SmartServe Ontario Practice Exam

Are servers responsible for monitoring the cannabis consumption of patrons in their establishment?

1. Only if cannabis is sold at the venue

2. Yes, they must ensure patrons are not intoxicated

3. No, this is not part of their duty

4. Only for underage patrons

The correct answer is: Yes, they must ensure patrons are not intoxicated

The answer that states servers must ensure patrons are not intoxicated is correct because it is part of their responsibilities to maintain a safe environment within their establishment. While the specific focus here is on cannabis consumption, the fundamental duty of servers is to ensure that guests are consuming substances, whether it be alcohol or cannabis, in a manner that does not lead to over-intoxication. In establishments where cannabis is served, staff are trained to recognize signs of impairment and are encouraged to take action if a patron appears overly intoxicated, as this is vital for the safety of all patrons. This duty includes monitoring whether patrons are consuming cannabis responsibly and making sure that they do not pose a risk to themselves or others. The other responses address different scenarios but do not capture the broad responsibility that servers have regarding the management of intoxication levels among patrons consuming cannabis. For instance, merely monitoring only underage patrons or limiting responsibility to venues selling cannabis misses the overarching duty of care that servers have in ensuring a safe drinking and consuming environment for all guests.