Do psychoactive substances affect the ability to safely drive a tram, even by an experienced tram driver?
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Correct answer
YES
Explanation
In the photo we see small bags with tablets and capsules - a symbol of psychoactive substances. Such substances affect the ability to drive a tram safely, even for an experienced tram driver - the answer is YES.
Psychoactive substances change the way the brain works: they disturb perception, judgement of the situation, concentration and reaction time. Experience does not protect you from these effects, because they concern the basic functions of the body, not skills. An experienced driver may even overestimate their abilities. Driving after using a substance that acts similarly to alcohol is prohibited. After taking such substances, their effect may last a long time, even when the driver already feels fine.
Legal basis: Art. 45 para. 1 point 1 of the Road Traffic Act (Prawo o ruchu drogowym)