TABC Seller Server Course


A training program mandated by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for employees who sell or serve alcoholic beverages, focusing on age verification, intoxication prevention, and state alcohol laws.

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Public Drinking Areas

Some municipalities allow open alcohol containers in defined zones (e.g., entertainment districts...

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Over-Serving Liability

The risk an establishment faces if an intoxicated patron harms themselves or others. TABC trainin...

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Age Verification

The process of checking a customer’s government-issued ID to ensure they meet the legal drinking ...

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Alcohol Service Refusal

The right and responsibility of a seller/server to deny serving alcohol to an individual who cann...

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Employee Meal Policy

Some establishments permit staff meals or drinks under strict guidelines (e.g., no free alcohol, ...

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Bar Mat Drainage

Rubber mats collect spills under glasses. Staff must regularly wash these mats in a 3-compartment...

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TABC Audits

Unannounced visits by TABC officials to ensure compliance with alcohol laws, checking training ce...

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Bar Utensils Sanitation

Cleaning and sanitizing shakers, stirrers, and glassware to prevent cross-contamination of bevera...

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FOB (Fooled-Over-By) Tactic

A TABC strategy teaching servers how to identify subtle signs of intoxication or attempted “cover...

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Bouncer Responsibilities

Staff stationed at the entrance to check IDs, enforce dress codes, and manage crowd control in ba...

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Fake IDs

Counterfeit or altered identification cards presented by minors to purchase alcohol. TABC emphasi...

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TABC Certification

The official recognition from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission that a seller or server has...

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TABC Certified Trainer

An individual authorized by TABC to instruct seller/server courses, ensuring content accuracy and...

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Non-Certified Employee Limitations

Individuals lacking a food handler certificate or TABC server training may perform only non-food ...

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Dram Shop Laws

Laws holding alcohol-serving establishments liable for overserving patrons who then cause harm du...

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Weighted Staffing for TABC Compliance

Ensuring enough TABC-certified employees are present per shift to supervise alcohol sales, preven...

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TABC Keg Registration Stickers

Required for large volumes of beer sold or rented out. Each keg must bear a label identifying the...

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Self-Serve Beverage Station

A setup allowing customers to pour their own drinks; food handlers must monitor cleanliness, refi...

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Alcoholic Beverage Service

The act of selling, mixing, or serving beer, wine, or spirits. TABC requires completion of a sell...

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Abandoned Bar Tabs

Tabs left unpaid by customers. TABC rules allow holding credit card info but caution staff not to...

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License Renewal

The process of updating or extending a TABC or TXDSHS-related certification before it expires; of...

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Ice Bin Protocol

Keeping ice used in drinks separate from ice used to chill food or store bottles. Food handlers m...

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Refund for TABC Course Failure

Some providers offer a policy where students who fail TABC exams can retake or get partial refund...

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Designated Alcohol Storage

A locked or clearly demarcated area for alcohol separate from other inventory; TABC enforces rest...

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Minor in Possession

A legal violation when anyone under 21 is caught purchasing, attempting to purchase, or possessin...

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TABC Multi-Location Endorsement

Required if a single business operates multiple bars or restaurants under one corporate entity, e...

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Certified On The Fly

An online platform offering Texas Food Handler Certification and TABC Seller Server training; rec...

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Liability Issues

The legal and financial risks an establishment faces if it fails to follow food safety or alcohol...

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Tablet-Based POS Systems

Digital ordering and payment tools often used tableside; staff must log out to avoid unauthorized...

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Inducements for Alcohol Sales

Offering incentives (e.g., buy-one-get-one) to boost liquor or beer sales; TABC restricts some pr...

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Designated Manager on Duty

The person in charge during a shift, responsible for ensuring both TXDSHS food safety and TABC co...

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On-Premise vs. Off-Premise Sales

On-premise refers to consumption at the establishment (bars/restaurants), while off-premise indic...

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Intoxication Assessment

Judging a patron’s sobriety level by observing speech, coordination, and behavior. TABC training ...

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Temporary Event Permit

A short-term license for selling or serving alcohol and/or food at festivals or fairs. TXDSHS req...

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Cider and Perry Handling

Fermented apple or pear beverages with varying ABV. TABC laws treat them like wine or beer, so st...

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Restaurant vs. Bar Licensing

TXDSHS handles food safety for all establishments, but TABC additionally regulates bars, which pr...

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