Responsible Serving of Alcohol
ABC - ANS-The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is the government agency in
California that approves, denies, revokes, or suspends alcoholic beverage licenses and
regulates the manufacture, import, and sale of alcoholic beverages. As an autonomous
component of the executive branch of the State government, the department was established in
1955 through a constitutional amendment. The ABC also oversees Responsible Beverage
Service (RBS) training providers and content.
Alcohol is what type of drug? - ANS-Depressant
Alcoholic Beverages - ANS-A term which includes beer, wine, and liquor.
An intoxicated person who begins to vomit should be _____ to ensure he or she does not
choke on or swallow it. - ANS-monitored
As a server, you might have to deal with rude or aggressive behavior from your customers. At
what BAC level does a definite impairment of balance and movement typically occur? -
ANS-0.15 percent BAC
What is the typical BAC level at which a person loses consciousness? ANS-0.30-0.40 percent
BAC BAC - ANS-Abbreviation for blood alcohol content, which is a measurement of the
concentration of alcohol in the blood.
BAC expressed as a percentage: ANS-A widely accepted estimate of BAC is that two standard
drinks consumed within an hour result in a BAC of about 0.04%. Further consumption of one
drink per hour will sustain that level.
Beer is an ANS-A fermented malt beverage with a volume of at least.5% alcohol. You should
provide _____ with free non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, depending on the policy of the
establishment. - ANS-designated drivers Disciplinary Procedures - ANS-Administrative: When
the ABC has reasonable cause to believe a violation has occurred, an administrative complaint
or "accusation" is filed. If the accusation is proven, the liquor license will be suspended or
revoked.
Criminal: Offenses such as selling to or serving a person under 21 or someone who is
obviously intoxicated can result in arrest, conviction, fines, community service, or imprisonment.
These penalties may apply to both a business and an individual, including the seller/server.
Civil: Events that result in a lawsuit or occurrences leading to an injunction by the ABC often
lead to monetary judgments by the court.
DMV - ANS-Department of Motor Vehicles which, in most states, issues both driver's licenses
and state ID cards.
ANS-Offense, License Suspension, Fine, Jail Time, and Treatment for DUI 1st: 4 months, $390
- $1,000, 96 hours to 6 months
2nd: 18 months , $390 - $1,000, 10 days to 1 year, 18 months
Permit for Work Restricted, $390 - $1,000, for 48 hours - one year, 30 months Third: three
years, $390 to $1,000, 120 days to one year, 18 months (if no prior experience is required).
Federal Selective Service registration certificates and birth certificates are acceptable forms of
identification to verify the age of a person requesting to purchase alcohol. False or True?
, ANS-False. Acceptable is a valid driver's license. Because women typically have more fat and
less _____ than men, females may achieve higher BACs. - ANS-body water Good Faith Effort -
ANS-In California, those who cannot care for themselves may be arrested and charged with
disorderly conduct, so a responsible server should take steps to remove such a customer from
the establishment and promote safe transportation if possible.
It is against the law to allow customers or employees to consume, purchase, or sell alcohol
between the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am, according to the ANS. If a customer has a high
tolerance, what clues of intoxication should you look for? - ANS-Ordering doubles, gulping
drinks, and wanting more and more alcohol.
If you are unsure if the card holder's ID is valid, ask for _____. - ANS-a second form of ID
You will be subject to both fines and time in jail if you sell alcoholic beverages to one or more of
the following: ANS-intoxicated In the _____ stage of aggression, the individual may challenge or
intimidate employees or other guests. - ANS-defensive reactions
In the defensive reaction level of aggression it may be necessary to _____ a patron that is
displaying verbal aggression. - ANS-walk away from
Intoxicating agent - ANS-More technical term for drug
Intoxicating Liquor (or Liquor) - ANS-All alcoholic beverages (other than beer) containing .5% or
more alcohol by volume, and all wines.
It can be dangerous to ____ alcohol with drugs. - ANS-mix
It is generally recommended that you do not accept the following forms of identification: -
ANS-College ID - quite common, but rarely include date of birth or physical description.
Federal Selective Service Act registration certificate - no photo or physical description.
Mail-order ID - not state issued, often characterized by photographs of poor quality and
undocumented facts.
Birth certificates are easy to fake because they lack a physical description, photo, or signature.
any identification that appears to have been altered. It is your responsibility to call a taxi, family
member, or friend to pick up someone that is too intoxicated to drive. True or False? -
ANS-True
Legal BAC limit to operate a motor vehicle: - ANS-An individual is considered to be driving
while intoxicated if the BAC meets or exceeds .08%.
Legal drinking age - ANS-21 years of age.
Legal restrictions - ANS-Legal Age to Consume . . . . . . . 21
Age Requirement to Sell: 18 or older, subject to restrictions* Legal Age to Serve . . . . . . . . . . 18
with restrictions**
*A person 18 or older may sell alcoholic beverages at an off-sale establishment (for
consumption off premises) unsupervised. Persons age 17 and imageyounger may sell alcohol if
under the continuous supervision of a person 21 or older.
**Any person between 18 and 21 is allowed to serve any alcoholic beverage in an area
primarily designed and used for the sale and service of food for consumption on the premises
(on-sale). Bartenders and cocktail waitresses must be 21.
The legal limit for driving under the influence is.......................... An arrest for DUI in California
may be made if BAC is .08% or more, or if a person is determined to be under the influence of
drugs and/or alcohol (and therefore may have a BAC under .08%).
ABC - ANS-The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is the government agency in
California that approves, denies, revokes, or suspends alcoholic beverage licenses and
regulates the manufacture, import, and sale of alcoholic beverages. As an autonomous
component of the executive branch of the State government, the department was established in
1955 through a constitutional amendment. The ABC also oversees Responsible Beverage
Service (RBS) training providers and content.
Alcohol is what type of drug? - ANS-Depressant
Alcoholic Beverages - ANS-A term which includes beer, wine, and liquor.
An intoxicated person who begins to vomit should be _____ to ensure he or she does not
choke on or swallow it. - ANS-monitored
As a server, you might have to deal with rude or aggressive behavior from your customers. At
what BAC level does a definite impairment of balance and movement typically occur? -
ANS-0.15 percent BAC
What is the typical BAC level at which a person loses consciousness? ANS-0.30-0.40 percent
BAC BAC - ANS-Abbreviation for blood alcohol content, which is a measurement of the
concentration of alcohol in the blood.
BAC expressed as a percentage: ANS-A widely accepted estimate of BAC is that two standard
drinks consumed within an hour result in a BAC of about 0.04%. Further consumption of one
drink per hour will sustain that level.
Beer is an ANS-A fermented malt beverage with a volume of at least.5% alcohol. You should
provide _____ with free non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, depending on the policy of the
establishment. - ANS-designated drivers Disciplinary Procedures - ANS-Administrative: When
the ABC has reasonable cause to believe a violation has occurred, an administrative complaint
or "accusation" is filed. If the accusation is proven, the liquor license will be suspended or
revoked.
Criminal: Offenses such as selling to or serving a person under 21 or someone who is
obviously intoxicated can result in arrest, conviction, fines, community service, or imprisonment.
These penalties may apply to both a business and an individual, including the seller/server.
Civil: Events that result in a lawsuit or occurrences leading to an injunction by the ABC often
lead to monetary judgments by the court.
DMV - ANS-Department of Motor Vehicles which, in most states, issues both driver's licenses
and state ID cards.
ANS-Offense, License Suspension, Fine, Jail Time, and Treatment for DUI 1st: 4 months, $390
- $1,000, 96 hours to 6 months
2nd: 18 months , $390 - $1,000, 10 days to 1 year, 18 months
Permit for Work Restricted, $390 - $1,000, for 48 hours - one year, 30 months Third: three
years, $390 to $1,000, 120 days to one year, 18 months (if no prior experience is required).
Federal Selective Service registration certificates and birth certificates are acceptable forms of
identification to verify the age of a person requesting to purchase alcohol. False or True?
, ANS-False. Acceptable is a valid driver's license. Because women typically have more fat and
less _____ than men, females may achieve higher BACs. - ANS-body water Good Faith Effort -
ANS-In California, those who cannot care for themselves may be arrested and charged with
disorderly conduct, so a responsible server should take steps to remove such a customer from
the establishment and promote safe transportation if possible.
It is against the law to allow customers or employees to consume, purchase, or sell alcohol
between the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am, according to the ANS. If a customer has a high
tolerance, what clues of intoxication should you look for? - ANS-Ordering doubles, gulping
drinks, and wanting more and more alcohol.
If you are unsure if the card holder's ID is valid, ask for _____. - ANS-a second form of ID
You will be subject to both fines and time in jail if you sell alcoholic beverages to one or more of
the following: ANS-intoxicated In the _____ stage of aggression, the individual may challenge or
intimidate employees or other guests. - ANS-defensive reactions
In the defensive reaction level of aggression it may be necessary to _____ a patron that is
displaying verbal aggression. - ANS-walk away from
Intoxicating agent - ANS-More technical term for drug
Intoxicating Liquor (or Liquor) - ANS-All alcoholic beverages (other than beer) containing .5% or
more alcohol by volume, and all wines.
It can be dangerous to ____ alcohol with drugs. - ANS-mix
It is generally recommended that you do not accept the following forms of identification: -
ANS-College ID - quite common, but rarely include date of birth or physical description.
Federal Selective Service Act registration certificate - no photo or physical description.
Mail-order ID - not state issued, often characterized by photographs of poor quality and
undocumented facts.
Birth certificates are easy to fake because they lack a physical description, photo, or signature.
any identification that appears to have been altered. It is your responsibility to call a taxi, family
member, or friend to pick up someone that is too intoxicated to drive. True or False? -
ANS-True
Legal BAC limit to operate a motor vehicle: - ANS-An individual is considered to be driving
while intoxicated if the BAC meets or exceeds .08%.
Legal drinking age - ANS-21 years of age.
Legal restrictions - ANS-Legal Age to Consume . . . . . . . 21
Age Requirement to Sell: 18 or older, subject to restrictions* Legal Age to Serve . . . . . . . . . . 18
with restrictions**
*A person 18 or older may sell alcoholic beverages at an off-sale establishment (for
consumption off premises) unsupervised. Persons age 17 and imageyounger may sell alcohol if
under the continuous supervision of a person 21 or older.
**Any person between 18 and 21 is allowed to serve any alcoholic beverage in an area
primarily designed and used for the sale and service of food for consumption on the premises
(on-sale). Bartenders and cocktail waitresses must be 21.
The legal limit for driving under the influence is.......................... An arrest for DUI in California
may be made if BAC is .08% or more, or if a person is determined to be under the influence of
drugs and/or alcohol (and therefore may have a BAC under .08%).
