Identification Requirements Flashcards

At what age threshold must a server request identification from a customer in Alberta?

Answer: Anyone who appears to be under 25 years of age should be asked for identification

Best practice in Alberta is to ask for ID from anyone who appears to be under 25, even though the legal drinking age is 18. This buffer zone helps prevent inadvertent service to minors.

Which of the following is an acceptable form of identification for purchasing alcohol in Alberta?

Answer: A valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's licence or passport

Acceptable identification must be government-issued, contain a photo, date of birth, and signature. Examples include a driver's licence, passport, or government-issued ID card.

What three elements must be present on an acceptable piece of identification?

Answer: Photo, date of birth, and signature

An acceptable ID must contain a photograph of the holder, their date of birth, and their signature. These three elements together help verify the person's identity and age.

What should a server do if a customer presents an expired ID?

Answer: Decline the ID as it is no longer valid and ask for a current form of identification

Expired identification should not be accepted as it is no longer a valid document. The server should politely ask the customer for a current, valid form of identification.

Is a digital copy of an ID (photo on a phone) acceptable for age verification in Alberta?

Answer: No, the original physical ID document is required for verification

Digital copies or photos of ID on a phone are generally not accepted for age verification in Alberta. The original physical document is required as digital copies can be easily altered or belong to someone else.

What should a server do if they suspect an ID is fake or altered?

Answer: Decline to serve, inform the customer why, and report the suspected fake ID to management

If an ID appears fake or altered, the server should decline service, explain that the ID cannot be accepted, and inform management. The ID should not be confiscated by the server but may be held if police are called.