205 Mass. Reg. 138.23

Current through Register 1523, June 7, 2024

Section 138.23 - Drop Boxes for Table Games; Gaming Table Slot Cash Storage Boxes

(1) A secure, tamper-resistant container known as a "drop box" shall be attached to each gaming table and any other gaming device at which currency, coupons, or other items of value are accepted by the gaming establishment. The system of internal controls submitted by a gaming licensee in accordance with 205 CMR 138.02 shall include:

(a) Specifications for the construction and material composition of drop boxes and housing, identification of the asset number or serial number to be used on gaming equipment, and whether the asset number will be imprinted on such equipment electronically or permanently.

(b) A detailed plan identifying which of the gaming licensee's department(s) will be involved in handling the table drop. The plan must include at least one key gaming employee on the drop team and shall also include the following:

1. Identification of the department having primary responsibility for the drop;

2. An outline of the responsibilities of all gaming employees involved in handling the drop;

3. A chain of command in the event the gaming licensee uses multiple departments to handle the drop; and

4. A chain of command in the event the gaming licensee uses multiple departments to handle the count responsibilities.

(c) A detailed procedure for independent verification of the count as performed in accordance with 205 CMR 138.19. The procedure shall include:

1. Separation of duties such that the person performing the daily of the counting machine shall not also perform the duties to determine the final numbers;

2. Procedures to be followed in the event unaccounted currency is found in accordance with 205 CMR 138.33(7) and (8); and

3. Procedures governing the use and redemption of both valid and invalid coupons.

(d) A detailed variance and discrepancy procedure to be followed in the event the final count does not balance. The procedure shall include:

1. Identification of the department responsible for reporting the drop to the Bureau and a timeline for when that reporting is due; and

2. The count procedure to be followed in the event the gaming licensee's count machines are not functioning.

3. A detailed schedule of table drop and how often it will be performed, including a procedure for the removal of drop boxes from table games.

(e) A procedure for the storage of unused drop box locks. The procedure shall include:

1. The location where emergency drop boxes will be stored;

2. The location where spare drop boxes will be stored; and

3. Identification of the person or department responsible for replacement and storage of drop box locks.