Instructions:

Record the BAC Test results, if administered. If results are pending, temporarily use code 6 and revise later.

Definition:

Indicates the presence of alcohol by test, type, and result.

Rationale:

Alcohol remains the most prevalent drug involved in motor vehicle crashes. Capturing alcohol concentration whenever a driver or non-motorist is tested will provide an accurate assessment of the role of alcohol involvement.

Code Attribute Definition
1 Test Not Given Indicates a BAC test was not administered.
2 0.00-0.01 Indicates the result of a BAC test.
3 0.02-0.03 Indicates the result of a BAC test.
4 0.04-0.07 Indicates the result of a BAC test.
5 0.08 or Greater Indicates the result of a BAC test.
6 BAC Test Performed, Results Unknown If this attribute is used, an explanation in the narrative is recommended.
7 Positive Reading with No actual Value Indicates a positive result without an actual numerical value from an administered BAC test. If this attribute is used, an explanation in the narrative is recommended.
8 Unknown, if Tested If this attribute is used, an explanation in the narrative is recommended.

Accuracy Checks

  • If BAC Test Result is recorded, then Test Status should be recorded as ‘test given’.