Did you know that California accounted for over 10% of the nationwide total of drunk driving fatalities in a recent year, equaling 1,069? While the leading age group of deaths from drunk driving was 21 to 24-year-olds, over 3,000 of those arrested for driving under the influence were under the age of 18. It’s accurate that the source of alcohol could come from anywhere,…
It may surprise you to learn that 63% of American adults consider themselves alcohol drinkers. If you work in the service industry, you have to prepare yourself and your employees so they know how to properly serve alcoholic beverages. This includes carding patrons and ensuring no one is over-served. One of the best ways of doing this is with RBS training. This…
Each year, countless incidents related to alcohol consumption plague businesses and individuals alike. Could we possibly minimize such risks, and create a safer, more enjoyable environment for both consumers and servers? A potent solution to this problem lies within Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training. But what is RBS training? In essence, it equips individuals and establishments with vital knowledge and…
Did you know that there are currently over half a million bartenders employed in the United States? With such a wide field, it can be hard to stand out as a bartender. You might not know how to work your way toward earning more than an average California bartender salary. You may not even know what training you need. Luckily, that’s where…
You may not have been aware of this, but underage drinking is a serious problem in the United States. Alcohol is the most commonly used substance by teenagers in America. Underage drinkers also present a serious dilemma for those who own or work in bars. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to stop underage drinking, this article is for you. We’ll…
Research shows that 60% of adults say they drink alcohol quite regularly. This accounts for adults between the ages of 18 to 29 years old. If you own a California establishment, you may want to offer alcoholic beverages. This is something that RBS training can help you to do. When it comes to California alcohol laws, you need to be very careful….
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), excessive alcohol consumption is responsible for approximately 95,000 deaths in the United States each year. The financial cost is also significant. In California alone, alcohol-related incidents resulted in over 10,000 deaths and nearly $52 billion in economic costs in 2019. To combat this issue, California has implemented Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification for…
Here’s a sobering statistic: every single day, an estimated 32 Americans die in a drunk-driving-related crash. That’s one death every 45 minutes. When working in the service industry, it’s your responsibility to adhere to strict guidelines for alcohol safety. For example, there are signs of intoxication to look out for, as this can help you determine when to “cut off” your…
On average, six people die of alcohol poisoning each day in the US. As a bartender, your two main roles are serving liquor and ensuring the safety and well-being of your customers. This means you have to be extremely vigilant in identifying situations where customers may be at risk of harm or engaging in risky behaviors. There are various risks of serving alcohol that you…
Did you know that the average amount of people in California with a DUI is over 200,000? If you work in the hospitality industry, you know that serving alcohol is a big part of the job. But with serving alcohol comes responsibility. When servers serve alcohol, they become liable for any harm or damage that may result from their actions. This article…