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Rhode Island

Responsible Alcohol Management Regulations

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Disclaimer:

We're not lawyers—just friendly helpers! 🍻 This document isn’t intended to serve as legal advice. Alcohol laws are like recipes—every city, county, and state has its own unique regulations. For the most accurate guidance on local rules, reach out to your state liquor control board (they're the real experts here). While Certivance provides resources and keeps an eye on state-level regulations, always double-check with your local authorities—because even the best need a second opinion! 😉

Regulatory Contacts:

Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation

Division of Commercial Licensing

Liquor Control Section

233 Richmond Street

Ste 230

Providence, RI 02903

Service Facts:

Legal Drinking Age

21

Age to Consume

21

Service to Minors

No

Employment of Minors

Yes

Age to Serve

18

Age to Sell

18

Age to Pour

18

Age to Sell Packaged Alcohol

18

State Training Program:

In Rhode Island, state law mandates that individuals involved in the sale or service of alcoholic beverages, including servers, bartenders, service staff, bouncers, hosts, valet parking staff, and their supervisors, complete an approved alcohol server training program. This training must be obtained within 60 days of employment, and participants are required to achieve a minimum score of 75% to pass. The certification is valid for three years, after which re-certification is necessary.

The Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation (DBR) provides a list of certified alcohol server training programs that meet state requirements.

These programs are designed to educate employees on responsible alcohol service, including topics such as checking identification, recognizing signs of intoxication, and understanding state liquor laws.

By completing this mandatory training, alcohol service professionals in Rhode Island are better equipped to serve responsibly, ensuring compliance with state regulations and promoting public safety.

State Program Facts:

Program Type

Voluntary

Training Requirements

Sellers, Servers & Managers

Certification Expiration

3 Years

Other Links:

Ready to elevate your skills? Enroll in our state-approved Certified Alcohol Training course today and start your journey toward mastering responsible alcohol service and ensuring compliance! 🍻🎓

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