SIA Licensing Law 6

Question 1

What is a 'designated public place order' (DPPO)?

Accepted Answer

A local authority order making it an offence to drink alcohol in specified public areas

Answer

DPPOs (now Public Spaces Protection Orders) allow councils to restrict alcohol consumption in specified public areas to tackle antisocial behaviour.

Question 2

What must a door supervisor do if they observe underage drinking inside the venue?

Accepted Answer

Notify the bar staff and management immediately to prevent further service

Answer

Failing to act when you're aware of underage drinking could make you complicit. Alert bar staff to stop service and inform management.

Question 3

What are 'mandatory conditions' on a premises licence?

Accepted Answer

Conditions that apply to ALL premises licences by law, regardless of individual circumstances

Answer

Mandatory conditions include: DPS requirement, no irresponsible promotions, free tap water, age verification policy, and small measures availability.

Question 4

What is the responsibility of a door supervisor regarding fire exits?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring fire exits are clear, accessible, and that patrons know their location

Answer

Door supervisors must keep fire exits clear at all times, know all exit routes, and be prepared to direct patrons during evacuation.

Question 5

What is 'drinks spiking' and what should a door supervisor do about it?

Accepted Answer

Adding substances to drinks without consent — watch for suspicious behaviour, support victims, report to police

Answer

Drink spiking is a criminal offence (Section 24 Offences Against the Person Act 1861). Door supervisors should watch for suspicious behaviour near unattended drinks and support anyone showing sudden unexpected intoxication.

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

SIA Licensing Law 6