RBS Training: What Is It?
Serving alcohol responsibly is a critical aspect of the hospitality industry. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or looking to enter the field, Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training is essential. In California, it will soon be mandatory for all licensed establishments to serve alcoholic beverages on-premise. The legislation enacting this mandatory measure takes effect on July 1, 2022. Any alcohol server or manager who is not licensed is subject to fines and other consequences.
Once you’ve registered for a class, some of the topics you can expect to learn about are:
- Dangers of serving minors
- Dangers of over-serving patrons
- How to reduce alcohol-related harm
Upon completing the RBS training course, you must successfully pass California Alcohol and Beverage Control’s (ABC) examination within 60 days. This training mandate will impact approximately one million workers throughout California.
At ACE, we offer RBS training entirely online for only $12. Sign up today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to do RBS training?
Suppose you have an “on-premises” license to sell alcohol in your establishment or serve alcohol in a licensed establishment. In that case, a new hire must complete RBS certification within sixty days of their start date.
What is the difference between the RBS and LEAD programs?
According to the ABC, RBS, or responsible beverage service, trains workers serving alcohol at licensed locations in skills that help reduce alcohol-induced harm within their communities. RBS is mandatory as of July 1, 2022. Whereas LEAD, which stands for Licensee Education on Alcohol and Drugs, is voluntary and teaches practical knowledge on responsible serving and preventive information to reduce drug use in establishments.
How much is the exam?
The exam costs $3 and is offered in English and Spanish.
Does RBS certification expire?
Yes. An RBS certification expires after three years, and it must be renewed before expiration for it to remain valid.
You may also need a California Food Handler Card that is also available on here at ACE Food Handler for only $7.
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ACE Food Handler's food handlers card training and test uses the latest instructional design techniques to help you retain food safety concepts so you are ready to work. The description below applies to most of our food handlers card training course, however due to the varying array of requirements across the nation, your course might be a little different. Find your state county and city above to learn more about food handler training for your area. Format: Online Approval Purpose Scope Food Handler Course Content:
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Frequently Asked Questions
A food handlers card (also commonly referred to as a certificate, card, or permit) is used as documentation to prove to employers and/or health departments that you have completed a food safety course that is approved and/or recognized by your city, coutny, or state Health Authority. It is valid for 2 to 4 years depending on your local government requirments.
This varies by employeers and city, county, and state governements. It is best to ask your employer (current or future) or Local Health Authority about when you will need to aquire your food handler card based on your employement date.
ACE Food Handler works with numberjous health departments and regulatory agencies across the country. ACE Food Handler’s food handlers card courses are created to meet the requirements of specific city, coutny, and state requirements. If you have questions about your city, county or state requirements please call your employer (current or future) and/or you Local Health Authority.
A food handlers card, permit, or certificate for your area. You will be able to print or download your food handler certificate after you have received a passing score on the final exam. You will also be emailed a PDF a copy of your certificate to the email address you provided so please check your inbox and/or spam box also.
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If your food handlers card, certificate, or permit has expired, you will need to purchase a new course for your state and retake your states food handler training and test to get your new card. Click here to find your State
If you need to reprint your current card, login and go to the Start My Course. From there, you can click on the name of your Certificate under the heading "My Certificates" on the right hand side of the screen and print or download your food handler or alcohol seller/server card or certificate for free.
If you need to track your employees or restaurants food handler certifications we offer:
- Custom Portals
- Custom Coupons
- Branding
- Reporting by Store and Company Levels
- Variable Access Levels
- Contact ACE for a Custom Solution for your Business
Below are a list of Food Handler and Alcohol Seller/Sever Resources you can use
Food Safety Resources
Alcohol Seller/Server Resources
The California Department of Public Health Food Handler’s Card
More Details
California Department of Public Health – Food and Drug Branch
1500 Capitol Ave, MS 7602
Sacramento, CA 95814
California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control District Office 2400 Del Paso Road, Suite 155 Sacramento CA, 95834
Phone
(916) 419-1319
California RBS Training Program Approved Training Provider
