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SIA Door Supervisor Practice Test 2026

To get an SIA door supervisor licence you need the Level 2 Award for Working as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry. Its main knowledge exams are multiple-choice, with a 70% pass mark. This practice covers the shared industry principles and the door supervisor unit, including licensing law, conflict and physical intervention theory.

  • Guardia giurata
  • Regno Unito
  • 129 domande
  • Verificato: 10 ottobre 2026

In breve

L’esame ufficiale ha 122 domande. Per superarlo: 70% in each main multiple-choice exam (72 questions and 50 questions); 80% in the physical intervention exam. Tempo a disposizione: 185 minuti. Lo gestisce: Security Industry Authority (SIA); exams set and marked by SIA-approved awarding organisations. Età minima: 18. Esercitati qui gratis con 129 domande, ciascuna con la risposta e una spiegazione. Verificato sulle fonti ufficiali in data 10 ottobre 2026.

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  1. Domanda 1 di 25

    How many licensing objectives are there under the Licensing Act 2003 in England and Wales?
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    Risposta: A. 4

    They are the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance and the protection of children from harm.

  2. Domanda 2 di 25

    Which is one of the four licensing objectives in England and Wales?
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    Risposta: C. The protection of children from harm

    Door supervisors help premises meet the licensing objectives, including protecting children from harm.

  3. Domanda 3 di 25

    Which licensing objective exists in Scotland but not in England and Wales?
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    Risposta: B. Protecting and improving public health

    The Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 has five objectives, including protecting and improving public health.

  4. Domanda 4 di 25

    Who issues premises licences under the Licensing Act 2003?
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    Risposta: D. The local licensing authority (the council)

    In England and Wales the council is the licensing authority. In Scotland, licensing boards do this.

  5. Domanda 5 di 25

    Under the Licensing Act 2003, who is the "designated premises supervisor" (DPS)?
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    Risposta: D. The personal licence holder named on the premises licence

    Premises that sell alcohol must have a DPS who holds a personal licence. In Scotland the equivalent role is the premises manager.

  6. Domanda 6 di 25

    If a premises licence requires door supervisors, what must be true of them?
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    Risposta: D. They must hold an SIA licence

    A mandatory condition under the Licensing Act 2003 requires individuals carrying out security activities at licensed premises to be SIA-licensed where the licence requires door staff.

  7. Domanda 7 di 25

    Under section 141 of the Licensing Act 2003, what is an offence?
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    Risposta: B. Knowingly selling alcohol to a person who is drunk

    It is an offence for staff to knowingly sell or attempt to sell alcohol to a person who is drunk on relevant premises.

  8. Domanda 8 di 25

    Under section 143 of the Licensing Act 2003, a person who is drunk or disorderly commits an offence if they:
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    Risposta: D. Fail to leave when asked by an authorised person, without reasonable excuse

    A drunk or disorderly person who refuses to leave, or tries to enter after being told not to, commits an offence.

  9. Domanda 9 di 25

    Under section 140 of the Licensing Act 2003, what is an offence for staff at licensed premises?
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    Risposta: B. Knowingly allowing disorderly conduct on the premises

    People who work at licensed premises must not knowingly allow disorderly conduct there.

  10. Domanda 10 di 25

    What is the minimum age to buy alcohol in licensed premises in the UK?
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    Risposta: D. 18

    It is an offence to sell alcohol to anyone under 18, and for a person under 18 to buy or try to buy it.

  11. Domanda 11 di 25

    Which is an offence under section 149 of the Licensing Act 2003?
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    Risposta: D. An adult buying alcohol on behalf of someone under 18

    Buying or trying to buy alcohol for a person under 18 is an offence, with limited exceptions for some meals.

  12. Domanda 12 di 25

    What must a premises' mandatory age verification policy require, as a minimum?
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    Risposta: D. Photo ID with a date of birth and a hologram or UV feature, from anyone who looks under 18

    Policies can be stricter, such as Challenge 21 or Challenge 25, but must at least meet this standard.

  13. Domanda 13 di 25

    In Scotland, the age verification policy must require ID from customers who appear to be under what age?
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    Risposta: B. 25

    Licensed premises in Scotland must operate an age verification policy based on Challenge 25.

  14. Domanda 14 di 25

    A young person shows an ID card where the photo does not look like them. What should a door supervisor do?
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    Risposta: C. Ask questions to check, and refuse entry if not satisfied the ID belongs to them

    The photo, date of birth and security features must all match. If in doubt, refuse entry and record it.

  15. Domanda 15 di 25

    Which is a lawful reason for a door supervisor to refuse entry?
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    Risposta: B. The person is drunk

    Refusing entry because of a protected characteristic is unlawful discrimination under the Equality Act 2010. Being drunk is a lawful reason.

  16. Domanda 16 di 25

    How should a door supervisor refuse entry to a customer?
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    Risposta: D. Politely and firmly, giving a reason where appropriate, and record it

    A polite, clear refusal reduces conflict. Records help if there is a complaint or later incident.

  17. Domanda 17 di 25

    Why do venues count customers in and out?
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    Risposta: D. To make sure the venue does not go over its safe capacity

    Overcrowding can lead to crushing and makes evacuation dangerous. Clickers or electronic counters help track numbers.

  18. Domanda 18 di 25

    Which is a sign that a crowd may be getting dangerously packed?
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    Risposta: D. People being pushed and unable to move freely

    Crowd pressure can quickly become a crush. Report it and follow the venue's crowd management plan.

  19. Domanda 19 di 25

    What is good practice when managing a queue outside a venue?
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    Risposta: A. Keep it orderly, check for vulnerable or drunk people and keep the pavement clear

    Good queue management prevents disorder and nuisance and lets staff spot problems early.

  20. Domanda 20 di 25

    What is the first step in ejecting a customer who has broken the venue's rules?
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    Risposta: A. Ask them to leave, explain why and give them a chance to go

    Most people leave when asked politely. Force is only a last resort and must be reasonable.

  21. Domanda 21 di 25

    A customer who has been asked to leave refuses. What should the door supervisor consider before using physical intervention?
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    Risposta: D. Whether it is necessary, lawful and proportionate

    Physical intervention must be a last resort, used only when lawful and necessary, and with the least force needed.

  22. Domanda 22 di 25

    Why should door supervisors think about a customer's welfare when ejecting them?
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    Risposta: B. The person may be vulnerable, for example very drunk, alone or injured

    Door supervisors have a duty of care. A vulnerable person should not be put out alone in a dangerous situation.

  23. Domanda 23 di 25

    Which customer is most likely to be vulnerable at closing time?
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    Risposta: A. A young woman who is very drunk and has lost her friends

    Alcohol, being alone and being separated from friends increase the risk of harm.

  24. Domanda 24 di 25

    A person asks the bar staff for "Angela". What does this usually mean?
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    Risposta: A. They feel unsafe and need help to get away from someone

    Ask for Angela is a scheme that lets people discreetly ask staff for help if they feel unsafe.

  25. Domanda 25 di 25

    Which behaviour may show a person is a sexual predator targeting vulnerable customers?
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    Risposta: C. Trying to leave with a very drunk person they did not arrive with

    Door staff should watch for people targeting vulnerable customers and step in, following venue procedures.

Cosa sapere prima del test

  • The Principles of Working in the Private Security Industry exam has 72 multiple-choice questions in 110 minutes, pass mark 70%.
  • The Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor exam has 50 multiple-choice questions in 75 minutes, pass mark 70%, plus practical assessments of searching and using communication devices.
  • The Application of Physical Intervention Skills unit has a 30-question exam (45 minutes) with an 80% pass mark, plus a practical assessment of every technique.
  • The Application of Conflict Management unit has a 20-question exam (30 minutes, 70%) and a practical scenario.
  • The course must last at least 7 days, or 6 days if up to 8 hours of self-study is used.
  • You need a first aid or emergency first aid certificate valid for at least another 12 months before training.

Domande frequenti

How many questions are in the SIA door supervisor exams?

The main knowledge exams have 72 and 50 multiple-choice questions. There are also exams of 20 questions (conflict management) and 30 questions (physical intervention), plus practical assessments.

What is the pass mark for the SIA door supervisor exams?

70% for the main multiple-choice exams and the conflict management exam, and 80% for the physical intervention exam. Practical assessments must be passed in full.

How long is SIA door supervisor training?

At least 7 days, or 6 days if part of the course is self-study.

Can a door supervisor work as a security guard?

Yes. A door supervisor licence also covers security guarding work.

Is door supervisor law different in Scotland?

Yes. Licensed premises in Scotland follow the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005, and citizen's arrest is based on common law rather than PACE.

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