program in your area. This will help to spread awareness about the risks of driving while intoxicated, and will encourage others to act as designated drivers, as well.
