SIA Door Search Procedures & Drug Awareness 2

Question 1

Under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, which drug is classified as Class B?

Accepted Answer

Cannabis

Answer

Cannabis is classified as a Class B drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971; Class A includes heroin, cocaine and MDMA which carry heavier penalties.

Question 2

What are the visible signs that a person may have taken MDMA (ecstasy)?

Accepted Answer

Dilated pupils, sweating, jaw clenching and elevated mood

Answer

MDMA stimulates the central nervous system, causing dilated pupils, profuse sweating, teeth clenching, elevated mood and hyperactivity.

Question 3

Which physical signs might indicate a person has consumed cocaine?

Accepted Answer

Extreme confidence, rapid speech, dilated pupils and nosebleeds

Answer

Cocaine is a stimulant producing confidence, rapid speech, dilated pupils; heavy use can cause nosebleeds due to damage to nasal membranes from snorting.

Question 4

A customer appears extremely sedated with pinpoint pupils. Which substance might this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Opiates such as heroin

Answer

Pinpoint pupils (miosis) and heavy sedation are classic signs of opiate intoxication; this is a medical emergency requiring immediate first aid response.

Question 5

What should a door supervisor do if they find a person unconscious in the toilets?

Accepted Answer

Call emergency services immediately and place them in the recovery position

Answer

An unconscious person is a medical emergency; the recovery position prevents choking, and emergency services must be called immediately regardless of the suspected cause.

SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test

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SIA Door Search Procedures & Drug Awareness 2