SIA Search Procedures 2

Question 1

Under the Prevention of Crime Act 1953, what is the maximum prison sentence for carrying an offensive weapon in a public place?

Accepted Answer

4 years

Answer

6 months

Answer

2 years

Answer

10 years

Question 2

A patron refuses to be searched at the door of a venue operating a mandatory search policy. What should the door supervisor do?

Accepted Answer

Explain that refusal means they cannot enter, remain polite, and suggest they visit another venue

Answer

Inform the patron they are legally required to submit to a search and call the police if they refuse

Answer

Allow them entry but alert inside staff to monitor them closely throughout the night

Answer

Physically restrain the patron and search them as the policy gives legal authority to do so

Question 3

When conducting a pat-down search, what is the recommended technique for checking a patron's outer clothing?

Accepted Answer

Use the back of the hands and open palms in a professional, systematic manner

Answer

Use a firm gripping motion to feel for concealed items through the fabric

Answer

Only use fingertips to minimise physical contact with the patron

Answer

Squeeze each pocket individually while asking the patron what is inside

Question 4

What should a door supervisor do with a found knife that has been voluntarily surrendered by a patron during a search?

Accepted Answer

Place it in a secure amnesty bin, record the details, and inform the police

Answer

Return it to the patron and tell them to take it to their vehicle before re-entering the queue

Answer

Confiscate it and dispose of it in the nearest bin to remove the threat

Answer

Keep it behind the door staff station and return it to the patron when they leave

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the three categories of offensive weapons under UK law?

Accepted Answer

Made offensive weapons, adapted offensive weapons, and intended offensive weapons

Answer

Lethal weapons, dangerous weapons, and prohibited weapons

Answer

Category A firearms, Category B bladed articles, and Category C blunt instruments

Answer

Prohibited weapons, restricted weapons, and controlled weapons

Question 6

A venue uses hand-held metal detector wands as part of its search procedure. What is the correct protocol for using the wand?

Accepted Answer

Explain the process to the patron first, scan systematically from head to toe, and investigate all alerts

Answer

Run the wand over the patron quickly and only investigate alerts near the waistband

Answer

Use the wand only on male patrons and conduct visual bag checks for female patrons

Answer

Hold the wand at least 30cm from the body to comply with health and safety regulations