Questions and Answers
What are alcoholic beverages sold by the drink in establishments such as restaurants and bars known as?
on-premise sales
When a person fails to meet a/an _____ that an ordinary person under the same conditions would meet, he or she has been criminally negligent.
standard level of care
Door people, bouncers, floorwalkers, or bartenders are liable for violations concerning alcohol sales.
False
What does intervention refer to in responsible selling and serving?
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What could happen to your employer if you illegally sell or serve alcohol to a minor or an intoxicated person?
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An alcoholic beverage is any drink that has _____, which is sold or served either alone or when diluted.
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How long is your TABC seller-server training certificate valid once completed?
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In Texas, how is public intoxication defined?
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What are you responsible for as a seller-server regarding alcohol sales to minors and intoxicated persons?
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What are alcoholic beverages sold in packages to go at establishments such as convenience stores known as?
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In Texas, a minor is considered to be anyone under the age of 18 for the purpose of legal alcohol sales.
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As an employee, what are you at risk of if you make an illegal sale of alcohol?
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In Texas, the legal definition of intoxication includes having a blood alcohol concentration of _____ or more.
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The state agency that regulates all phases of the alcoholic beverage industry in Texas is the Division of Alcohol Regulation (DAR).
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You must _____ on or before your expiration date in order to remain certified.
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What key observations should you make concerning your customers?
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When employees make illegal sales, employers are protected from punishment if they meet specific conditions known as administrative rules.
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The first step in being a responsible seller and/or server of alcohol is to know the laws in Texas that govern alcohol sales and service.
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Anyone who sells, serves, dispenses, or delivers alcoholic beverages for a business that is licensed to sell alcohol is a licensee.
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What are the keys that will unlock the door to responsible service and selling?
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Study Notes
On-Premise and Off-Premise Sales
- Alcoholic beverages sold by the drink in establishments (restaurants, bars) are categorized as on-premise sales.
- Alcoholic beverages sold in packages to-go (convenience stores, gas stations) are termed off-premise sales.
Legal Responsibilities and Standards
- Failure to meet a standard level of care (e.g., checking IDs, recognizing intoxication) can lead to charges of criminal negligence.
- Employees serving alcohol (servers) are legally responsible for violations, despite support from door personnel or bartenders.
Responsible Serving Practices
- Intervention is necessary when refusing alcohol sales to customers who are underage or intoxicated.
- Serving alcohol to minors or intoxicated individuals may result in employers losing their license to sell alcohol.
Definitions and Regulations
- An alcoholic beverage must contain more than 0.5% alcohol by volume to qualify.
- In Texas, public intoxication is defined as appearing intoxicated in a public space to a degree that threatens safety.
- A minor for legal alcohol sales is anyone under 21, contrary to a common misconception.
Certification and Training
- TABC seller-server training certificates are valid for 2 years, requiring re-certification before expiration.
- To remain certified, an employee must attend another training course by the expiration date.
Intoxication and Legal Implications
- Intoxication is legally defined as having a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher, or impaired mental/physical faculties from alcohol or drugs.
- Employees risk arrest or citations for making illegal sales of alcohol.
Observations and Customer Interaction
- Key customer observations include their appearance, behavior, reactions, and quantity of alcohol purchased or consumed.
- Understanding how and when to refuse service is critical for responsible alcohol sale practices.
Safe Harbor and Compliance
- Employers may be shielded from penalties for illegal sales by employees under specific safe harbor conditions.
- Knowledge of Texas laws governing alcohol sales is essential for responsible sellers and servers.
Summary of Key Principles
- To practice responsible alcohol service, remember:
- Know the law
- Understand your customers
- Know when to say "no"
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