RAMP - Certified Responsible Alcohol Management Program Specialist PA Alcohol Laws & Liability Questions and Answers

Question 1

Under Pennsylvania's Dram Shop Law, a licensed establishment can be held liable for damages caused by a patron if they served alcohol to the patron under what condition?

Accepted Answer

The patron was visibly intoxicated.

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The patron was a regular customer.

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The patron paid with a credit card.

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The patron was over the age of 21.

Question 2

A customer presents a valid-looking student ID from a local university as proof of age to purchase alcohol. According to the Pennsylvania Liquor Code, which of the following best describes the acceptability of this ID?

Accepted Answer

It is not an acceptable form of identification for purchasing alcohol.

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It is acceptable if it includes a photograph and date of birth.

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It can be accepted only if accompanied by a credit card with a matching name.

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It is acceptable only during the university's official school year.

Question 3

A server at a RAMP-certified bar in Philadelphia notices a group of patrons becoming progressively louder and stumbling. One member of the group, who is slurring his speech, approaches the bar to order another round of drinks for everyone. What is the most appropriate and legally required action for the server to take?

Accepted Answer

Refuse service of alcohol to the visibly intoxicated patron and the entire group.

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Serve them one last round but tell them it's their final one.

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Only serve the members of the group who do not appear intoxicated.

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Suggest they switch to a beverage with lower alcohol content.

Question 4

Which of the following is a mandatory component for an establishment to achieve RAMP certification in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

At least 50% of the alcohol service staff must complete Server/Seller Training.

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Employing at least one staff member who is a certified bartender.

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Offering non-alcoholic beer and wine options on the menu.

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Installing a security camera system that covers all points of sale.

Question 5

A licensed restaurant in Pennsylvania with a Sunday Sales Permit generally must stop serving alcohol at what time on a Saturday night/Sunday morning?

Accepted Answer

2:00 a.m. on Sunday.

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Midnight on Saturday.

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3:00 a.m. on Sunday.

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2:30 a.m. on Sunday.

Question 6

An individual can sue a bar under Dram Shop liability in Pennsylvania. Who else, besides a third party injured by the intoxicated patron, could potentially file a claim against the establishment?

Accepted Answer

The intoxicated patron themselves if they are injured, but only if they are under 21.

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The local police department for the cost of responding to an incident.

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A competing local business for loss of reputation to the area.

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The family of the intoxicated patron for emotional distress, regardless of injury.