California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
04/16/2025 | Press release | Archived content
April is Alcohol Awareness Month: Spotlight on RBS Training Program
Sacramento - 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.
Established in 2017, the RBS training program teaches servers to responsibly serve alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption and educates them on the dangers of serving alcohol to minors and over-serving patrons.
"Serving alcohol responsibly goes a long way in reducing alcohol-related harm," said ABC Director Joseph McCullough. "Each time underage drinking and overserving are prevented, a very serious hazard to our roadways and our communities is avoided."
RBS training is legally required for servers and managers of establishments with on-sale ABC licenses, which account for approximately 56,000 ABC-licensed businesses. If you're a server, get certified in the RBS Portal, which has the tools you need to ensure compliance with the mandatory RBS training requirements.
Once a server takes the RBS training, they must pass their exam within 30 days. RBS certification is valid for three years and must be recertified prior to expiration. Training is offered in multiple languages.
Contact
Additional information may be obtained by contacting:
Public Information Office
3927 Lennane Drive, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95834
Email: pio@abc.ca.gov
Phone: (916) 419-2525