Alcohol Flashcards
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Why should a server pay attention to how fast a guest is drinking?
Answer: Rapid drinking raises intoxication risk quickly
Drinking quickly raises blood alcohol concentration faster, increasing intoxication risk.
What is a recommended response if an intoxicated guest insists on driving home?
Answer: Offer to call a taxi, rideshare, or another driver
Arranging a safe ride such as a taxi or rideshare helps prevent drunk driving.
Which of the following is a behavioral cue of intoxication a server should watch for?
Answer: Becoming louder and more argumentative
Becoming loud or argumentative is a behavioral sign of intoxication.
What does it mean for an establishment to be held liable under dram shop laws?
Answer: It can be responsible for harm caused by an intoxicated guest it served
Dram shop laws can hold an establishment responsible for damages caused by a guest it over-served.
When checking an ID, what should a server compare to confirm validity?
Answer: The photo and date of birth against the guest
The photo and date of birth should be matched to the actual guest.
Which practice helps prevent over-serving alcohol?
Answer: Tracking how many drinks each guest has had
Keeping track of each guest's drink count helps prevent over-service.
What is the safest assumption when you cannot tell if a guest is of legal drinking age?
Answer: Ask for valid ID before serving
Always request valid identification when age is in doubt before serving.