Questions and Answers
The TBCA Five-Year Server Permit is the only permit that authorizes someone to serve liquor, wine, and high-gravity beer in Tennessee.
True
You are employed as a server and your permit expired. You can legally work until you get a new one.
False
The TABC requires your employer to keep copies of all server permits on the workplace premises.
True
If you have never had a TABC Five-Year Server Permit and never worked as a server in Tennessee, you are eligible for a one-time grace period if your company allows it.
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You start a new job serving alcohol in Tennessee for the first time. You are eligible for a 61-day grace period before you obtain a permit. You work for three days, then quit and take a job at a different establishment. Since you worked less than a week at your first job, you get to start the grace period over again.
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In Tennessee, it is illegal to sell alcohol to pregnant women.
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If you make an illegal alcohol sale, you, your manager, and your employer can all be held responsible for your actions.
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You made an illegal alcohol sale to someone under the age of 21. The drinker then starts a fight in your establishment and injures an innocent bystander. The injured person can sue the minor, but not you.
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What does BAC stand for?
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What should you say if a guest is showing signs of intoxication and you need to stop alcohol service?
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What should you do if an intoxicated guest becomes verbally abusive?
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What should you do when your guest is halfway through her drink?
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Which of these documents is an acceptable form of identification?
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To be valid, an ID must have a birth date, a photo, and be a state or federal document.
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Peeling lamination and oddly-spaced text are signs that an ID could be fake or altered.
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All of these beverages are considered one standard drink except:
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What is the best type of food to slow alcohol's absorption into the bloodstream?
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A 12-ounce beer containing 12% ABV should be counted as two standard drinks.
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When should you write an incident report after stopping alcohol service to an intoxicated guest?
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If a clearly intoxicated guest drives away from your establishment, what should you do?
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You can be held liable if you fail to serve alcohol with reasonable care.
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According to the law in most states, a person with a BAC of .05 is considered legally intoxicated.
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You know that your guest is under 21, but your manager tells you to bring him a beer anyway. If you serve him, you could be held responsible for making an illegal alcohol sale.
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Which of these people can be held responsible for making an illegal alcohol sale?
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When you 'card' a guest, you are checking identification to verify that the person is old enough to legally purchase alcohol.
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If you are 18 years old, which of these activities can you legally do in the state of Tennessee?
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In Tennessee, you are required by law to card anyone you believe is under 21 years old.
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When you ask a guest for an ID, you should take possession of the document to examine it.
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When should you ask a guest for an ID?
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Which of these is a commonly accepted form of identification?
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You suspect that a guest has given you a fake ID. What should you do?
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Study Notes
TABC Server Permit Regulations
- The TBCA Five-Year Server Permit is the sole permit allowing the service of liquor, wine, and high-gravity beer in Tennessee.
- Expired permits do not legally allow employment; a new permit is required to work.
- Employers must retain copies of all server permits at the workplace.
- A one-time grace period is available for those new to the TABC permit process if permitted by the employer.
Grace Period and Employment Rules
- The 61-day grace period for new jobs does not reset if you switch jobs after working less than a week.
- Selling alcohol to pregnant women is not illegal in Tennessee.
Legal Responsibilities
- Liability for illegal alcohol sales extends to the server, manager, and employer.
- Servers can be sued if a minor who consumes alcohol they provided injures an individual.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)
- Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) measures the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream.
Dealing with Intoxicated Guests
- When refusing service to an intoxicated guest, explain that it is against the law to continue serving them.
- If an intoxicated guest becomes verbally abusive, alert a manager immediately.
- It is acceptable to offer another drink to a guest finishing their current drink, depending on the situation.
Acceptable Identification
- Valid identification must display a birth date, have a photo, and be a state or federal document.
- U.S. Passport and U.S. Military ID are acceptable forms of ID.
- Signs of a fake ID include peeling lamination and irregular text spacing.
Standard Drinks and Effects of Food
- Two ounces of 80-proof liquor does not qualify as one standard drink.
- Foods high in fats and proteins are most effective at slowing alcohol absorption.
Intoxication and Legal Implications
- A 12-ounce beer with 12% ABV equals two standard drinks.
- Write an incident report immediately after stopping alcohol service to an intoxicated guest.
- Report a clearly intoxicated guest driving away to authorities, including details of the person and vehicle.
Liability and Alcohol Sales
- Servers must act with reasonable care to avoid liability.
- A BAC of .08 is the legal threshold for intoxication in most states, not .05.
- Responsibility for illegal sales of alcohol lies with the person serving the drink.
- Checking a guest's identification, or "carding," is essential to verify they are of legal age to purchase alcohol.
Age Regulations in Tennessee
- Individuals aged 18 and older can legally serve alcohol in Tennessee.
- It is not legally mandated to request identification from everyone suspected of being under 21, though it is a best practice.
Handling Suspected Fake IDs
- If a fake ID is suspected, seek the manager's assistance for further action.
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Test your knowledge on the Tennessee Alcohol Beverage Commission (TABC) server permits with this quiz. From permit regulations to employment laws, this quiz covers essential information every server should know. Prepare yourself for the exam with these handy flashcards!
