Fatal Vision

The “Fatal Vision” skit was designed by the Hall County Sheriff’s Office to address the need for an alcohol-related accident prevention program for Hall County School students. Similar programs have been effectively implemented across the nation with great success. Learning Objectives: To present the “real-life” traffic accident without the risk of injury.

Facts on Teenage Driving: (Source: National Center for Disease Control)
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens, accounting for more than one in three deaths in this age group. In 2008, nine teens ages 16 to 19 died every day from motor vehicle injuries. Per mile driven, teen drivers ages 16 to 19 are four times more likely than older drivers to crash. Fortunately, teen motor vehicle crashes are preventable, and proven strategies can improve the safety of young drivers on the road.

How big is the Problem? (Source: National Center for Disease Control)
In 2008, about 3,500 teens in the United States aged 15–19 were killed and more than 350,000 were treated in emergency departments for injuries suffered in motor-vehicle crashes. Young people ages 15-24 represent only 14% of the U.S. population. However, they account for 30% ($19 billion) of the total costs of motor vehicle injuries among males and 28% ($7 billion) of the total costs of motor vehicle injuries among females.

What is the “Fatal Vision Crash Simulation?”
The F.V.C.S. is a “live” skit designed to caution high school juniors and seniors against the dangers of drinking and driving. Our students witness the tragic aftermath of a drunk driving crash. They realize that the injuries and fatalities that result from drinking and driving are entirely preventable.

What is the primary focus of the event?
The focus will be to guide the students through the devastating effects of losing a friend or loved one. This program will open student’s minds to think about drinking and their personal safety, as well as the adult responsibility to make mature decisions where human life is at stake.