Australia Liquor Licence Compliance Audit Checklist

This liquor licence compliance audit checklist ensures compliance with state/territory Liquor Acts, Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) requirements, and licence conditions. All licensed premises must maintain RSA practices, appropriate signage, and patron safety measures. Non-compliance can result in licence suspension, infringement notices, or prosecution. Complete this audit monthly.

  • Industry: Food & Hospitality
  • Frequency: Monthly
  • Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
  • Role: Licensee / Venue Manager / Compliance Officer
  • Total Items: 29
  • Compliance: State/Territory Liquor Act, Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Liquor Licence Conditions, Liquor Accord Requirements, WHS Act 2011

Licence Display & Conditions

Licence display and condition compliance.

  • Liquor licence displayed in prominent position?
  • Trading within authorised hours?
  • Patron capacity limits known and monitored?
  • All specific licence conditions being met?
  • Plan of Management current (if required)?

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)

RSA practices and training compliance.

  • All staff serving alcohol hold current RSA certificates?
  • Procedures for managing intoxicated patrons in place?
  • Refusal of service register maintained?
  • Drink service limits and practices observed?
  • Free drinking water available for patrons?

Underage Drinking Prevention

Measures to prevent underage access to alcohol.

  • ID checking procedures in place and followed?
  • Staff aware of acceptable forms of ID?
  • Minor-free areas clearly defined and enforced?
  • Measures to prevent secondary supply to minors?

Signage Requirements

Mandatory signage per liquor legislation.

  • RSA signage displayed (It's Against the Law)?
  • Minors signage displayed at entry points?
  • Trading hours signage displayed?
  • Complaints process signage displayed?
  • CCTV signage displayed (if CCTV installed)?

Patron Safety & Security

Patron safety and venue security measures.

  • Licensed security personnel on duty (if required)?
  • CCTV system operational and recording?
  • Adequate lighting in all patron areas?
  • Incident register maintained?
  • Safe transport options communicated to patrons?

Record Keeping & Reporting

Records and reporting compliance.

  • Staff register with RSA details maintained?
  • Incident reports completed and filed?
  • Noise complaint management process in place?
  • Liquor accord participation current (if applicable)?
  • Additional observations and actions required

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Why Use This Australia Liquor Licence Compliance Audit Checklist?

This australia liquor licence compliance audit checklist helps food & hospitality teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for licensee / venue manager / compliance officer professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.

Ensures compliance with State/Territory Liquor Act, Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Liquor Licence Conditions, Liquor Accord Requirements, WHS Act 2011. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Australia Liquor Licence Compliance Audit Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 6 sections: Licence Display & Conditions, Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Underage Drinking Prevention, Signage Requirements, Patron Safety & Security, Record Keeping & Reporting. It is designed for food & hospitality operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

Who should use this Australia Liquor Licence Compliance Audit Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Licensee / Venue Manager / Compliance Officer professionals in the food & hospitality industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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