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Spiking Awareness Training
The Violence Reduction Alliance (VRA) is aiming to raise awareness of Spiking across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent and has purchased Stamp Out Spiking’s Train the Trainer course to help achieve this.
Spiking Awareness Training
Spiking can happen anywhere, to anyone, at any time.
Stamp Out Spiking is a registered charity with the aim of raising awareness of Spiking. The charity consists of professionals with experience in delivering drug and alcohol workshops, with a specific focus on the welfare of young people.
Stamp Out Spiking offer a range of training courses to help highlight the dangers of Spiking and offers practical and effective solutions to ensure everyone can enjoy a great night out safely.
Delegates completed the Train the Trainer Spiking Awareness course in October 2023 and are now delivering the training to those who work in the night-time economy across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
Want to know more about Spiking?
What is Spiking?
Spiking is when someone puts alcohol or drugs into another person’s drink, food or body without their knowledge and/or consent.
What are the signs of Spiking?
- Drunk, woozy or drowsy
- Confused or disorientated
- Difficulty speaking
- Blurred vision
- Loss of inhibitions
- Memory loss
- Breathing difficulties
- Nausea and vomiting
- Unconsciousness
What should I do if I believe I or someone else has been Spiked?
- Find a trusted friend or member of staff and tell them immediately;
- Do not leave the venue with anyone that you don’t know or trust;
- Get your drink tested and report it to the Police;
- Act with speed, you only have a small window before the drugs take effect and the drugs can leave your body in 6 hours. Get your evidence.
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Visit our Support page for further information and advice on where to go for support.
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