TAM card Exam Test Questions With Complete Solutions

TAM card Exam Test Questions With Complete Solutions Beverage alcohol - ANSWER regulated substance and society has placed significant responsibility on the server to dispense it properly Goals of TAM - ANSWER 1 - lay groundwork for attitude of professionalism and ethical conduct among service personnel who sell beverage alcohol 2 - demonstrate how to effectively identify and respond to false id and underage purchasing and possession 3 - demonstrate how to effectively identify and respond to intoxicated customers 4 - identify methods to maintain safety, control of establishment, positive image, and good customer relations while responding to beverage alcohol incidents 5 - promote clear understanding of federal, state and local laws relating to beverage alcohol sales How does one be a true professional? - ANSWER by placing interests of customer above all other interests What is the legal age to purchase beverage alcohol? - ANSWER 21 What is alcohol classified as? - ANSWER a depressant What is the first sign someone is intoxicated? - ANSWER What is the legal age to serve beverage alcohol in Nevada? - ANSWER 21 How can you sober up an intoxicated person? - ANSWER time is it possible to affect your heart rate if you drink a great deal of alcohol over a short period of time? - ANSWER Yes Is a student ID a valid form of identification for an alcoholic beverage purchase? - ANSWER no What are some signs that a person is trying to use a fake ID? - ANSWER - Have large wallet and say they don't have another form of ID - nervous - won't look you in the eye - overly confident and/or friendly Are licensees responsible for everything their employees do while working on their premises? - ANSWER yes Can alcohol cause a bad reaction when mixed with drugs? - ANSWER yes T or F: An average mixed drink contains nearly twice as much alcohol as a 12-ounce beer. - ANSWER False Purpose of TAM - ANSWER educate and train business owners and their employees to create safe and comfortable environments. By implements responsible hospitality practices, a business can reduce liability risks and enhance the potential for increased profitability offers a variety of problem solving techniques as they relate to the operation of businesses selling beverage alcohol for consumption on and off licensed premises to meet goals T or F: An employee of a licensed establishment may be subject to consequences for serving an intoxicated person. - ANSWER True T or F: Everyone eliminates alcohol from the body at about the same rate. - ANSWER True T or F: You can legally refuse to sell alcoholic beverages to a customer eve if they have valid id - ANSWER True What are some ways to stop people from becoming intoxicated when drinking beverage alcohol? - ANSWER - Slow down service - Encourage them to eat food - Suggest non-alcoholic alternatives T or F: Women tend to become intoxicated faster than men - ANSWER True T or F: A person's mood will affect how rapidly they become intoxicated from beverage alcohol - ANSWER True What are some good ways to avoid physical violence or customer disturbances in your establishment? - ANSWER - Don't offer specials that might encourage excessive alcohol consumption - pay attention to everything going on - don't serve customers to the point of intoxication - eavesdrop on conversations Verification of age is whose responsibility? - ANSWER The server/seller What do you see as the biggest concern facing sellers of beverage alcohol? - ANSWER - Sales to underage persons - Sales to intoxicated persons - Disturbances Are laws governing alcohol sales in restaurants the same as those for liquor stores? - ANSWER No Are the laws for distilled spirits the same as those for other alcohols such as wine or beer? - ANSWER No Which aspects of the alcohol industry are regulated by the federal government? - ANSWER aspects of interstate commerce involving the beverage alcohol industry Which aspects of the alcohol industry are regulated by state and local governments? - ANSWER laws pertaining to the sale, service and consumption of beverage alcohol many local communities have specific liquor licensing requirements that extend beyond those set in state laws DRAM Shop Liability - ANSWER legislation that requires servers to exercise a "duty of care" to not sell or serve beverage alcohol to underage and intoxicated persons. "Duty of care" coexists with the responsibility on the part of the patron not to drive while intoxicated or attempt to purchase or consume beverage alcohol when underage or intoxicated What is the difference between DRAM shot liability and general liability? - ANSWER DRAM provides a method of compensating third-party innocent victims and their families for accidents caused by intoxicated persons and minors who have consumed alcohol What are the responsibilities of sellers and servers? - ANSWER - use independent judgement to interpret and enforce the law (don't serve underage or intoxicated people) - modify behavior of patrons - help patrons make responsible decisions What amendment prohibited alcohol and what amendment repealed that? - ANSWER 18, 21 What is the TTS and what is its purpose? - ANSWER The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau is the federal agency primarily involved in the regulation of beverage alcohol and tobacco. Its involvement is generally limited to alcohol production and distribution and taxation of alcohol and tobacco. What is the legal blood alcohol level for driving an automobile? - ANSWER 0.08% How does the federal government mandate the legal blood alcohol level? - ANSWER by withholding highway funds from those states that refuse to comply (but all states currently comply) Do alcohol laws and regulations vary from state to state? - ANSWER Yes