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TIPS: Identifying Intoxication and Refusing Service

Behavioral and physical cues of intoxication and legally sound ways to refuse or slow service, tested on TIPS certification.

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What does a glazed or glassy appearance in a patron's eyes indicate?
Intoxication; reduced visual acuity and impaired focus
What does slurred speech suggest about a patron?
Intoxication; reduced muscle control and impaired motor coordination
What does loss of balance or poor coordination indicate?
Significant intoxication affecting motor control and the patron's ability to function safely
What do bloodshot or watery eyes indicate?
Intoxication; alcohol dilates blood vessels in the eyes
What does a flushed or red face indicate in an intoxicated patron?
Alcohol increases blood flow to the skin surface
What does slowed reaction time indicate?
Intoxication; alcohol depresses the central nervous system
What does impaired or blurred vision suggest?
Significant intoxication; alcohol affects focus and depth perception
What does loud or aggressive behavior typically indicate?
Intoxication; alcohol reduces inhibitions and impairs judgment
What does poor judgment in a patron indicate?
Intoxication; alcohol impairs decision-making and risk assessment
What does repetitive conversation or storytelling suggest?
Intoxication; alcohol impairs short-term memory and concentration
What do mood swings or rapid emotional changes indicate?
Intoxication; alcohol affects mood regulation and emotional control
What does excessive or rapid talking indicate?
Intoxication; alcohol stimulates talkativeness and reduces inhibition
What does decreased inhibition mean?
The patron says or does things they normally would not; reduced self-control and filters
What does impaired memory in an intoxicated patron suggest?
Significant intoxication; alcohol affects short-term recall and new information storage
What should you do when you observe signs that a patron is becoming intoxicated?
Slow service or refuse further alcohol; consider offering food or non-alcoholic beverages

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