RSA + RCG mandatory training (liquor + gaming)
Staff serving alcohol or in gaming venues need RSA / RCG certificates.
State and territory law, not a Commonwealth law
RSA and responsible gambling training requirements are set by each state and territory's liquor and gambling regulators, including course content and refresher periods. Check the rules in each state or territory where you operate.
Who must comply
Staff serving alcohol + gaming venue staff.
What triggers it
Serving alcohol or working in gaming venue.
When due
Before starting role; refresh per state.
Evidence required
Current state-issued RSA + RCG certificates.
Max penalty
Employer + employee liable; significant fines; licence consequences
Who must comply with this? The applicability test by industry, business structure and size.
Summary
State requirements for Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) for staff serving alcohol + Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG / RSG) for staff in gaming venues. Refresher periods vary by state (typically every 3-5 years).
Enforced by
Industries
Topics
Related
- All statesHold valid liquor licence (state liquor licensing)Liquor sale / supply requires state-issued licence; multiple categories.
- All statesHold state-issued gambling licence (operator + venue)Wagering, casino, gaming machine + lottery operators require state-issued licences with operator probity.
- CWLTHComply with Interactive Gambling Act 2001Prohibited interactive gambling services (online casino, in-play sports betting) banned in/to Australia.
- CWLTHComply with BetStop self-exclusion and responsible wagering rules (interactive wagering providers)Licensed interactive wagering providers must close the accounts of BetStop registrants, stop marketing to them and refuse credit-card, credit and digital-currency payment.
- CWLTHAFSL representative training (RG 146)Representatives advising on financial products to retail clients must meet RG 146 training standards.
Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with RSA + RCG mandatory training (liquor + gaming)?
- Staff serving alcohol + gaming venue staff.
- What triggers RSA + RCG mandatory training (liquor + gaming)?
- Serving alcohol or working in gaming venue.
- When is RSA + RCG mandatory training (liquor + gaming) due?
- Before starting role; refresh per state.
- What is the maximum penalty for RSA + RCG mandatory training (liquor + gaming)?
- Employer + employee liable; significant fines; licence consequences
- What evidence is required for RSA + RCG mandatory training (liquor + gaming)?
- Current state-issued RSA + RCG certificates.
Source: https://vcglr.vic.gov.au. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.