As the summer season is just around the corner, now is a good time to be reminded that America’s Beer, Wine and Spirits Retailers Association offers its annual report on responsible retailing.

The report examines how licensed alcohol serving establishments can prevent unlawful alcohol sales, including sales to minors, to individuals who might in turn furnish alcohol to minors (third-party sales), or to intoxicated individuals; and to guard against situations that may pose a risk to customers or staff.

“Responsible Retailing” aims to “protect the health and safety of customers, staff and the community, while reducing licensee and employee risk to issues such as penalties for unlawful sales, or legal liabilities associated with alcohol-related injuries.” Download the PDF for free