SIA Physical Intervention

Question 1

Under UK law, when is a door supervisor permitted to use physical force?

Accepted Answer

When it is reasonable and necessary to prevent harm or crime

Answer

Whenever a patron refuses to leave

Answer

When they feel disrespected

Answer

Only when police give permission

Question 2

What does 'proportionate force' mean?

Accepted Answer

Using only the level of force that matches the threat

Answer

Using maximum force to end a situation quickly

Answer

Using force only after being attacked

Answer

Using the same force type the attacker uses

Question 3

What is positional asphyxia?

Accepted Answer

A condition where body position restricts breathing, potentially fatal during restraint

Answer

A breathing technique for calming people

Answer

A type of drug overdose

Answer

A security formation

Question 4

Which technique is prohibited in SIA training?

Accepted Answer

Chokeholds or neck restraints

Answer

Escorting by holding upper arm

Answer

Approved restraint holds

Answer

Open-hand guidance

Question 5

After using physical intervention and the person is injured, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Administer first aid if trained and call for medical help

Answer

Leave to avoid liability

Answer

Deny involvement

Answer

Continue restraining regardless

Question 6

What must you do after physically removing a patron?

Accepted Answer

Record the incident in the log book

Answer

Nothing — responsibility ends at the door

Answer

Post about it online

Answer

Call them a taxi