Laws & LiabilityQuestion 21 of 80
Which of the following most accurately describes 'over-service'?
a.Continuing to serve alcohol to a patron who is or is becoming intoxicated
b.Serving food alongside drinks
c.Serving a patron more than one type of beverage
d.Serving drinks faster than the kitchen serves food
Explanation
Over-service means providing additional alcohol to someone who is already intoxicated or clearly heading there. It is both a safety hazard and a legal violation under the Code. Preventing over-service is a central skill for seller-servers.
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