SIR Identification Checking

Question 1

At what age must identification be checked before serving alcohol in BC?

Accepted Answer

If the patron looks under 25

Answer

If the patron looks under 19

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Only if specifically requested by a manager

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If the patron looks under 30

Question 2

Which of the following is an acceptable form of identification in BC?

Accepted Answer

BC driver's licence or BC Services Card with photo

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Student ID card

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Library card

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Work badge with photo

Question 3

What two key features must valid identification include?

Accepted Answer

A photo and date of birth

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Name and address

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Height and weight

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Eye colour and signature

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Refuse to serve them alcohol

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Serve them anyway if they look old enough

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Accept any form of ID they have

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Ask another patron to vouch for their age

Question 5

Is a photocopy or digital photo of an ID acceptable for age verification?

Accepted Answer

No, only the original physical document is acceptable

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Yes, any copy is acceptable

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Yes, if it is clearly visible

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Only digital copies on official government apps

Question 6

What is the consequence for serving alcohol to a minor in BC?

Accepted Answer

Fines for both the server and the licensee, potential licence suspension, and possible criminal charges

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A verbal warning

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Only the licensee is penalized

Answer

A mandatory retraining course only