Minors and Alcohol BC Flashcards

What should a server do if they notice an adult passing an alcoholic drink to someone who appears to be a minor?

Answer: Intervene immediately, verify the age of the young person, and refuse further service if they are underage

The server must intervene immediately by approaching the table, requesting ID from the young-looking person, and refusing to serve further alcohol if the person is underage. The drink should be removed.

At what time must minors typically leave a liquor-primary establishment in BC, if permitted to enter?

Answer: Generally by 10:00 PM, though specific times depend on licence conditions

When minors are permitted in liquor-primary establishments (such as for dining or all-ages events), they must typically leave by 10:00 PM, though the exact time depends on the specific licence conditions.

What is the establishment's responsibility if a minor is found consuming alcohol on the premises?

Answer: The establishment can face licence sanctions regardless of how the minor obtained the alcohol

The establishment can face licence sanctions if a minor is found consuming alcohol on the premises, regardless of whether staff served the alcohol. The licensee is responsible for preventing alcohol consumption by minors.

What proactive steps can an establishment take to prevent minors from accessing alcohol?

Answer: Train all staff on ID checking, post signage about age requirements, and establish clear house policies about serving minors

Proactive measures include comprehensive staff training on ID verification, posting visible signage about age requirements, establishing clear policies, and maintaining vigilance for secondary supply attempts.

What is the difference between how minors are treated in food-primary versus liquor-primary establishments?

Answer: Food-primary generally allows minors; liquor-primary restricts minors to specific conditions and times

Food-primary establishments generally welcome minors since the main purpose is dining. Liquor-primary establishments restrict minor access, typically only allowing them during specific hours or for specific events, if at all.

What should a server do if a minor is discovered drinking alcohol at a table where adults ordered the drinks?

Answer: Remove the minor's drink, address the situation with the adults, and consider refusing further alcohol service to the table

The server should remove the alcohol from the minor, address the adults about the illegality and seriousness of the situation, consider refusing further service to the table, and report the incident to management.