Drugs and alcohol

In Unit 2 - Hunting laws in NSW, we discussed firearms laws. Remember, it is illegal to handle firearms if you have any alcohol or drugs in your system. This is also a good practice for bowhunters when handling sharp broadheads and pig dog hunters when handling knives. Even after one drink, a hunter’s ability will become impaired, making it extremely dangerous to handle a firearm, bow or knife. This can be the same with some prescription medications, which will generally be identified with a warning label.

A person may not feel intoxicated, but the alcohol from just one drink is enough to cloud simple motor skills, such as obtaining a clear sight picture and identifying your target beyond all doubt.