DRUGS & ALCOHOL

C4 Risk Management Student Assessment Guide

for NZQA Unit Standard 548

Level 1 Credit 2.

National Certificate in Security Level 3: Successful completion of this unit standard forms part of the National

Certificate in Security Level 2 & 3

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Activity Title Assessment activity – Alcohol and Drugs

Unit Standard Number and Title

548 - Plan to manage personal use of alcohol and other drugs (version 6)

Assessment Elements 1. Demonstrate knowledge of alcohol and other drugs2. Identify strategies for the safer use of alcohol and other

drugs

Conditions This is an open book assessment.

There is no fixed time-frame in which to complete this activity.

Resources Assessment guide

Training resource material

ACTIVITY INSTRUCTIONS

In order to gain credit for this unit standard you will need to correctly answer the questions provided in the assessment activity Alcohol and Drugs.

These questions may be answered in written format or given orally as agreed with your assessor at a pre assessment meeting.

Your assessor will discuss with you any special notes listed in the unit standard that must be followed or provide you assistance in completing this assessment.

The Assessor and trainee are to initial this page to indicate that all activities and instructions on this page have been explained to the trainee.

Initial-

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STUDENT’S VERIFICATION FORM

I confirm that the work in this assessment guide is entirely my own work.

Name..................................................

Signed................................................

Date...................................................

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QUESTIONS

1. Name three types of alcohol:

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2. What is an example of Sedatives/Hypnotics?a) Heroinb) Acid (LSD)c) Valiumd) Angel dust

3. What is an example of Amphetamine and other stimulants?a) NOSb) Hashishc) Speedd) Benzodiazepines

4. What is an example of Opioid?a) Morphineb) Phenobarbitalc) Speedd) Angel Dust

5. What is an example of Marijuana and other cannabis products?a) Hash oilb) Angel dustc) Gamma hydroxy-butyrated) Acid

6. Which group (a, b, c or d) best describes one physical, emotional, and interpersonal effect from the short term use of Alcohol?

a) Lack of coordinationOverly emotive feelingsEffects relationships with family, friends and work

b) Laughing a lotincreased paranoia

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Improved communication skills

c) HungerLoss of inhibitionsimproved communication skills

d) HungerIncreased confidenceReduced co-ordination

7. Which group (a, b, c or d) best describes one physical, emotional, and interpersonal effect from the short term use of Opioid?

a) Breathing and heart rate increaseWithdrawal is easy and painlessYour friends do not detect any changes

b) Breathing and heart rate increaseIncreased feeling of painYour circle of friends increase due to your popularity

c) Breathing and heart rate slow downFeeling of well beingYou seem wiser and more knowledgeable to your friends

d) Breathing and heart rate slow downRush of pleasure (when injected) Steal from family to continue habit

8. Which group (a, b, c or d) best describes one physical, emotional, and interpersonal effect from the long term use of Alcohol?

a) Improved healthImproved memoryImproved interpersonal skills

b) Hair lossRelaxed and calm demeanourIncreased appeal

c) Damage to the nervous systemMoods are constantImproved relationships (family, friends and work)

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d) Damage to the nervous system and brainMood changesEffects relationships with family, friends and work

9. Which group (a, b, c or d) best describes one physical, emotional, and interpersonal long term effect from the use of Opioid?

a) Non-addictiveMoods are constantFeeling of normality is not drug dependant

b) HIV (possibility if swallowed)Withdrawal is extremely painful Able to socialise for days on end

c) Less spending on housing, food and other essentialsWithdrawal is extremely painful Stealing from family/friends to pay for addiction

d) HIV (possibility if injected)Withdrawal is relatively painless and easyFeeling of normality is not drug dependant

10. Which group (a, b, c or d) best describes one physical, emotional, and interpersonal long term effect from the use of Marijuana?

a) Increased risk of lung cancerAgitatedParanoid

b) Short term memory is affectedCalmnessLower inhibitions

c) No increased risk of cancer to the throatAggressiveAre awake for days on end

d) Memory is unaffectedFall asleep in the company of other peopleAre accepted by the general population

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11. Which group (a, b, c or d) best describes one physical, emotional, and interpersonal long term effect from the use of solvents?

a) More energyBecome more alertAttract greater number of friends

b) Facial soresDo well at schoolRemain anonymous to Police

c) Loss of coordinationPersonality changesLoss of inhibitions

d) Problems with breathingPersonality remains unchangedInhibitions are raised

12. In regard to the following 4 statements, define if they are true or false?

The legal limitations on possession, distribution, and use of Alcohol are?

1. Aged 18 years or over can legally purchase alcohol from licensed premises2. New Zealand does not have a legal 'drinking age'3. Younger than 18 can have alcohol supplied to them by their parent or legal

guardian.4. It is illegal to sell liquor to an intoxicated person.

13. Which is correct, a, b, or c?

The legal limitations on possession, distribution, and use of an Opioid are:

a) Opium is a class A drugImport/manufacture/supply carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonmentPossession carries a maximum penalty of 6 months jail/or $1000 fine

b) Opium is a class B drugImport/manufacture/supply carries a maximum penalty of 14 years imprisonmentPossession carries a maximum penalty of 3 months jail/or $500 fine

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c) Opium is a class C drugImport/manufacture/supply carries a maximum penalty of 8 years imprisonmentPossession carries a maximum penalty of 3 months jail/or $500 fine

14. Which is correct, a, b, or c?

The legal limitations on possession, distribution, and use of Marijuana are:

a) Marijuana is a class A drugImport/manufacture/supply carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonmentPossession carries a maximum penalty of 6 months jail/or $1000 fine

b) Marijuana is a class B drugImport/manufacture/supply carries a maximum penalty of 14 years imprisonmentPossession carries a maximum penalty of 3 months jail/or $500 fine

c) Marijuana is a class C drugImport/manufacture/supply carries a maximum penalty of 8 years imprisonmentPossession carries a maximum penalty of 3 months jail/or $500 fine

15. From the list below which group of strategies (a, b, c or d) would best describe the options to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs?

a) Promoting alcohol optional activities and eventsLimit your alcohol consumption to 6 drinks per sessionPrimary school based education

b) Be a responsible host and provide food and non-alcoholic drinks at functionsEncourage the use of taxis and designated driversProvide courtesy vans from work functions

c) Promoting wine only activities and eventsLimit your alcohol consumption to 6 drinks per hourSports Club based education

d) Promoting low alcohol activities and eventsLimit your alcohol consumption to 12 drinks per hourSports club based education

16. From the list below which group of statements (a, b, or c) are signs and/or symptoms

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that would indicate either you or others are unsafely using alcohol and/or other drugs?

a) Personality changesBehaving in an unexpected wayNot up front about friends and where they have been

b) Turning up to work or school tired or boredLose weight from excessive dietingStudy habits or results are constant

c) Turning up to work or school lateWeight changes up and down Minor changes in study habits or results

17. Name 4 organisations, and their location, that provide help for alcohol and drug use.

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ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE FOR UNIT STANDARD 548 – PLAN TO MANAGE PERSONAL USE OF ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS

Activity Elements& PC

Evidence Judgement

1 1.1 – 1.4The answers provided by the trainee

All answers must be correct & in accordance with the training resource material

2 2.1 – 2.4The answers provided by the trainee

All answers must be correct & in accordance with the training resource material

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