This course covers: 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; 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.