It is the holiday season which brings about many get-togethers and parties. As a seller or server of alcohol, it is crucial to be vigilant and practice responsible services and sales. The law states that someone showing signs of intoxication cannot be served or sold alcohol. Also, all alcohol business licensees cannot allow intoxicated people to stay on the property. Policies on handling such issues are important and can decrease the chances of charges, fines, or lawsuits. Also, youth out of school or college may attempt to purchase alcohol or be served in bars or restaurants. Businesses need to ensure that all employees can properly check identifications. Here are some examples of policies from Oklahoma's Responsible Alcohol & Hospitability Alliance to incorporate for your business: Ask for identification from anyone that looks under 30 years of age Ask for identification from all customers purchasing alcohol (golden rule) Document any time customers are cutoff or denied sales Serve one drink per customer in bars/restaurants at a time.
For more information about serving alcohol responsibly feel free to contact K'Cee Scoggins at kcee.scoggins@okstate.edu.