New Years Eve is a great way to celebrate the year gone by and the coming of a new one. However, these celebrations also come with great dangers and responsibilities. Follow these safety tips to keep you safe for the new year.

• Stick Together

Arrive and leave with a group.

Share your plans with family and friends beforehand.

Check in with your group regularly, especially if plans change.

• Be Prepared

Bring a phone charger.

Stay aware of your surroundings in case you get separated.

Never go anywhere with strangers.

Leave valuables at home, and keep essentials like your phone and wallet in a front pocket.

• Plan a Sober Ride

If drinking, arrange a ride with a sober friend, use a rideshare app, taxi, or public transit.

Ensure your friends have a safe ride—take their keys or offer them a place to stay if needed.

• Drink Responsibly

Eat a protein-rich meal to slow alcohol absorption.

Pace yourself: Your body metabolizes about one standard drink per hour:

• 12 oz. of beer
• 4-5 oz. of wine
• 1.5 oz. of liquor

Sip, don’t chug, to allow your body time to process alcohol.

Never leave your drink unattended to avoid tampering risks.

Celebrate responsibly and make it a night to remember for all the right reasons!

For more information on celebrating New Years Eve safely, visit:

www.safety.af.mil/Divisions/Occupational-Safety-Division/Winter-Safety/New-Years-Eve-Safety/