SIA Drug Awareness 6

Question 1

Which of the following is a recognised sign of drink spiking that a door supervisor should watch for?

Accepted Answer

A patron who suddenly appears far more intoxicated than their alcohol consumption would explain

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A patron who is dancing enthusiastically

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A patron who is being loud with friends

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A patron who leaves their drink at the bar while using the toilet

Question 2

What is 'cuckooing' in the context of drug dealing that a door supervisor should be aware of?

Accepted Answer

Drug dealers taking over a vulnerable person's home to use as a dealing base

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Using fake identities to enter venues

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Hiding drugs inside food items

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Passing drugs between people in a crowd

Question 3

A door supervisor finds used needles in the venue toilets. What is the MOST important immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Cordon off the area to prevent needlestick injuries, do not touch the needles, and call for proper disposal by trained personnel

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Pick them up wearing thick gloves and dispose of them in a sealed container

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Leave them and pretend they weren't seen

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Sweep them into a dustpan and place in a sharps bin

Question 4

Under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, what does 'possession with intent to supply' mean?

Accepted Answer

Having drugs in a quantity or manner that suggests they are intended for distribution to others

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Having drugs on your person in any amount

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Buying drugs for personal use

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Carrying drugs for a friend without knowing what they are

Question 5

What role does CCTV play in supporting drug-related incidents at licensed premises?

Accepted Answer

It provides crucial evidence for prosecution, supports incident reports, and can be requested by police under licensing conditions

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It is only useful for insurance claims

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It is optional and rarely helpful

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It can only be viewed by the venue owner

Question 6

A patron tells a door supervisor they believe their friend has swallowed a bag of drugs to avoid detection. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

Treat it as a medical emergency, call 999 immediately, do not induce vomiting, and monitor the person until paramedics arrive

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Induce vomiting immediately

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Tell the person to drink lots of water to dilute the drugs

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Ask the friend to confirm whether this is true before taking action