Search Procedures & Drug Awareness Flashcards

Which commonly misused over-the-counter medicine can cause intoxication-like symptoms?

Answer: Antihistamines in high doses

High doses of antihistamines such as diphenhydramine can cause drowsiness, confusion and disorientation, mimicking drug intoxication and requiring the same welfare response.

What does 'NPS' stand for in the context of drug awareness?

Answer: Novel Psychoactive Substances

Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS), formerly called 'legal highs', are synthetic compounds designed to mimic the effects of controlled drugs; they are now largely banned under the Psychoactive Substances Act 2016.

The Psychoactive Substances Act 2016 bans the supply of substances that do what?

Answer: Produce a psychoactive effect in humans, with exceptions for alcohol, tobacco and medicines

The Psychoactive Substances Act 2016 bans the production, supply and possession with intent to supply any substance that produces a psychoactive effect, with specific exemptions.

A door supervisor suspects a drug deal is occurring outside the venue. What should they do?

Answer: Observe and document details, inform police and do not intervene directly

Direct intervention in drug dealing is dangerous; the correct approach is to observe, document details and report to police who have the powers to deal with the matter.

What visible signs might indicate alcohol intoxication in a customer?

Answer: Slurred speech, unsteady gait, glazed eyes and disinhibited behaviour

Classic signs of alcohol intoxication include slurred speech, impaired coordination, glazed or bloodshot eyes and reduced inhibition; these indicate the person may be too intoxicated to serve.

Under the Licensing Act 2003, it is an offence to knowingly serve alcohol to whom?

Answer: A person who is drunk

Section 141 of the Licensing Act 2003 makes it an offence for any person to knowingly sell or allow the sale of alcohol to a person who is drunk.