MEXICO — A free seller/server training workshop, geared for off-premise liquor licensees, is being offered from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23, at Med-Care Ambulance, 209 Highland Terrace, Mexico.
Jessica Abbott, the trainer, is a TiPS certified trainer working in substance use prevention. She is also a trained recovery coach.
This training will cover: False ID detection and carding policy, alcoholism and how alcohol affects the body, sign rules and regulations, Maine laws and more need-to-know information for employees and owners.
This training may reduce liquor liability insurance costs.
Those who successfully complete the program will be registered with the Maine Department of Public Safety, Liquor Licensing. Participants will receive a state-approved certificate of completion which will cover participants for three years.
Register by Aug. 16 with the name of the establishment and the number of employees. Contact Allie Burke or Ellen Thorne at 207-364-7408 or by e-mail at: [email protected] or [email protected]. A picture ID is required during registration.
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