SIA Drug Awareness 6

Question 1

Which of the following is a recognised sign of drink spiking that a door supervisor should watch for?

Accepted Answer

A patron who suddenly appears far more intoxicated than their alcohol consumption would explain

Answer

Sudden, disproportionate intoxication relative to known alcohol intake is a key indicator of drink spiking. Other signs include confusion, loss of coordination, and unusual drowsiness appearing rapidly.

Question 2

What is 'cuckooing' in the context of drug dealing that a door supervisor should be aware of?

Accepted Answer

Drug dealers taking over a vulnerable person's home to use as a dealing base

Answer

Cuckooing is a practice where drug dealers take over the home of a vulnerable person to use as a base for drug dealing. While primarily a community issue, door supervisors should understand county lines and exploitation patterns.

Question 3

A door supervisor finds used needles in the venue toilets. What is the MOST important immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Cordon off the area to prevent needlestick injuries, do not touch the needles, and call for proper disposal by trained personnel

Answer

Used needles pose a serious risk of bloodborne infections including HIV and hepatitis. The area should be cordoned off immediately, needles should not be touched, and trained personnel or environmental health should handle disposal using proper sharps containers.

Question 4

Under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, what does 'possession with intent to supply' mean?

Accepted Answer

Having drugs in a quantity or manner that suggests they are intended for distribution to others

Answer

Possession with intent to supply means having drugs in circumstances suggesting they will be distributed. Evidence includes large quantities, dealer bags, scales, large amounts of cash, and multiple phones. Penalties are significantly higher than simple possession.

Question 5

What role does CCTV play in supporting drug-related incidents at licensed premises?

Accepted Answer

It provides crucial evidence for prosecution, supports incident reports, and can be requested by police under licensing conditions

Answer

CCTV is a critical evidential tool. Most premises licences require CCTV to be operational and footage retained for a set period (typically 31 days). Police can request footage, and it supports prosecution of drug offences and corroborates door staff statements.

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

SIA Drug Awareness 6