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WA RSA Practice Test 2026

Staff who sell, supply or serve alcohol in Western Australia need at least the nationally accredited RSA course, completed within 28 days of starting work. Practice test 1 covers WA's own rules on training, proof of age, drunk patrons and juveniles. The other sets cover the alcohol, intoxication and ID skills taught in every state.

  • Alcohol server
  • Western Australia
  • 80 questions
  • Checked October 11, 2026

Quick answer

Pass mark: Set by your registered training organisation. There is no time limit. It is run by Racing, Gaming and Liquor, WA Government (Liquor Control Act 1988); courses delivered by registered training organisations. Practise here for free with 80 questions, each with the answer and an explanation. Checked against official sources on October 11, 2026.

Read before you practiseStart with the RSA Study Guide (Australia): plain-language notes, diagrams and the numbers to remember.

  1. Question 1 of 30

    Which law controls the sale and supply of alcohol in Western Australia?
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    Answer: C. Liquor Control Act 1988

    WA's law is the Liquor Control Act 1988. The other laws are from NSW, Queensland and Victoria.

  2. Question 2 of 30

    In WA, what is the minimum training for staff who sell, supply or serve alcohol?
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    Answer: B. The nationally accredited Responsible Service of Alcohol course

    Bar staff, supervisors and crowd controllers who sell, supply or serve alcohol need at least the nationally accredited RSA course.

  3. Question 3 of 30

    A new WA bar worker has not done RSA. How long do they have to complete it?
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    Answer: C. 28 days from starting work

    If you have not done RSA before you start, you must complete it within 28 days of starting employment.

  4. Question 4 of 30

    What must a WA bar worker give their employer after completing RSA?
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    Answer: B. A copy of their RSA certificate

    A copy of your RSA certificate must be given to your employer.

  5. Question 5 of 30

    You have an RSA card issued in another state and start work in WA. Is the card enough?
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    Answer: D. No, give your employer a copy of your RSA certificate instead

    An RSA card from another state or territory is not accepted as evidence of training in WA. Provide a copy of the certificate.

  6. Question 6 of 30

    Which course does a person need for an unrestricted approved manager card in WA?
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    Answer: A. The Course in Management of Licensed Premises, which needs RSA first

    The unrestricted card needs the Course in Management of Licensed Premises, with RSA as its prerequisite. A restricted card needs RSA only.

  7. Question 7 of 30

    How long is a WA approved manager card valid?
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    Answer: B. 5 years

    Approved manager cards are valid for 5 years, and you do not need to re-sit training to renew.

  8. Question 8 of 30

    How long can a temporary approved manager act in WA?
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    Answer: B. Up to 7 days in a row, and no more than 7 days in any 28 days

    A temporary approved manager can act for up to 7 consecutive days, and no more than 7 days in any 28-day period.

  9. Question 9 of 30

    Who needs training for a WA occasional licence for an event expecting more than 250 people?
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    Answer: B. The applicant must complete the RSA course

    For occasional licences expecting more than 250 people, the applicant (or a director or partner) must complete RSA. No training is needed for 250 or fewer.

  10. Question 10 of 30

    What word does WA's Liquor Control Act use for a person aged under 18?
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    Answer: D. Juvenile

    In WA a person under 18 is called a juvenile.

  11. Question 11 of 30

    Under WA law, when can a person be considered drunk?
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    Answer: B. When their speech, balance, coordination or behaviour seems noticeably impaired and it is reasonable to believe alcohol is the cause

    Section 3A of the Liquor Control Act 1988 defines drunk using noticeable impairment that is reasonably believed to come from alcohol.

  12. Question 12 of 30

    In WA, what is the maximum penalty for an employee who sells or supplies alcohol to a drunk person?
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    Answer: A. $4,000

    Under section 115(2), the penalty is $10,000 for a licensee or manager, $4,000 for an employee or agent and $2,000 in any other case.

  13. Question 13 of 30

    In WA, what is the maximum penalty for a licensee or manager who sells or supplies alcohol to a drunk person?
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    Answer: C. $10,000

    The licensee or manager faces up to $10,000 under section 115(2) of the Liquor Control Act 1988.

  14. Question 14 of 30

    When may a WA licensee ask someone for proof of age?
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    Answer: C. When they reasonably suspect the person may be under 18

    Licensees can ask for proof of age when they reasonably suspect someone seeking entry may be under 18.

  15. Question 15 of 30

    Which of these is accepted proof of age in WA?
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    Answer: D. A current WA Photo Card

    WA accepts a current WA Photo Card, an Australian driver's licence or learner's permit with photo, a passport and other listed photo cards.

  16. Question 16 of 30

    Which states' digital driver's licences are accepted as proof of age in WA?
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    Answer: B. NSW, SA, Queensland and Victoria

    WA accepts digital driver's licences issued by NSW, SA, Queensland and Victoria.

  17. Question 17 of 30

    A customer in WA shows a screenshot of their driver's licence. Is it accepted?
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    Answer: B. No, photos or screenshots of ID are not accepted

    ID can be shown in hard copy or in its original digital form. Photos or screenshots of physical ID are not accepted.

  18. Question 18 of 30

    What is true about the old WA Proof of Age Card?
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    Answer: A. No new cards have been issued since 1 January 2015

    WA Proof of Age Cards are still on the accepted list, but new cards stopped being issued on 1 January 2015.

  19. Question 19 of 30

    A customer in WA shows a physical Keypass card. What is the rule?
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    Answer: A. It can be used until its expiry date, even though Keypass is being discontinued

    Keypass is being discontinued after April 2026, but physical cards can be used until they expire.

  20. Question 20 of 30

    When may a juvenile be on WA licensed premises with an adult?
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    Answer: D. When under the supervision of a responsible adult

    A juvenile may be on licensed premises under the supervision of a responsible adult, such as a parent or guardian.

  21. Question 21 of 30

    Who counts as a responsible adult for a juvenile in WA?
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    Answer: C. A parent, step-parent, spouse, de facto partner or legal guardian, or a person acting in place of a parent

    Anyone who says a juvenile was with a responsible adult must be able to prove that person's status.

  22. Question 22 of 30

    When may a juvenile be in part of a WA venue without a responsible adult?
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    Answer: D. To get a meal in an area mainly used for serving meals

    Juveniles may be in a part of the premises that is mainly for serving meals while they get a meal.

  23. Question 23 of 30

    In WA, what is the maximum penalty for a juvenile who is on licensed premises without a lawful reason?
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    Answer: D. $2,000

    The juvenile can be fined up to $2,000. The licensee or manager faces up to $10,000 and an employee up to $4,000.

  24. Question 24 of 30

    In WA, an adult buys alcohol for a juvenile at the juvenile's request. Who can be fined?
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    Answer: C. Both the adult and the juvenile, up to $2,000 each

    When an adult buys alcohol for a juvenile at their request, both the buyer and the juvenile face penalties of up to $2,000.

  25. Question 25 of 30

    A WA bartender sold alcohol to a 17-year-old with convincing ID. When can they use the defence that they reasonably believed the person was an adult?
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    Answer: C. When they reasonably believed it and the juvenile was 16 or older

    The defence applies only if the seller reasonably believed the person was not a juvenile and the juvenile was 16 or older.

  26. Question 26 of 30

    A WA venue wants to hire a 16-year-old to serve wine with meals. What is needed?
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    Answer: C. Approval from the Director of Liquor Licensing and an approved training course

    With prior approval, a juvenile of at least 16 who has done or is doing an approved course may serve alcohol with a meal, under supervision at all times.

  27. Question 27 of 30

    What is the penalty for a WA licensee who employs a juvenile to sell or serve alcohol without approval?
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    Answer: C. $10,000

    A licensee who employs a juvenile to sell, supply or serve alcohol commits an offence with a $10,000 penalty.

  28. Question 28 of 30

    A WA venue wants to hold an approved juvenile function. Which age group is it for?
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    Answer: D. 13 to 17

    Juvenile functions are for people aged 13 to 17 and must be free of alcohol, smoking and drugs. The application is lodged at least 14 days before.

  29. Question 29 of 30

    How old must a juvenile be to get approval for training-based work experience on WA licensed premises?
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    Answer: C. At least 15

    A juvenile must be at least 15 and enrolled in a training course that requires them to attend the premises. Approval lasts one calendar year.

  30. Question 30 of 30

    May a juvenile pass through WA licensed premises?
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    Answer: C. Yes, if there is no other convenient way to reach an area where juveniles are allowed

    Passing through is allowed if there is no other convenient route to an area where alcohol is not sold and juveniles may be.

What to know before the test

  • Staff who sell, supply or serve alcohol need at least the nationally accredited RSA course. If you start without it, you must complete it within 28 days.
  • Give your employer a copy of your RSA certificate. An RSA card from another state or territory is not accepted as evidence of training.
  • Approved manager cards are valid for 5 years, and renewing them does not require new training.
  • A person can be considered drunk when their speech, balance, coordination or behaviour appears noticeably impaired and it is reasonable to believe alcohol is the cause.
  • Selling or supplying alcohol to a drunk person carries penalties of up to $10,000 for a licensee or manager and $4,000 for an employee.
  • Photos or screenshots of ID are not accepted. Digital driver's licences from NSW, SA, Queensland and Victoria are accepted.
  • A juvenile who is on licensed premises without a lawful reason faces up to $2,000, and the licensee up to $10,000.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to complete RSA in WA?

If you have not done RSA before you start work, you must complete it within 28 days of starting.

Does a WA RSA certificate expire?

The WA mandatory training page does not set an expiry date or refresher for the RSA course. Approved manager cards are valid for 5 years. Check with your employer or Racing, Gaming and Liquor if you are unsure.

Can I use my interstate RSA in WA?

An RSA card from another state is not accepted as evidence on its own. Give your employer a copy of your RSA certificate instead.

Is there a pass mark for the WA RSA?

Your registered training organisation assesses you. There is no single government exam with a fixed number of questions. Your training provider assesses you. The mock exam here uses 30 questions and an 80% target as a practice goal.

Can a 16-year-old serve alcohol in WA?

Only with prior approval from the Director of Liquor Licensing to serve alcohol with meals, after enrolling in or completing an approved course, and under supervision at all times.

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