Alcohol affects individuals differently. Your blood alcohol level
may be affected by your age, gender, physical condition, amount of food consumed and any
drugs or medication. In addition, different drinks may contain different amounts of
alcohol, so it's important to know how much and the concentration of alcohol you consume.
For purposes of this guide, "one drink" is equal to
1.25 oz. of 80 proof liquor, 12 oz. of regular beer, or 5 oz. of table wine.
A woman drinking an equal amount of alcohol in the same period of
time as a man of an equivalent weight may have a higher blood alcohol level than that man.
Therefore, women should refer to the female "Know Your Limits" chart.
Some stats have set .08% Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) as the
legal limit for Driving Under the Influence. For commercial drivers, a BAC of .04% can
result in a DUI conviction nationwide.
