SIR Identification Checking 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is a common sign of a fake ID card?
- It has a magnetic stripe
- Inconsistent fonts, poor photo quality, lack of security features, or the card feels too thin or too thick (Correct answer)
- It is issued by the government
- It has a hologram
Correct answer: Inconsistent fonts, poor photo quality, lack of security features, or the card feels too thin or too thick
Common signs of a fake ID include inconsistent fonts or text alignment, poor photo quality, missing security features like holograms, and unusual card thickness or material compared to genuine documents.
Question 2: Can a server ask a patron to remove their hat or glasses for ID verification?
- No, this would be an invasion of privacy
- Yes, it is reasonable to ask a patron to remove items that obstruct comparison between their face and the ID photo (Correct answer)
- Only security can make this request
- Only if the patron is a minor
Correct answer: Yes, it is reasonable to ask a patron to remove items that obstruct comparison between their face and the ID photo
It is reasonable and appropriate to ask a patron to remove hats, sunglasses, or other items that make it difficult to compare their face to the photo on the ID for verification purposes.
Question 3: What should a server do if a group of young-looking patrons arrives and only one presents ID?
- Serve the entire group based on one ID
- Request ID from every member of the group who appears under 25 before serving alcohol (Correct answer)
- Only serve the person with ID
- Ask the group to vouch for each other
Correct answer: Request ID from every member of the group who appears under 25 before serving alcohol
Each individual who appears under 25 must present their own valid ID before being served alcohol. One person's ID cannot verify the age of others in the group.
Question 4: What is the significance of checking the expiry date on an ID?
- It determines whether the patron can afford drinks
- An expired ID may not accurately represent the bearer and may have been transferred to another person (Correct answer)
- Expiry dates are not important
- It only matters for driver's licences
Correct answer: An expired ID may not accurately represent the bearer and may have been transferred to another person
Checking the expiry date ensures the ID is current and valid. An expired ID may have been passed to a minor who resembles the photo, or the bearer's appearance may have changed significantly.
Question 5: What technology can assist with ID verification in licensed establishments?
- Social media age checks
- Electronic ID scanners that can read encoded information and verify authenticity (Correct answer)
- Online age calculators
- Facial recognition through personal phones
Correct answer: Electronic ID scanners that can read encoded information and verify authenticity
Electronic ID scanners can read the encoded information on government-issued IDs, verify the document's authenticity, and accurately calculate the holder's age, providing an additional layer of verification.
Question 6: What should a server do if a patron becomes angry when asked for ID?
- Skip the ID check to avoid conflict
- Calmly explain that it is a legal requirement and company policy, and that it applies to everyone (Correct answer)
- Call the police immediately
- Ask a coworker to check the ID instead
Correct answer: Calmly explain that it is a legal requirement and company policy, and that it applies to everyone
Servers should remain calm and professional, explaining that ID checks are a legal requirement and company policy applied consistently to all patrons who appear under the threshold age.
SIR Identification Checking 3
What is a common sign of a fake ID card?