Organizing Corporate Events Safely with AMA Prevention
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As the year-end holidays approach, companies often organize festive events to strengthen team cohesion. However, alcohol consumption on these occasions can pose health and safety risks for employees, both at the workplace and on the road. It is therefore essential to implement effective prevention measures to ensure everyone's safety.
Risks Related to Alcohol Consumption in the Workplace
Alcohol can impair cognitive and motor skills, leading to decreased alertness, increased risk-taking, and slower reflexes. These effects raise the risk of workplace and road accidents. For example, driving under the influence of alcohol increases the risk of causing a fatal accident by 17.8 times.
Legal Framework and Employer Responsibilities
According to article R. 4228-20 of the Labor Code, only fermented beverages such as wine, beer, cider, and perry are allowed on the work premises. If alcohol consumption is likely to compromise workers' safety and health, the employer must take appropriate measures, which may include banning alcohol through internal regulations or a service note.
Recommended Prevention Measures
To limit risks during company events, it is advisable to:
- Raise employee awareness about the dangers of alcohol and associated risks.
- Serve only alcoholic beverages authorized by legislation.
- Limit the quantities of alcohol served, following health recommendations.
- Offer attractive non-alcoholic alternatives.
- Provide food to reduce alcohol absorption.
- Make breathalyzers available for anonymous self-testing.
- Arrange transportation solutions for people with a positive blood alcohol level.
Éthyloborne®: An Innovative Solution for Workplace Prevention
At AMA Prévention, we offer the Éthyloborne®, an electronic breathalyzer certified EN 16280, designed to provide quick and reliable results. Available for rent, the Éthyloborne® is ideal for company events, festivals, or any festive gathering. It features an adjustable tripod, a biodegradable straw dispenser, and a 12-inch LED screen displaying results and prevention messages instantly.
Additional Services for Optimal Prevention
To enhance safety at your events, AMA Prévention also offers the option to rent the Éthyloborne® with a dedicated facilitator. This facilitator will raise participants’ awareness of alcohol-related risks and assist them in using the device. Additionally, we provide a ride-home service for individuals whose blood alcohol level exceeds the legal limit, ensuring a safe return.
Commitment to Safety and Public Health
As a French company based in Strasbourg, AMA Prévention is committed to actively contributing to road safety and public health. Our screening and prevention solutions are designed to meet the needs of both individuals and professionals, ensuring successful and safe festive events.
Conclusion
Preventing excessive alcohol consumption during company events is essential to guarantee everyone’s safety and well-being. By integrating tools like the Éthyloborne® and implementing appropriate measures, it is possible to combine conviviality with responsibility. For more information about our prevention and screening solutions, feel free to visit our website or contact us directly.
B-SAFE Scientific Validation
The B-SAFE project, a drug detector pen for drinks, is validated and supported by Professor Jean-Claude Alvarez, toxicologist, professor of pharmacology-toxicology, and director of the toxicology laboratory at CHU Raymond-Poincaré/AP-HP in Garches.
A leading authority in toxicology, he is associated with reference studies conducted in France on psychoactive substances and chemical submission, within a national ecosystem also brought into public debate by voices such as Sandrine Josso and Caroline Darian.
This validation strengthens B-SAFE’s technological positioning and the accuracy of its detection for preventing drugs in drinks. Discover the B-SAFE product sheet.
