BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders

This qualification is aimed at anyone who wishes to work in licensed premises where alcohol is sold. You will look at licensing authorities; at the responsibilities of the personal licence holder; police powers; rights of entry; specific prohibitions; strengths of alcoholic drinks; responsible retail of alcohol; and the protection of children from harm.

On completion of this course, candidates will hold a licensing qualification with which they can apply for the Personal Licence.

The qualification comprises of:

• The roles, responsibilities and functions of licensing authorities within the framework of the licensing objectives
• The application process for a personal licence
• The role and legal responsibilities of the personal licence holder and the penalties relating to failure to comply with the law
• The premises licence
• The content and purpose of operating schedules
• The role and duties of the designated premises supervisor
• Unauthorised and temporary licensable activities
• Rights of entry to licensed premises
• Police powers with regard to suspension and closure of licensed premises
• The specific prohibitions for the sale of alcohol
• The strengths of alcoholic drinks and the effects of alcohol on the human body
• The protection of children from harm
• The responsible retail sale of alcohol