SIA Licensing Law 5

Question 1

What age verification policy is recommended by the Home Office?

Accepted Answer

Challenge 25

Answer

Challenge 25 means asking for ID from anyone who appears under 25 years old. This provides a safety margin above the legal age of 18.

Question 2

Can a door supervisor confiscate a fake ID?

Accepted Answer

They should not confiscate it but can refuse entry and report to police

Answer

Confiscating property could constitute theft. Door supervisors should refuse entry, inform management, and if they believe a criminal offence is being committed, contact police.

Question 3

What is 'regulated entertainment' under the Licensing Act 2003?

Accepted Answer

Live music, recorded music, dancing, plays, films, indoor sports, boxing/wrestling between 11pm-8am

Answer

Regulated entertainment includes various performance types but has been deregulated for some activities (e.g., live music for up to 500 people before 11pm).

Question 4

What is the Licensing Act's approach to 'late night refreshment'?

Accepted Answer

Sale of hot food and hot drink between 11pm and 5am requires a licence

Answer

Providing hot food or hot drink to the public between 11pm and 5am is a licensable activity, which is why late-night takeaways need licences.

Question 5

What is an 'interested party' in licensing?

Accepted Answer

A person living or involved in a business near the premises, or a body representing them

Answer

Interested parties include local residents, businesses, and their representatives (e.g., residents' associations). They can make representations about licence applications and request reviews.

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

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SIA Licensing Law 5