In keeping with that goal, TSC has made a minor revision to the video presentation that is exhibited as part of its classroom-based TVS curriculum. The Dateline (Drunk) video (track 7 on your DVD disc) has been updated to remove an inaccurate reference regarding the statutory limit for alcohol intoxication. The video previously stated that the legal limit was "0.10 in most states." While you know that that limit has been revised down to 0.08% BAC for some time now, some jurisdictions have recently established an even lower number (0.05%). And previously you were instructed in your Lesson Plan to remind students that this information, as provided in the video, was dated and that the correct limit is 0.08%. With this minor edit, which removed approximately 29 seconds of running time from the affected video, you will no longer need to issue this disclaimer to students of your TVS classes.
(On a related side note, please understand that TSC has heard requests for a modernized selection of videos and is painfully aware of the age of the current collection; we have made attempts to update the materials. However, we are limited by the requirements imposed on running time, the fit of the content with our existing curriculum materials, and—most importantly—the overall availability of relevant materials and the licensing terms on offer that would allow us to share with our affiliated schools.)
You will soon receive in the mail from TSC's Affiliate Department an updated DVD video disc; and revised pages for your TVS classroom-based Lesson Plan will be issued shortly in conjunction with the annual legislative update materials.
As always, should you have any questions regarding this curriculum modification, please contact Chris at 800.487.1699 or Tara at 800.863.2590.
