LCQ Age Verification and Proof of Age 2

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable form of identification for age verification at a New Zealand licensed premises?

Accepted Answer

A birth certificate

Answer

A birth certificate is not an approved form of ID for age verification under the Act because it does not contain a photograph to confirm the holder's identity.

Question 2

Under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012, what does 'secondary supply' to a young person mean?

Accepted Answer

Supplying alcohol to a young person in a private setting such as a home

Answer

Secondary supply refers to the supply of alcohol to young persons outside of licensed premises, such as in private homes — it is regulated separately from on-premises sales.

Question 3

Who is legally permitted to supply alcohol to a young person under the secondary supply provisions of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012?

Accepted Answer

A parent or guardian, or a person with explicit parental consent

Answer

The Act allows only a parent or guardian of the young person, or a person with the explicit consent of a parent or guardian, to lawfully supply alcohol to a young person.

Question 4

If a staff member suspects a customer is using a fraudulent ID, what is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Refuse service and report the incident to the duty manager

Answer

Staff should refuse service and immediately escalate the matter to the duty manager, who can then decide on further action such as contacting New Zealand Police.

Question 5

An effective staff training programme for age verification at a licensed premises must include which key element?

Accepted Answer

Clear instructions on acceptable ID types and how to handle refusals professionally

Answer

Effective age verification training must include clear guidance on which forms of ID are acceptable and how staff should handle refusals to ensure consistent and lawful compliance.

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LCQ Age Verification and Proof of Age 2