ABST Responsible Alcohol Service & Liability 2

Question 1

What is the best approach for cutting off an intoxicated patron?

Accepted Answer

Speak to the patron privately, be firm but empathetic, offer non-alcoholic alternatives, and arrange safe transportation

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Loudly announce to the bar that the patron is cut off

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Simply ignore the patron's orders without explanation

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Ask other patrons to keep the person from ordering

Question 2

What is 'social host liability' regarding alcohol service?

Accepted Answer

Legal responsibility of private individuals who provide alcohol at non-commercial events for injuries caused by intoxicated guests

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Liability for social media posts about drinking

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Insurance requirements for hosting events at bars

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Responsibility for cleaning up after a party

Question 3

Why should servers track the number of drinks a patron has consumed?

Accepted Answer

To monitor the patron's level of intoxication and make informed decisions about continued service

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To calculate the final bill accurately

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To earn a larger tip from the patron

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To report drink counts to management for inventory purposes

Question 4

What should a server do if a sober patron is ordering drinks for someone who appears intoxicated?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to serve the drinks because they are ultimately for an intoxicated person

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Serve the drinks since the ordering patron is sober

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Serve the drinks but make them non-alcoholic without telling anyone

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Ask the intoxicated person if they want the drinks

Question 5

What role does food play in responsible alcohol service?

Accepted Answer

Food slows alcohol absorption, reducing the rate of intoxication

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Food has no effect on alcohol absorption

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Food speeds up alcohol absorption

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Food only affects the taste of alcohol

Question 6

What is a liquor license and what happens if an establishment violates its terms?

Accepted Answer

A government permit to sell alcohol; violations can result in fines, suspension, or permanent revocation

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A voluntary certification with no legal consequences for violations

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A federal permit that cannot be revoked

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A license that applies only to bars, not restaurants