TIPS training
Behavioral Cues of Intoxication - ANS-Loss of judgment, loss of inhibitions, slowed reactions,
poor coordination
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Legal in Maryland - ANS-.08 BAC
Common Acceptable Forms of ID - ANS-1. Valid photo driver's license
2. Valid photo state-issued ID card
3. Valid passport
4. Alien registration card
Common negligence - ANS-these laws set a minimum standard for the actions a reasonable
person should take to prevent problems
Dram Shop Liability - ANS-Business and individuals may be liable for injuries caused by
intoxicated person to whom they provide liquor
How much alcohol does the liver eliminate per hour? - ANS-3/4 oz (22ml)
How much pure alcohol is in
12oz. (355ml) of beer
5oz. (148ml) of wine &
1oz. (30ml) 100-proof spirits? (shot glass) - ANS-1/2 ounce (15 ml)
Intervention Guidelines- 1 - ANS-Decide on an appropriate response based on your guest
behavior
Intervention Guidelines- 2 - ANS-Make clear statements. Speak directly to the point
Intervention Guidelines- 3 - ANS-Use "I" statements
Intervention Guidelines- 4 - ANS-Do not judge or threaten your guests
Intervention Guidelines- 5 - ANS-Give the guest a reason for your actions
Intervention Guidelines- 6 - ANS-Provide good service and use indirect strategies when
appropriate
-offer food
-chat with guests
-remove the drink if possible
-If in doubt, don't serve
Intoxication Rate Factors - ANS-Size, gender, rate of consumption, strength of drink, drug use,
food intake
Level 1 of intoxication - ANS-No problem/drinking responsibly
Level 2 of intoxication - ANS-Potential or borderline intoxication. This person is not deficiently
intoxicated but they need to watch. Or it could be that the guest is buying for someone underage
or is underage.
Level 3 of intoxication - ANS-Definitely intoxicated. This person is demonstrating many cues and
intoxication rate factors.
Potential Alcohol/Drug Reactions - ANS-Aspirin- causes damage to the stomach lining
Behavioral Cues of Intoxication - ANS-Loss of judgment, loss of inhibitions, slowed reactions,
poor coordination
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Legal in Maryland - ANS-.08 BAC
Common Acceptable Forms of ID - ANS-1. Valid photo driver's license
2. Valid photo state-issued ID card
3. Valid passport
4. Alien registration card
Common negligence - ANS-these laws set a minimum standard for the actions a reasonable
person should take to prevent problems
Dram Shop Liability - ANS-Business and individuals may be liable for injuries caused by
intoxicated person to whom they provide liquor
How much alcohol does the liver eliminate per hour? - ANS-3/4 oz (22ml)
How much pure alcohol is in
12oz. (355ml) of beer
5oz. (148ml) of wine &
1oz. (30ml) 100-proof spirits? (shot glass) - ANS-1/2 ounce (15 ml)
Intervention Guidelines- 1 - ANS-Decide on an appropriate response based on your guest
behavior
Intervention Guidelines- 2 - ANS-Make clear statements. Speak directly to the point
Intervention Guidelines- 3 - ANS-Use "I" statements
Intervention Guidelines- 4 - ANS-Do not judge or threaten your guests
Intervention Guidelines- 5 - ANS-Give the guest a reason for your actions
Intervention Guidelines- 6 - ANS-Provide good service and use indirect strategies when
appropriate
-offer food
-chat with guests
-remove the drink if possible
-If in doubt, don't serve
Intoxication Rate Factors - ANS-Size, gender, rate of consumption, strength of drink, drug use,
food intake
Level 1 of intoxication - ANS-No problem/drinking responsibly
Level 2 of intoxication - ANS-Potential or borderline intoxication. This person is not deficiently
intoxicated but they need to watch. Or it could be that the guest is buying for someone underage
or is underage.
Level 3 of intoxication - ANS-Definitely intoxicated. This person is demonstrating many cues and
intoxication rate factors.
Potential Alcohol/Drug Reactions - ANS-Aspirin- causes damage to the stomach lining
