BIIAB is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with Stamp Out Spiking, the leading organisation dedicated to combating spiking and safeguarding against spiking. Together, they are launching a new level 2 qualification focused on safeguarding and enhancing safety across all relevant venues and industries.
The new qualification, launched on BIIAB’s latest qualifications template, is designed to equip individuals and professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to identify, prevent, and respond to incidents of spiking. This vital qualification also serves as a proactive awareness piece, especially targeting freshers entering university or college to ensure their safety as they engage in social activities.
We're excited to introduce our new qualification, designed to combat the alarming rise of spiking incidents. Developed in partnership with Stamp Out Spiking, this course provides essential knowledge and skills to prevent and respond to spiking effectively.
By studying this qualification, learners will gain a deep understanding of spiking, its various forms, and how to protect themselves and others. BIIAB is proud to collaborate with Stamp Out Spiking to raise awareness and address this pressing issue. Together, we're working towards a safer and more informed community.
Join us in making a difference and empowering yourself to become an advocate for safety and change by enrolling in our spiking prevention qualification.
Key Features of the New Qualification:
- Safeguarding Focus: The qualification integrates essential safeguarding practices, ensuring that individuals working within the nighttime economy are equipped to protect vulnerable individuals and prevent incidents of spiking.
- Cross-Sector Relevance: Although this qualification is strongly relevant to the security and licensed hospitality sector, it also connects to the health and social care, legal, law and counselling sectors, offering a holistic approach to safety in environments where spiking incidents are most likely to occur.
- Target Audience: Aimed at all learners from 16 years of age including students entering higher education and workers in the nighttime economy, this qualification is a critical resource for those seeking to enhance their awareness and preparedness in staying safe.
We are thrilled to partner with BIIAB in launching this vital qualification. Our goal is to create safer environments across the UK by empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to prevent spiking incidents. This qualification, linked with the BIIAB, represents a significant step forward in our mission.
BIIAB, known for its commitment to providing high-quality qualifications, has ensured that this new offering aligns with their rigorous standards. The introduction of this safeguarding qualification marks an important addition to their portfolio, by addressing a critical need for safety in the nighttime economy.
The qualification is set to be available immediately through BIIAB’s network of approved training centers, with a strong emphasis on reaching those working in the nighttime economy, as well as educational institutions catering to freshers.
About BIIAB: BIIAB (British Institute of Innkeeping Awarding Body) is a premier awarding body recognized for its wide range of qualifications in the hospitality, security, and care sectors. BIIAB is committed to delivering high-quality, industry-relevant qualifications that support professional development and promote safety.
Dawn Dines, CEO and Founder of Stamp Out Spiking and Paul Eeles, CEO of Skills and Education Group (Left)
Steve Alton, Chief Executive at BII and Dawn Dines, CEO and Founder of Stamp Out Spiking (Right)
