Responsible Alcohol Service Event (RASE)

Responsible Alcohol Service Event (RASE) is an educational event for restaurant staff that takes place on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the Ashore Resort & Beach Club in Ocean City, MD.

General admission to the event is free. At the end of the event, attendees can take a RAM Alcohol Awareness exam for $25/person. RAM's alcohol awareness certification options meet all the requirements for alcohol awareness training as required by the "Alcoholic Beverages" Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland and are accepted in ALL Maryland counties.

Restaurants should make a real effort - this summer and beyond - to reduce drunk driving by attending RASE. This event is perfect for new, seasonal hires and experienced staff alike. Attendees will receive a certification upon completion of this class. Together, we can make a real impact.

Free lunch will be provided to attendees! Hear from Cpl. Snyder and Sgt. Smith from OCPD regarding signs of intoxication and safe alcohol service. There will also be a presentation from Lou Lombardo, GM of Seacrets, on how to spot fake ID cards and more. Finally, hear from Sobar on various topics: how to create an environment for non-alcohol-drinking guests, making profits on NA drinks (mocktails), and more.

Attendees will receive a certification upon completion of this class. 

This event is presented by the Restaurant Association of Maryland in conjunction with the Maryland Highway Safety Office.