Smart Serve Ontario Signs of Intoxication

Question 1

Which of the following is an early behavioural sign of intoxication?

Accepted Answer

Becoming unusually loud, animated, or talkative

Answer

In the early stages of intoxication, people often become noticeably louder, more animated, and more talkative than their baseline behaviour. These subtle changes are important early warning signs.

Question 2

What is BAC and why is it important for servers to understand?

Accepted Answer

Blood Alcohol Concentration — the percentage of alcohol in a person's blood that indicates intoxication level

Answer

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) measures the percentage of alcohol in a person's bloodstream. Understanding BAC helps servers recognize that intoxication depends on how much alcohol is in the body, not just how many drinks were consumed.

Question 3

Which physical sign may indicate a patron is becoming intoxicated?

Accepted Answer

Glassy or bloodshot eyes

Answer

Glassy, bloodshot, or unfocused eyes are common physical indicators of increasing intoxication. Servers should watch for this sign along with other indicators.

Question 4

Why is it important to establish a patron's 'baseline' behaviour early in their visit?

Accepted Answer

So that changes from their normal behaviour can be recognized as potential signs of intoxication

Answer

Establishing a baseline allows servers to notice when a patron's behaviour deviates from their normal state, which is essential for identifying the progressive signs of intoxication.

Question 5

At approximately what BAC level do most people begin to show noticeable signs of impairment?

Accepted Answer

0.05%

Answer

At approximately 0.05% BAC, most people begin showing noticeable signs of impairment such as reduced inhibitions, slower reaction times, and mild impairment of judgment.

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Smart Serve Ontario Signs of Intoxication