SIA DOOR Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield SIA DOOR facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. Under the Criminal Law Act 1967, who can make a citizen's arrest in England and Wales? → Any person
2. Which offence under the Public Order Act 1986 involves threatening or abusive words likely to cause harassment? → Section 4 – Fear or provocation of violence
3. What does RIDDOR stand for? → Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
4. What is 'personal space' and why is it important in conflict situations? → The physical distance around a person; maintaining it reduces threat perception
5. What must be prominently displayed at the entrance of licensed premises? → A summary of the premises licence
6. Which UK government counter-terrorism strategy uses the four strands of Prevent, Pursue, Protect and Prepare? → CONTEST
7. Which section of the Public Order Act 1986 covers disorderly behaviour causing harassment or distress? → Section 5
8. What does COSHH stand for? → Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
9. A door supervisor notices pre-fight indicators in a customer. Which is a common pre-fight indicator? → Clenching of fists and jaw
10. What is the key principle of 'proportionality' when using force? → The force used must match the level of threat
11. Who must be notified when a personal licence holder changes their name or address? → The issuing licensing authority
12. When escorting a person from premises, which approach minimises risk? → Using minimum force, keeping calm and heading to the nearest exit
13. What does the Human Rights Act 1998 Article 5 protect? → The right to liberty and security
14. What must a door supervisor tell a person they are detaining? → That they are under arrest and the reason why
15. What is the correct way to record a use of force in the incident log? → State the justification, the technique used, the duration, the outcome and any injuries
16. What is 'agonal breathing' and how should it affect a first aider's decision to start CPR? → Infrequent gasping breaths that are not normal breathing; CPR should be started
17. What does 'NPS' stand for in the context of drug awareness? → Novel Psychoactive Substances
18. What is the recommended public response to a firearms or weapons attack, as promoted in the UK? → Run, Hide, Tell
19. Which of the following is a Class A drug in the UK? → Cocaine
20. What colour are mandatory safety signs (such as 'Must wear PPE') under the Safety Signs and Signals Regulations 1996? → Blue with white symbols
21. Which regulation requires door supervisors to be trained in physical intervention before using it? → SIA Licence Linked Qualification requirements
22. Which drug class is associated with aggression and paranoia, increasing conflict risk at venues? → Stimulants such as cocaine and amphetamines
23. A customer complains that they were unfairly refused entry. How should a door supervisor respond? → Listen calmly, explain the reason clearly and professionally without being defensive
24. A customer is bleeding heavily from a wound. What is the correct first aid response? → Apply direct firm pressure to the wound using a clean cloth and call 999
25. What is the correct treatment for a minor burn? → Cool with running water for at least 20 minutes, cover loosely and seek medical advice
26. What is the 'broken record' technique in conflict management? → Calmly and firmly repeating the same message without being drawn into arguments
27. What is the primary responsibility of a door supervisor during an emergency evacuation? → To ensure the safe and orderly evacuation of all persons from the premises
28. Which channel of communication is typically most reliable in a busy nightclub environment? → Radio communication using earpieces
29. Under PACE 1984, how long can police initially detain a suspect without charge? → 24 hours
30. What does the phonetic alphabet letter 'Alpha' represent? → A