Smart Serve Alcohol Laws & Responsible Service 2

Question 1

Under the Ontario Liquor Licence Act, what is the maximum fine a server can personally face for serving alcohol to an intoxicated person?

Accepted Answer

$10,000

Answer

$500

Answer

$1,000

Answer

$25,000

Question 2

A patron at your establishment appears sober when they arrive but after two drinks begins slurring their speech. What is your primary legal obligation?

Accepted Answer

Refuse further alcohol service and arrange safe transportation

Answer

Continue serving but slow the pace of drinks

Answer

Ask the patron to leave immediately

Answer

Call the police right away

Question 3

Which of the following is a legally acceptable form of ID to verify a patron's age in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

A Canadian passport

Answer

A library card with a photo

Answer

An Ontario Health Card (OHIP card)

Answer

A gym membership card with a photo

Question 4

What does 'standard drink' mean in the context of Ontario's Smart Serve program?

Accepted Answer

A drink containing approximately 17.05 ml (0.6 oz) of pure alcohol

Answer

Any single drink served in a bar glass

Answer

One full bottle of beer regardless of alcohol percentage

Answer

Two ounces of any spirit served neat

Question 5

A server is aware that a regular patron has been drinking heavily at another bar before arriving. The patron appears steady on their feet and insists they are fine. What should the server do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse service because prior consumption creates a legal duty to decline

Answer

Serve the patron since they appear physically steady

Answer

Ask the patron to prove they are sober by walking a straight line

Answer

Serve one drink and monitor closely

Question 6

Under the Liquor Licence Act, which of the following is true about the 'last drink' doctrine in civil liability cases?

Accepted Answer

The establishment that served the last drink carries the greatest share of liability

Answer

Only the establishment that served the last drink is liable for any subsequent harm

Answer

All establishments that served alcohol that evening share equal liability

Answer

Civil liability for alcohol service applies only when BAC exceeds 0.16%