An RBS-certified server completes training in 2025 and passes the ABC certification exam. By what year must they recertify to remain in compliance?
Explanation
Title 4 CCR §165 and ABC RBS Program rules set the certification period at 3 years from the date of issuance. A server certified in 2025 must complete renewal training with an ABC-approved provider (TIPS, A+ Server, LiquorExam, etc.) and pass the certification exam again by the corresponding 2028 date. Employers should track expiration dates and ensure each on-floor server, bartender, manager, and ID-checker maintains a current RBS certificate at all times.
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