Team Member Handbook

Licensing Law – England & Wales

Proof of Age It is up to you, as a server of alcohol, to be satisfied about a person’s age. If they look under 21 you must ask them for identification.

We only accept the following documents: • International Passport • UK Photographic Driving Licence • Proof of age scheme card with the ‘PASS’ hologram

You must always look at the identification carefully before serving the alcohol and check on the following: • Is the photograph the same as the person showing you the document? • Does the date of birth mean that the person is over 18? • Has the document been tampered with? Licensing Objectives All Team Members have a responsibility to assist the Manager in complying with the

objectives of the Licensing Act which are: • The prevention of crime and disorder • Public safety • The prevention of public nuisance • The protection of children from harm

If you think that there may be a problem in any of the above matters – such as an obstructed fire exit, or some people behaving badly, then you must inform your Duty Manager immediately.

Summary Before serving alcohol always be satisfied that you are complying with the law and that you are within to the conditions listed on the premises licence.

Remember!

Remember, if in doubt simply don’t serve them and refer the matter to your Manager.

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