Checking and Verifying IDs Flashcards

A customer presents a valid, unexpired passport from a foreign country as proof of age. According to Pennsylvania's RAMP guidelines, which of the following is the correct action to take?

Answer: Accept the passport as a valid form of identification.

The Pennsylvania Liquor Code specifies that a valid passport or travel visa issued by the United States or a foreign country that contains the holder's photograph is an acceptable form of identification for purchasing alcohol.

When using the 'F.E.A.R.' method for checking an ID, what does the 'A' stand for?

Answer: Ask questions about the information on the ID.

The 'A' in the F.E.A.R. method, recommended by RAMP, stands for 'Ask'. This involves asking the patron questions about the information on their ID, such as their zip code, middle initial, or age, to verify their identity. People with fake IDs often hesitate or give incorrect answers.

A server at a busy bar is presented with an out-of-state driver's license that looks unfamiliar. What is the most responsible action for the server to take?

Answer: Use an ID checking guide or scanning device to verify the license's features.

When presented with an unfamiliar ID, especially from out-of-state, the best practice is to consult an ID checking guide or use a transaction scan device. These tools provide information on the security features and layout of valid licenses from all states, helping to accurately determine authenticity.

Which of the following is NOT a legally acceptable form of ID for alcohol service in Pennsylvania?

Answer: A student ID card from a major university with a photo and birthdate.

While a student ID may have a photo and birthdate, it is not a government-issued document and is not listed as an acceptable form of identification in the Pennsylvania Liquor Code. Acceptable forms include valid state-issued driver's licenses/ID cards, military IDs, passports, and Canadian driver's licenses.

A customer's ID has an expiration date from last week. The customer explains they have a renewal on the way and shows a temporary paper copy without a photo. What should the server do?

Answer: Refuse the sale because an expired ID is not valid for age verification.

According to RAMP training and Pennsylvania law, an expired ID is not a valid form of identification for purchasing alcohol. The ID must be valid and unexpired at the time of purchase.

Under what circumstances is a licensee in Pennsylvania required by law to use a transaction scan device for age verification?

Answer: When selling Ready-to-Drink (RTD) cocktails to a customer who appears to be under 35.

Pennsylvania law, specifically SB 688 enacted in 2024, mandates that businesses with a Ready-to-Drink Cocktail (RTDC) permit must use a transaction scan device to verify the age of any customer who appears to be under 35 years old.