Improving training for responsible alcohol service providers
WayToServe Plus: In-service Professional Development Component to Improve Responsible Alcohol Service
This study is testing a new online training program to help bartenders and servers improve their skills in serving alcohol responsibly, making it easier for them to use what they learn and connect with others for support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Klein Buendel, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Golden, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10880699 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the effectiveness of Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training for alcohol servers through an innovative in-service professional development component. By utilizing an online platform, the project seeks to motivate servers to apply their RBS skills consistently and overcome common challenges they face in their roles. The training will be supported by a community of peers via a dedicated Facebook page, fostering ongoing engagement and skill reinforcement. The initiative builds on previous successful trials of the WayToServe® training program, addressing gaps in traditional training methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are alcohol servers who have completed the WayToServe® training and are looking to enhance their skills and effectiveness in responsible alcohol service.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in alcohol service or who have not undergone the WayToServe® training may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved alcohol service practices, reducing incidents of intoxication and enhancing public safety.
How similar studies have performed: Previous randomized trials of the WayToServe® training have shown positive results, indicating that similar approaches have been effective.
Where this research is happening
Golden, United States
- Klein Buendel, INC. — Golden, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Buller, David B — Klein Buendel, INC.
- Study coordinator: Buller, David B
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.