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Bar and Nightclub Security Course 2026

This course is for door and floor staff at bars, nightclubs and other licensed premises in Canada. It covers security duties, ID checks, spotting intoxication, removing patrons safely and handling drugs and medical emergencies.

  • Formation
  • Canada
  • 25 questions
  • Vérifié le 11 octobre 2026

En bref

Ce cours gratuit comprend environ 15 minutes de leçons et un test de 25 questions. Obtenez 80 % ou plus pour télécharger une attestation de réussite (privée, non accréditée). Vérifié à partir des sources officielles le 11 octobre 2026.

Commencez par les leçonsBar and Nightclub Security Course: Lessons : environ 15 minutes de lecture. Chaque question du test est traitée dans les leçons.

Ce que vous allez apprendre

  • Describe the duties of door and floor security at licensed premises
  • Check ID against provincial rules and spot altered cards
  • Recognize signs of intoxication and refuse entry or service
  • Remove patrons safely with a duty of care for their way home
  • Respond to fights, drink spiking and overdoses

Obtenez 80 % ou plus pour télécharger votre certificat.

  1. Question 1 sur 25

    Alberta's Liquor Licensee Handbook lists duties for security staff. Which is one of them?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. Making sure the fire code occupant load is not exceeded

    AGLC lists crowd control duties, including making sure the occupant load under the fire code is not exceeded.

  2. Question 2 sur 25

    According to AGLC, how should security staff deal with possible fights?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. Monitor patrons and intervene early to prevent fights and aggressive behaviour

    AGLC expects security staff to watch patrons and step in early to prevent fights and other aggressive behaviour.

  3. Question 3 sur 25

    In Alberta, ProTect certification is mandatory for security staff at which type of licensed premises?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Class A Minors Prohibited premises, such as bars and nightclubs

    AGLC makes ProTect mandatory for security staff at Class A Minors Prohibited premises and commercial public resale special events.

  4. Question 4 sur 25

    A new security hire starts work at an Alberta Class A Minors Prohibited bar. Within how many days must they get ProTect certification?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. 30 days

    AGLC policy requires ProTect certification within 30 days of the employment start date for new hires at these premises.

  5. Question 5 sur 25

    In Alberta, a person who must take ProTect must also complete which other program?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. ProServe

    AGLC says anyone required to take ProTect must also complete ProServe, Alberta's responsible liquor service program.

  6. Question 6 sur 25

    AGLC policy says staff must ask for proof of age from anyone who appears to be under what age?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. 25

    In Alberta, staff ask for proof of age from anyone who appears to be under 25, even though the legal age is 18.

  7. Question 7 sur 25

    Under AGCO guidance in Ontario, staff are required to check the ID of anyone who appears to be under what age?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. 19

    The legal drinking age in Ontario is 19, and staff must check ID for anyone who appears to be under 19. Many venues set a higher age for their own policy.

  8. Question 8 sur 25

    Which ID is acceptable as proof of age at a licensed premises in Ontario?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. A current, government-issued card with the person's photo and date of birth

    Valid ID must be government-issued, current, and show the person's photograph and date of birth. Photocopies and expired ID are not valid.

  9. Question 9 sur 25

    A guest shows you a photo of their driver's licence on their phone. What should you do?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. Refuse it and ask for the physical card

    Photos and photocopies of ID are not accepted because they are hard to check. Staff must inspect the physical card.

  10. Question 10 sur 25

    In Ontario, may you require a guest to show their Ontario Health Card as proof of age?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. No, but you may accept it if the guest offers it voluntarily

    AGCO guidance says Ontario Health Cards cannot be required, though one may be accepted if offered voluntarily.

  11. Question 11 sur 25

    You think an ID might be fake. Which step does AGLC suggest?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. Ask questions such as the person's birthday or postal code, and ask for a second ID

    Verification questions and a second piece of ID help confirm whether the card belongs to the person.

  12. Question 12 sur 25

    Which is a sign that an ID card may have been altered?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Bubbling or peeling laminate

    AGLC tells staff to hold and feel the card and look for bubbling or peeling laminate, altered lettering and a photo that does not match.

  13. Question 13 sur 25

    Which group of signs suggests a patron may be intoxicated?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. Slurred speech, stumbling and fumbling with a phone or money

    AGCO lists signs in speech, coordination and behaviour, such as slurring words, losing balance and fumbling with everyday items.

  14. Question 14 sur 25

    A patron shows one sign of intoxication, such as speaking loudly. What does AGCO guidance say?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. One sign alone does not confirm intoxication, so keep monitoring

    Signs can show up in any order, and a single sign does not confirm intoxication. Watch closely and offer food and water.

  15. Question 15 sur 25

    In Ontario, a person who appears intoxicated arrives at the door of a licensed bar. What should door staff do?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. Refuse entry

    AGCO guidance says intoxicated individuals must not be permitted entry to licensed premises or adjacent areas under the licensee's control.

  16. Question 16 sur 25

    A patron shows several clear signs of intoxication. According to AGCO, what should happen?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Stop serving them alcohol and take steps to reduce harm, including a safe way home

    With multiple signs, alcohol service must stop. Staff then reduce the risk of harm, including making sure the patron has a safe way home.

  17. Question 17 sur 25

    You must remove an intoxicated patron on a freezing winter night. What is the best approach?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. Make sure they have a safe way home, such as a sober friend, a taxi or a ride

    AGLC expects licensees to show care in ensuring a safe return home for intoxicated patrons. Never leave a vulnerable person in danger.

  18. Question 18 sur 25

    An intoxicated patron is heading to their car with the keys in hand. What should you do?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. Try to arrange another ride, and call police if they still drive away

    Offering safe options and calling police if a person drives impaired protects the public without using force.

  19. Question 19 sur 25

    The BC Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch lists reasonable steps licensees can take. Which is one?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Keeping an incident log that records how a patron was removed and how their safe departure was ensured

    BC suggests incident logs that document removals and safe departures, shared with all staff.

  20. Question 20 sur 25

    The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety flags which times as higher-risk for violence at premises that serve alcohol?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Friday and Saturday nights

    CCOHS notes that staff at premises where alcohol is served face higher risk, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.

  21. Question 21 sur 25

    A patron who was banned last month is in the line. What does AGLC expect of security staff?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Make sure the banned patron does not enter or remain

    AGLC lists keeping banned patrons from entering or remaining on the premises as a security staff duty.

  22. Question 22 sur 25

    If you must use force to remove a patron who is lawfully required to leave, how much may you use?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Only as much as is necessary, on reasonable grounds

    Under section 25 of the Criminal Code, people acting with legal authority may use only as much force as is necessary.

  23. Question 23 sur 25

    A guest suddenly seems very impaired after only one drink and her friends are worried. What should you do?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. Stay with her, tell a manager and get medical help, calling 911 if needed

    Sudden, severe impairment after little alcohol can mean a drink was spiked or a medical problem. Treat it as a medical emergency.

  24. Question 24 sur 25

    Someone may be overdosing in a washroom and friends are afraid to call 911. What kind of charge does the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act protect against?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Simple possession of a controlled substance

    The Act can protect people who seek help from simple possession charges. It does not cover more serious offences such as trafficking.

  25. Question 25 sur 25

    A fight breaks out on the dance floor. What is the best first action?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. Call for backup on the radio and approach with other staff when it is safe

    Working as a team keeps staff and patrons safer. Call police if there are weapons or injuries, and get medical help for anyone hurt.

À savoir avant l’examen

  • In Alberta, ProTect certification is mandatory for security staff at Class A Minors Prohibited premises, within 30 days of starting for new hires.
  • AGLC policy is to ask for proof of age from anyone who appears to be under 25.
  • In Ontario, the legal drinking age is 19 and valid ID must be government-issued, current, and show a photo and date of birth.
  • In Ontario, intoxicated people must not be permitted to enter licensed premises.
  • The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act can protect people who call for help during an overdose from simple possession charges.

Questions fréquentes

Do bar security staff in Alberta need special training?

Yes. AGLC makes ProTect certification mandatory for security staff at Class A Minors Prohibited premises and commercial public resale special events, and they must also complete ProServe.

What ID can a bouncer accept?

Original, current, government-issued ID with the person's photo and date of birth. Photocopies, photos on a phone and expired cards are not accepted.

Can a bar let in someone who is drunk?

No. Licensed premises must not let intoxicated people in, and must stop serving anyone who shows clear signs of intoxication.

Combien de temps dure le cours ?

The five lessons take about 15 minutes to read. The final test has 25 questions and you need 80% to pass.

L’attestation est-elle accréditée ou reconnue officiellement ?

Non. C’est une attestation de réussite privée, uniquement pour vos connaissances. Elle n’est reconnue, accréditée ni approuvée par aucun gouvernement, organisme de délivrance des permis, autorité de réglementation ou établissement d’enseignement, et elle ne remplace aucun permis, aucune certification ni aucune formation exigés par la loi.

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