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How much does it cost to get your smart serve?

Smart Serve is done as an online test. It costs $34.95 each (plus HST) and gives you two tries at passing the test. Taking the test in a classroom depends on the school.

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Regarding this, how long does it take to complete smart serve?

4 hours

Also, how do I get a smart serve? Online Training

  1. Takes about 3-4 hours.
  2. You can stop/start your training.
  3. Your progress is saved as you learn.
  4. You must complete the Training and Final Test within 30 days.
  5. You will have two (2) attempts at the Final Test.
  6. Your Final Test will be Proctored.
  7. You must achieve 80% or higher to pass and meet all Proctoring requirements.

Keeping this in consideration, is Smart Serve free?

Smart Serve Training allows participants to legally serve alcohol in Ontario. This training is being offered for free by Durham College.

What happens if you fail your smart serve?

IMPORTANT: It is your responsibility to ensure the web camera is working and properly configured to your browser before launching the Final Test. If your session fails the integrity check, you will receive a FAILED session and lose your attempt.

Related Question Answers

Is smart serve multiple choice?

The test was easy - everything on the test was covered in the program but on the test is worded a bit differently - just take your time to read all the questions thoroughly before answers. All multiple choice, if I remember correctly.

Do you need a smart serve to work at LCBO?

The Liquor Law regulations require that staff who are already Smart Serve certified and working in the retail alcohol sector, including staff at authorized grocery stores, on-site and off-site manufacturer retail stores, complete an additional training module designed specifically for retail store staff.

Can you do your smart serve on your phone?

Smart Serve is done as an online test. Taking the test in a classroom depends on the school. What do I need to take my Smart Serve certification test online? You can take the exam on a computer or a mobile device.

Is the Smart Serve test multiple choice?

You must receive 80% on the final exam in order to receive your certificate. This means answering 24 (or more) of the 30 questions correctly. The Serving It Right exam is a multiple choice exam.

Can I get my Smart Serve Online?

The Online Smart Serve Training Program is designed to be taken entirely online. It can be taken anytime, anywhere, in under 4 hours. After receiving email notification of successful completion of the program you will receive your wallet size Smart Serve certificate in the mail within 4 weeks.

Does a smart serve expire?

The Smart Serve certification doesn't currently expire, however you must be in possession of your card for the certification to be valid. If you no longer have your Smart Serve card, you can order a replacement card by contact Smart Serve Ontario - click here .

Can you use your health card as ID at LCBO?

You can use it for valid photo ID at the Beerstore and LCBO. You can only accept it as ID if you're not recording the number.

Do I need smart serve for a private event?

If you are planning a special event anywhere other than a private place, or an establishment with a liquor licence and wish to serve alcohol you will need to apply for and obtain a Special Occasion Permit (SOP). Private Event SOPs are for occasional events for invited guests only, such as a birthday party or wedding.

Why do you need Smart Serve?

The Smart Serve Responsible Alcohol Beverage Sales & Service Training Program is approved by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) as the only responsible alcohol training program for Ontario. Smart Serve is a dedicated advocate for a safer and healthier Ontario.

How can I get free smart serve?

Free Smart Serve Training and Program Certification
  1. Must be 18 years or older to register.
  2. Must complete the program to receive a wallet size certificate card.
  3. Participants who fail the final test will have the opportunity to re-take it at their own expense.

How do I get a license to serve alcohol?

Steps
  1. Find your local Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) board. Before your servers can get a permit to serve liquor, the business owner needs to get a license to serve liquor at the bar or restaurant.
  2. Check if there are residency requirements.
  3. Identify the license you want.
  4. Meet with the ABC board for help.

What time do minors have to leave a bar in Ontario?

Under the current rules, children are not permitted within licensed bars or restaurants past 10 p.m. The new regulations will allow minors in licensed establishments until 2 a.m., as long as they are eating and accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Do you have to serve food with alcohol in Ontario?

it is illegal in Ontario to serve alcohol in an establishment without a kitchen serving food.

Is happy hour legal in Ontario?

No more happy hour for Ontario In 1984, the Ontario government announced it would put an end to happy hour. The practice had been introduced two years earlier and allowed licensed establishments in the province to sell discounted or two-for-one drinks.

Can you give away alcohol in Ontario?

You may make beer or wine at home as long as it is only for your personal consumption or to be given away free of charge.

What is the purpose being Smartserve?

It teaches servers to prevent alcohol-related problems, and shows them how to intervene if problems do occur. The course covers such topics as the effects of alcohol, responsible serving techniques, legal issues, and house policies.

Is Smart Serve valid in BC?

If you received your Serving It Right certificate before September 15, 2015, your certification is still valid and will expire September 15, 2020. If you received your certificate after September 15, 2015 the expiry date will appear on your certificate as five years from the date of issue.

What is Smart Serve certified?

SMART SERVE CERTIFICATION. Smart Serve is the Government Certification required by law to sell or serve alcohol in Ontario. This program is designed for servers, bartenders, hostesses, food and beverage managers, or anyone who is involved in an event where alcohol is served.

What can you do with a food handlers card?

A food handlers card is a certificate, card, or permit that is used as official documentation to show to health inspectors that you have completed a food safety course that is approved by your state and county, and that you understand the basics of food safety.