RBS Exam
A server asks a patron a question to confirm the validity of the patron's ID. Which question is least helpful?
"Where did you go to high school?"
It is unlawful for a person who has _____ percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in his/her blood to drive a vehicle.
0.08
What is the minimum age an employee must be to pour an alcoholic beverage?
21
An alcohol server must complete an ABC approved RBS training program and pass an ABC administered exam within ____ calendar days of employment.
60
Infractions are punishable by
A fine
A server may seize any identification presented by a person that is fake, so long as
A receipt is given to the person from whom the fake ID is seized.
Who has the right to visit and inspect any establishment that sells alcoholic beverages?
ABC and local law enforcement
When considering RBS best practices, when is it permissible for employees in an alcohol establishment to consume alcohol while working?
Alcohol consumption by workers should be discouraged
An on-premises establishment's alcohol service policies should reflect
All pertinent state and local laws
Which term is defined as drinking a lot of alcohol in a short time period?
Binge drinking
What does "BAC" mean?
Blood alcohol concentration
Which substance is considered a stimulant?
Caffeine
Alcoholic beverages that contain _____ products are prohibited.
Cannabis
Which is an indicator of a false ID?
Creases on the surface of the card
Which neighborhood quality of life issue is most affected by the overuse of alcohol?
Crime
Which symptom is characteristic of someone on a hallucinogenic drug?
Excessive sweating
Which form of ID is NOT acceptable for determining a person's age?
Expired ID
Which type of food works best to slow the speed at which alcohol is absorbed by the body?
Fatty foods
What is the primary purpose of ABC's T.R.A.C.E. program?
Identify and investigate where persons under 21 years of age obtained alcohol and who was killed or obtained serious injury or accident
A member of a group of patrons becomes obviously intoxicated. What should the server do?
Inform the other group members that the obviously intoxicated patron will no longer be served alcohol.
Upon stopping alcohol service to an obviously intoxicated person, the server should
Inform the other members of the patron's group, if any.
Which form of ID is NOT acceptable for determining a person's age?
Interim state issued driver license
Which promotion is considered discriminatory?
Ladies' drinks are half off
Which technique is best for determining the validity of an ID?
Look at both the front and the back of the ID
What is on the back of a California driver license?
Magnetic strip
Which drink typically contains multiple types of alcohol?
Martini
When alcohol is mixed with ______ the side effects can range from discomfort to death.
Medications or recreational drugs
Which statement about alcohol's path through the human body is true?
No digestion is needed in alcohol absorption
The photo on a California issued ID appears to be altered. Is the ID still valid to determine the patron's age?
No, the ID is invalid.
Lynn was born on November 30, 1999. When will Lynn be able to purchase alcohol?
November 30, 2020
A good practice when refusing alcohol service to an obviously intoxicated patron is to
Offer the patron a non-alcoholic beverage or food item.
Which is considered a good hospitality practice when serving alcoholic beverages?
Offering to serve a glass of water with an alcoholic beverage
What is the best way to sober up an intoxicated person?
Only time will sober up an intoxicated person
When should a server check a patron's ID?
Prior to serving alcohol to the patron
Which condition is associated with alcohol-impaired driving?
Reduced concentration
What does "RBS" mean?
Responsible Beverage Service
A patron becomes belligerent while on the premises. The server should immediately
Stop alcohol service
Frequent calls for service to local law enforcement by an on-premises licensee may result in
Suspension of alcohol license
An administrative violation occurs on an ABC licensed premises, _____ of that premises is at risk for administrative penalties.
The license
The use of foul language is an example of
The lowering of inhibitions
What is the most valid reason for refusing service to a patron?
The patron requests service outside of the hours of operation
Which feature is added to a California-issued ID to indicate the holder is under 21 years of age?
The words "Age 21 in" a specific year
Which statement is true regarding people with a high tolerance to alcohol?
They are better at hiding their intoxication
As a server or bartender, it is a good practice
To have multiple interactions with patrons to evaluate their moods and needs.
What is the duty of the designated RBS certified person at a non-profit organization's temporary alcohol event?
To remain onsite for the duration of the event
A legally acceptable ID has which characteristic?
Valid expiration date
When can a 19-year old legally serve alcoholic beverages in a restaurant?
When the server's primary responsibilities is to serve food
Which form of ID is NOT acceptable for determining a person's age?
Work ID
Security personnel, whose post is located outside the entrance to an alcohol establishment, has the primary responsibility to control the number of patrons entering and to check their IDs. Does the bouncer need to be certified?
Yes, because security personnel check IDs.
What information should be documented in an incident log?
names and addresses of all patrons
