SmartServe Ontario Practice Exam

What can authorized stores do to ensure not to sell alcohol illegally?

1. Implement an open-door policy

2. Monitor inner aisles only

3. Lock point-of-sale systems during restricted hours

4. Limit employee access to alcohol

The correct answer is: Lock point-of-sale systems during restricted hours

The correct answer focuses on the importance of managing access to point-of-sale systems, particularly during restricted hours when alcohol sales are prohibited. By locking the point-of-sale systems during these times, authorized stores significantly reduce the risk of enabling illegal sales. This practice acts as a preventative measure, ensuring that no transactions involving alcohol can occur, thereby adhering to legal regulations regarding alcohol sales. Other options, such as implementing an open-door policy or monitoring inner aisles only, do not directly address the mechanisms by which alcohol sales are processed and can lead to violations if not carefully managed. Limiting employee access to alcohol is a good practice but does not specifically prevent unauthorized sales at the point of sale if the systems remain accessible. Therefore, locking the point-of-sale systems during restricted hours directly addresses the core issue of compliance with alcohol sales laws.