How to Make Low Risk Choices

The Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Program has adopted the 0-1-3 guideline for making low risk choices. If a person wants to reduce the risk of impairment, health and legal problems, they should follow this guideline.

Zero -- A person should not drink any alcohol, especially if he/she is sick, using medications or other drugs, pregnant, under 21, chemically dependent, or driving.

One -- A person should only have one average drink^* per hour because this is approximately the amount the body can metabolize per hour.

Three -- A person should not have more than three drinks on any given occasion and should not drink 3 or more drinks daily.

It is always okay not to drink. If you do choose to drink, make healthy choices and follow 0-1-3.

^* One Average Drink:

• 1oz 100 proof liquor
• 12oz beer
• 4-5oz glass of wine

Download a PDF version of the 0-1-3 guideline.