Safe Service of Alcohol Checklist

Be aware of and in accordance with all municipal regulations (check with your municipality for their most up-to-date alcohol policies) and provincial legislation (Liquor Control Act and Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario)
Ensure the proper permits and insurance are obtained (see Special Occasion Permits)
As a host, it is your duty to ensure a responsible serving and drinking environment for your guests
Ensure that those serving alcohol are Smart Serve certified and 18+ years
Ensure that only those 19+ are served alcohol at the event
Ensure anyone who appears under the age of 25 provides proper identification prior to serving (see Checking ID for details on acceptable forms of ID)
Always serve food items alongside alcoholic beverages and learn more about Preventing Intoxication
Ensure safe transportation to and from your event and zero tolerance for drinking and driving
Understand and implement risk management and reduction strategies (see Risk Management/Reducing Risk)
Understand and encourage your guests to follow Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health. Specifically:
- Do not drink when you are:
  - Driving a vehicle or using machinery and tools
  - Taking medicine or other drugs that interact with alcohol
  - Doing any kind of dangerous physical activity
  - Living with mental or physical health problems
  - Living with alcohol dependence
  - Pregnant or planning to be pregnant
  - Responsible for the safety of others
  - Making important decisions

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