ProServe Responsible Service Practices

Question 1

What is the primary goal of responsible alcohol service?

Accepted Answer

To prevent intoxication, impaired driving, and alcohol-related harm

Answer

The primary goal of responsible alcohol service is to prevent intoxication, impaired driving, and other alcohol-related harms while still providing a positive customer experience.

Question 2

What is 'standard drink' measurement used for in responsible service?

Accepted Answer

To measure and track the amount of pure alcohol being consumed

Answer

A standard drink measurement helps servers and customers understand how much pure alcohol is being consumed, which is essential for monitoring intoxication levels.

Question 3

In Canada, one standard drink contains approximately how many grams of pure alcohol?

Accepted Answer

13.6 grams

Answer

In Canada, one standard drink contains approximately 13.6 grams (or 17.2 mL) of pure alcohol, which is equivalent to a 341 mL bottle of 5% beer, a 142 mL glass of 12% wine, or a 43 mL shot of 40% spirits.

Question 4

What is the best practice for monitoring a customer's alcohol consumption?

Accepted Answer

Track the total number and type of drinks consumed, the time period, and observe behaviour changes

Answer

Effective monitoring involves tracking all drinks consumed (not just those you served), the time frame, and watching for behavioural changes that may indicate intoxication.

Question 5

Why is it important to offer food to customers who are drinking alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Food slows the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream

Answer

Food, especially protein and fat-rich foods, slows the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, helping to reduce the rate of intoxication. It does not eliminate alcohol already absorbed.

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ProServe Responsible Service Practices