SIR Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. How does eating food before or during drinking affect alcohol absorption? → It slows the rate of alcohol absorption
2. Under the BC Liquor Control and Licensing Act, what is the legal drinking age? → 19 years old
3. Which of the following is NOT a type of liquor licence in BC? → Entertainment-primary licence
4. What technology can assist with ID verification in licensed establishments? → Electronic ID scanners that can read encoded information and verify authenticity
5. Which physical sign might indicate a patron has reached a dangerous level of intoxication? → Loss of consciousness or inability to stand
6. Which type of beverage is absorbed most rapidly into the bloodstream? → Carbonated or sparkling alcoholic beverages
7. When is it appropriate to involve security or police during a refusal of service? → When the patron becomes threatening, violent, or refuses to leave after being asked
8. Why do women typically reach a higher BAC than men after consuming the same amount of alcohol? → Women generally have less body water and lower levels of alcohol-metabolizing enzymes
9. What is the licensee's obligation if a compliance meeting is requested by the LCRB? → They must attend and cooperate with the LCRB
10. Which factor would cause a person to reach a higher BAC more quickly than expected? → Drinking on an empty stomach
11. At what time must minors typically leave a liquor-primary establishment in BC, if permitted to enter? → Generally by 10:00 PM, though specific times depend on licence conditions
12. Which of the following is NOT a reliable indicator of intoxication? → The type of drink ordered
13. What happens if a licensee is found to have altered their liquor licence document? → It is a serious offence that can result in licence cancellation and criminal charges
14. Why should servers offer food menus to patrons who are drinking? → Food slows alcohol absorption and helps patrons stay in control
15. Why might a person's tolerance to alcohol give a misleading impression of their intoxication level? → Regular drinkers may show fewer visible signs while still being impaired
16. What two key features must valid identification include? → A photo and date of birth
17. Approximately how long does it take for the liver to process one standard drink? → 1 hour
18. Why is it important to observe patrons from the moment they enter the establishment? → To establish a baseline of their behaviour and detect signs of pre-existing intoxication
19. Which provincial body is responsible for administering liquor licensing in British Columbia? → The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)
20. At what stage of intoxication does a person typically experience euphoria and lowered inhibitions? → At low to moderate BAC levels, in the early stages of drinking
21. What is the penalty for a server who personally serves liquor to a minor in BC? → A fine of up to $10,000 or imprisonment, or both
22. Which part of the brain is first affected by alcohol, contributing to lowered inhibitions? → The frontal lobe, which governs judgment and decision-making
23. What is a potential sign of intoxication related to a patron's coordination? → Stumbling, bumping into furniture, or spilling drinks frequently
24. Is a photocopy or digital photo of an ID acceptable for age verification? → No, only the original physical document is acceptable
25. How should a server refuse service to a patron who appears to be in a position of authority or influence? → Apply the same refusal procedures regardless of the patron's status or perceived influence
26. What is one effect of alcohol on a person's emotional state? → Alcohol can intensify existing emotions, including sadness or anger
27. Which document must be displayed prominently in a licensed establishment in BC? → The liquor licence
28. What does the term 'Blood Alcohol Concentration' (BAC) measure? → The amount of alcohol present in a person's bloodstream
29. Which strategy helps slow a patron's rate of alcohol consumption? → Offering food, non-alcoholic beverages, and pacing drink delivery
30. At what BAC level is a person considered legally impaired for driving in BC? → 0.08%