Table 3.
Responses of drivers when asked about Alcohol and Marijuana use among commercial drivers
| Percentage of Responses | |
|---|---|
| Reasons for Marijuana use | |
| 1. To get peace and calm | 15.3% |
| 2. Drivers feel sleepy without it | 12.9% |
| 3. Addiction Dependence |
10.2% |
| 4. Relieves fatigue | 9.5% |
| 5. Like to smoke marijuana | 7.2% |
| 6. Difficult to drive on long routes without it Get pleasure while driving |
5.7% |
| 7. Irresponsible behavior | 5.3% |
| 8. Did not respond | 13.2% |
| 9. Do not know | 20.7% |
| Reasons for Alcohol use | |
| 1. Relieves fatigue | 17.8% |
| 2. Just like to drink it Habitual drinking |
17.0% |
| 3. Irresponsible behavior | 9.8% |
| 4. Drivers do not drink alcohol | 9.1% |
| 5. Mental peace and calm | 7.6% |
| 6. Feel relaxed and driving is easier | 6.5% |
| 7. To be able to drive the vehicle faster | 5.1% |
| 8. To stay awake while driving | 1.2% |
| 9. Do not know | 26.9% |