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(TOPIC): THE LIQUOR CODE

The Liquor Code is a governing body of law applicable to every licensee in Pennsylvania. Licensees and their

employees are responsible to know and follow the Liquor Code. Failure to do so could result in a citation for

both the owner and employee.

Who enforces the Liquor Code?

Pennsylvania State Police, Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement

Who creates the laws that are in the Liquor Code?

State Legislature

(TOPIC): PLCB REGULATIONS

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board establishes regulations to implement the Liquor Code and explain how

it will apply its practices and procedures.

KEY FACT:

All licensees/employees must adhere to everything in the Liquor Code and PLCB regulations.

(TOPIC): HOUSE POLICIES

Written policies will guide you on how to manage tough situations. The goal here is to get everyone on the

same page and handle situations in a similar fashion.

RAMP strongly recommends every establishment have a written set of rules beyond the Liquor Code called

“house policies.” Having written policies can greatly reduce your risk of liability and avoid violations.

House policies are created typically by the owners or managers of licensed establishments. They are the

“rules” of the establishment beyond the Liquor Code. House policies can be more stringent than the Liquor

Code and cover a wide variety of topics. Some topics to consider are how to handle minors and VIPs, where

minors can sit, last call and number of drinks to serve one person.

(TOPIC): CLUB BYLAWS

Private club licensees such as the Elks Club or American Legion have written rules called bylaws. PLCB

regulations require that private clubs adhere to their constitutions and bylaws. If a club does anything contrary

to what is stated in those documents, it can be cited by the Pennsylvania State Police, Bureau of Liquor

Control Enforcement (PSP BLCE).

Note: Club bylaws must be changed by following the proper steps as determined by the club’s

constitution and charter.

(TOPIC): WHAT IS ALCOHOL AND HOW IS IT ABSORBED?

Alcohol is a chemical substance and central nervous system (CNS) depressant drug.

What helps to slow down the absorption of alcohol?

Any amount of food in the stomach helps. It’s important to eat prior to and during drinking.

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