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This training is specifically designed for members of the alcoholic beverage industry who work in off-sale locations, such as stores who sell alcohol to patrons for off-site consumption.

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News & Updates

ABC Reminds the Licensees and Public to Keep Cinco De Mayo Celebrations Safe and Responsible

May 5, 2025

The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is reminding the public to celebrate Cinco de Mayo responsibly by designating a sober driver or using a ride-share service. Licensees have an especially important role in preventing accidents…

ABC’s Responsible Beverage Service Program Passes 600,000 Servers, Approaches Initial Three-Year Recertification Deadline

May 5, 2025

The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control’s (ABC) Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) program recently surpassed 600,000 certified servers, continuing to educate Californians on the dangers of providing alcohol to minors and over-serving…

April is Alcohol Awareness Month: Spotlight on TRACE

Apr 23, 2025

In observance of Alcohol Awareness Month, the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is highlighting its ongoing commitment to prevent alcohol-related harm through its Target Responsibility for Alcohol-Connected Emergencies (TRACE) program…

April is Alcohol Awareness Month: Spotlight on IMPACT Program

Apr 18, 2025

In observance of Alcohol Awareness Month, the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is highlighting IMPACT (Informed Merchants Preventing Alcohol-Related Crime Tendencies), a program aimed at helping licensees stay in compliance…

April is Alcohol Awareness Month: Spotlight on RBS Training Program

Apr 16, 2025

In observance of Alcohol Awareness Month, the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is highlighting its ongoing commitment to combating alcohol-related harm through its Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training program…

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

Apr 4, 2025

The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) recognizes the importance of Alcohol Awareness Month every April due to the high number of alcohol-related deaths each year in the U.S. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, excessive…

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