Alcohol Server · Safety and Security

Recognizing signs of possible alcohol poisoning (such as unresponsiveness or trouble breathing) is important so that staff can:

Correct answer

Seek emergency medical help promptly, since alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening

  1. A Serve the person more
  2. B Seek emergency medical help promptly, since alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening
  3. C Send them home alone
  4. D Ignore it

Why this is the answer

Recognizing possible alcohol poisoning — indicated by signs such as unresponsiveness, confusion, vomiting, seizures, slow or irregular breathing, or cold/clammy skin — is important so staff can seek emergency medical help promptly, because alcohol poisoning can be life-threatening. Staff should call emergency services and not leave the person alone or assume they will 'sleep it off.' Managers should train staff to recognize these warning signs and act quickly. Knowing the difference between ordinary intoxication and a medical emergency can save a life and is an important safety responsibility in any establishment serving alcohol.
Source: Responsible Beverage Service — Alcohol Poisoning Signs