SIR Identification Checking 2

Question 1

What should a server look for when examining a patron's ID to detect a fake?

Accepted Answer

Check photo resemblance, tactile features like raised text, holograms, card thickness, and overall quality

Answer

Thorough ID verification includes checking photo resemblance to the bearer, tactile features like raised text, holograms, card thickness and flexibility, font consistency, and overall production quality.

Question 2

What is 'shoulder tapping' in the context of minors and alcohol?

Accepted Answer

When a minor asks a legal-age person to buy alcohol for them

Answer

Shoulder tapping occurs when a minor asks an adult to purchase alcohol on their behalf. Servers should be alert for this, especially when an adult purchases drinks and passes them to someone who appears underage.

Question 3

If a patron presents an expired ID, should it be accepted for age verification?

Accepted Answer

No, expired ID should not be accepted as it may no longer accurately represent the person

Answer

Expired identification should not be accepted because the person's appearance may have changed significantly, and an expired ID may have been passed to another person. Only valid, current ID should be accepted.

Question 4

What additional question can a server ask to verify that an ID belongs to the person presenting it?

Accepted Answer

What is the postal code or address shown on the ID?

Answer

Asking the patron to state information from the ID, such as their address or postal code, helps verify that the ID belongs to them. The legitimate holder would know this information without hesitation.

Question 5

What should a server do if they suspect an ID is fake or altered?

Accepted Answer

Politely decline to accept the ID, refuse service, and if appropriate, retain the ID and contact authorities

Answer

If a server suspects a fake or altered ID, they should politely decline it, refuse alcohol service, and in some cases may retain the ID and contact police or a manager for further action.

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SIR Identification Checking 2