Mixed Deck — All SIR Topics Flashcards

What type of licence is required for a restaurant that wants to serve liquor with meals?

Answer: Food-primary licence

A food-primary licence is required for restaurants where the primary purpose is serving food, and liquor service is secondary to the dining experience.

What should a server do if a patron cannot produce valid identification?

Answer: Refuse to serve them alcohol

If a patron cannot produce valid government-issued photo ID showing they are 19 or older, the server must refuse to serve them alcohol. No exceptions should be made regardless of how old the patron appears.

How should a server handle a situation where a group is pressuring a member to drink more?

Answer: Diplomatically intervene, offer non-alcoholic alternatives, and if necessary, address the peer pressure directly

Servers should diplomatically address peer pressure by offering alternatives, speaking privately with the individual being pressured, and if necessary, speaking to the group about responsible drinking.

Can a parent or guardian legally purchase and provide alcohol to their minor child in a licensed establishment in BC?

Answer: No, it is illegal to serve alcohol to any minor in a licensed establishment regardless of parental consent

In a licensed establishment, it is illegal to serve alcohol to a minor regardless of whether a parent or guardian gives consent. The law prohibits alcohol service to minors in licensed premises without exception.

How can a server use the 'speed of service' as a responsible service tool?

Answer: By intentionally slowing drink delivery to a patron showing early signs of intoxication

Slowing the speed of service is a subtle but effective tool. By taking a bit longer to deliver drinks to a patron showing early signs of intoxication, servers can help the body catch up with metabolizing the alcohol already consumed.

How should an establishment handle a large group celebration such as a bachelor party?

Answer: Assign dedicated staff, establish drink limits, ensure food is available, and have a transportation plan ready

Large celebrations require proactive planning: assigning dedicated staff for monitoring, establishing clear service limits, ensuring food is continuously available, and having transportation arrangements in place.

What should a server do if a patron reveals they have not eaten all day?

Answer: Strongly recommend food, adjust service pace, and monitor the patron more closely as alcohol will affect them faster

An empty stomach means alcohol will be absorbed much faster. The server should strongly recommend food, slow the pace of drink delivery, and monitor the patron more closely for signs of intoxication.

What is the penalty for a minor who attempts to purchase alcohol using false identification in BC?

Answer: The minor can face fines and the false ID can be confiscated

Minors who use false identification to attempt to purchase alcohol can face fines under BC law, and the false or borrowed identification document can be confiscated by the server or establishment.

What should be included in an establishment's policy on minors?

Answer: Clear rules on ID checking, minor access hours, staff responsibilities, consequences for violations, and protocols for suspected underage patrons

A comprehensive minors policy should cover ID checking procedures, hours and areas where minors are permitted, staff responsibilities, consequences for policy violations, and step-by-step protocols for handling suspected underage patrons.

Which of the following best represents one standard drink?

Answer: 341 mL (one bottle) of regular beer at 5% alcohol

A 341 mL bottle of 5% beer contains approximately 13.6 grams of alcohol, meeting the definition of one Canadian standard drink.

What is the server's responsibility regarding ID checking at the end of a long shift?

Answer: The same diligence must be maintained throughout the entire shift regardless of fatigue or busyness

ID checking requirements do not diminish as the shift progresses. Servers must maintain the same level of diligence throughout their shift. Fatigue is not an excuse for failing to verify age.

Under BC law, what hours are liquor-primary establishments typically permitted to serve alcohol?

Answer: 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM

Liquor-primary establishments in BC are generally permitted to serve alcohol from 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM, though specific hours may vary by licence conditions.

What is the significance of the 'Terms and Conditions' document attached to a BC liquor licence?

Answer: It is a legally binding document outlining the specific rules the licensee must follow

The Terms and Conditions document is legally binding and outlines the specific rules the licensee must follow. Violations constitute contraventions subject to enforcement action.

Why should servers be cautious about relying solely on counting drinks to assess intoxication?

Answer: Individual factors like body weight, food intake, and tolerance mean the same number of drinks affects people differently

Drink counting alone is insufficient because individual factors such as body weight, food consumption, medications, fatigue, and personal tolerance all affect how the same number of drinks impacts different people.

What is the 'buddy system' in the context of responsible service?

Answer: Pairing staff members to support each other in monitoring patrons and handling difficult situations

The buddy system pairs staff members together so they can share observations, support each other during cut-off situations, and provide backup during confrontational interactions with patrons.

Why is it important for servers to monitor the number of drinks a patron consumes?

Answer: To assess their level of intoxication and determine when to slow or stop service

Monitoring drink counts helps servers assess a patron's level of intoxication and make informed decisions about whether to continue service, slow service, or cut off service.

What is one effect of alcohol on a person's emotional state?

Answer: Alcohol can intensify existing emotions, including sadness or anger

Alcohol is not simply a mood elevator. It tends to intensify whatever emotions a person is already experiencing, which is why some people become aggressive, weepy, or overly emotional when drinking.

What should a server do if they are unsure whether a patron is intoxicated?

Answer: Err on the side of caution, consult with colleagues or a manager, and monitor the patron more closely

When in doubt, servers should err on the side of caution, seek a second opinion from colleagues or managers, and increase their monitoring of the patron. It is better to be cautious than to over-serve.

Which of the following is NOT a type of liquor licence in BC?

Answer: Entertainment-primary licence

There is no 'entertainment-primary licence' category under BC liquor law. The main categories include food-primary, liquor-primary, manufacturer, and special event permits.

What is considered one 'standard drink' in Canada?

Answer: A drink containing 13.6 grams (17.05 mL) of pure alcohol

Health Canada defines one standard drink as containing 13.6 grams (approximately 17.05 mL) of pure ethanol, regardless of the type of beverage.