SIA Drug Awareness 2

Question 1

What does 'NPS' stand for in relation to UK drug awareness?

Accepted Answer

New Psychoactive Substances

Answer

NPS stands for New Psychoactive Substances, formerly known as 'legal highs'. The Psychoactive Substances Act 2016 made it illegal to produce, supply, or import any psychoactive substance intended for human consumption.

Question 2

Under the Psychoactive Substances Act 2016, which of the following is an offence?

Accepted Answer

Producing a psychoactive substance for supply

Answer

The Act makes it an offence to produce, supply, offer to supply, possess with intent to supply, import or export psychoactive substances. Simple possession for personal use is not an offence. Alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, and medicines are exempt.

Question 3

GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyrate) is commonly associated with which type of crime in licensed premises?

Accepted Answer

Drink spiking and sexual assault

Answer

GHB is commonly used as a 'date rape drug' because it is colourless, odourless, and can cause sedation and memory loss when added to drinks. Door supervisors must be vigilant for signs of drink spiking.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a drug amnesty bin at a venue entrance?

Accepted Answer

To allow patrons to voluntarily dispose of drugs without prosecution before entry

Answer

Drug amnesty bins allow patrons to discard substances voluntarily before entering a venue without facing prosecution. This is a harm-reduction approach agreed upon with local police and licensing authorities.

Question 5

Which of the following is a sign that someone may have taken MDMA (ecstasy)?

Accepted Answer

Jaw clenching, sweating, and dilated pupils

Answer

MDMA is a stimulant and empathogen. Common signs include jaw clenching (bruxism), teeth grinding, excessive sweating, dilated pupils, increased energy, and heightened sociability.

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

SIA Drug Awareness 2