Policies

West HQ

Our policies

No more. It’s the law

The Liquor Licensing Act aims to ensure that those who consume alcohol only do so in a responsible manner. West HQ Limited is committed to the principles of responsible service of alcohol. All employees must adhere to the following responsible service of alcohol practices, below is an extract of West HQ Limited’s policy on Responsible Service of Alcohol:

• No liquor will be served to minors (under 18 years of age).
• No intoxicated persons will be admitted to West HQ.
• Intoxicated persons will be refused service of liquor.

It is not only your right to follow the above principles; it is your obligation. Determining whether a person is intoxicated is not as easy as one may think. It is important to watch for signs that someone is becoming intoxicated, but common sense is also required. As well as mood and demeanour, and the number of drinks consumed, look for the following:

• A notable change in behaviour, especially antisocial, inappropriate or violent behaviour, use of abusive language
• Slurring of, or mistakes in speech
• Clumsiness, knocking things over (like a drink or ashtray), or fumbling with change
• A significant loss of co-ordination (usually swaggering or swaying)
• A degree of confusion, a lack of understanding or ability to hear, and a difficulty in responding
• Physical illness such as vomiting
• Responsible service of alcohol is becoming increasingly more relevant and you should be aware that serious offences are handed out to both licensees and individual bar employees who don’t adhere to these guidelines.

In NSW, the current applicable penalty is a maximum $5000 fine for the following offences:

• Permit intoxicated or indecent or quarrelsome behaviour on licensed or registered club premises
• Sell or supply liquor to an intoxicated person on licensed or club premises
• Sell or supply liquor to a minor

Betsafe

Player activity statement is available on request. West HQ practices the responsible service of alcohol. Think! About your choices. Call gambling Help 1800 858 859. www.gamblinghelp.nsw.gov.au. If gambling is creating a problem in your life help is available. Contact the 24hr free confidential counselling service on 1800 BETSAFE (1800 239 723).

Smoking Policy

Patrons are reminded that in accordance with the “Smoke-Free Environment Act 2004” that they are only permitted to smoke in the designated areas within West HQ.

Prohibited Items

To enter West HQ you must not:

• Bring in any food or drink items or be wearing any of the following;
• Football, stubby, bicycle, gym or boxer shorts, singlets or muscle shirts (sleeveless)
• House slippers, hair curlers or rollers
• Clothing that displays offensive words or pictures
• Swimwear, leotards, or sports style bra tops
• Untidy or dirty clothes, overalls, or footwear
• Torn clothing not in accordance with fashion
• Sharp studded belts or similar
• Motorcycle club emblems or colours
• Headwear of any type(unless for religious or medical reasons)
• Provocative or revealing clothing

Entry

Please remember to bring your membership card when entering the premises. If you are not a member or you wish to join, please bring a current photo ID.