Keys to Customer Observation for Alcohol Servers

  • First thing’s first, always pay attention to how your customers look!
  • Next, observe what your customers are doing!
  • Then, observe how your customers are reacting to various stimuli.
  • Lastly, keep tabs on how much alcohol has been purchased or consumed by your customers!

Do you have to be TABC certified to serve alcohol in Texas?

Since Sep 1, 2000, anyone in Texas who sells, serves or delivers alcoholic beverages including persons who immediately manage, direct, supervise or control the sale or service of alcoholic beverages must be TABC Certified in order for the business to continue to receive “Safe Harbor” from fines and penalties related to …

How fast is TABC On The Fly?

Fast. No more spending 4-6 hours waiting on a course timer to run down. TABC On The Fly has the fastest online TABC certification course on the market.

How can I Check my TABC certificate online?

Click “Certificate Inquiry” link on the left side of the screen. Enter your Social Security number without any dashes. Enter your birth date (MM/DD/YYYY). Follow the security measures instructions and click “search.” Agency staff and TABC license and permit holders use this system to verify that a person’s certification is current and valid.

Where do I enter my Social Security number in TABC certificate inquiry?

Follow these steps: Go to the Seller Training/TABC Certification Inquiry System. Click “Certificate Inquiry” link on the left side of the screen. Enter your Social Security number without any dashes. Enter your birth date (MM/DD/YYYY).

What does it mean to be a TABC certified employee?

Hiring only TABC-certified employees gives employers protection from some liabilities under the Alcoholic Beverage Code. Read about the Safe Harbor law on our TABC Certification FAQs.

Is there a program to renew your TABC certification?

There is not a separate, shorter renewal program to renew your TABC certification. NOTE: Counterfeit and forged seller training certificates are a criminal offense and can result in punishment ranging from a Class A misdemeanor to a state jail felony.