296 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 12, § 296-12.002

Current through September 17, 2024

Section 296-12.002 - EMPLOYEE TRAINING REGARDING COMPULSIVE GAMBLING ASSISTANCE PLAN

12.002.01 The compulsive gambling assistance plan must be designed with employee training and education as fundamental aspects of a plan. The purpose of the training is to develop awareness of compulsive gambling and to provide resources to assist the employee in handling compulsive gambling issues.

12.002.02 The employee training program must include training and materials on the following topics:

12.002.02A characteristics and symptoms of compulsive gambling behavior;

12.002.02B prevalence of compulsive gambling in the general population;

12.002.02C Comparison of compulsive gambling to other addictions;

12.002.02D social costs of compulsive gambling, such as indebtedness, costs for treatment, suicide, criminal behavior, lost jobs, and counseling for family problems;

12.002.02E identification of vulnerable populations, persons with co-occurring addictions, such as additions to drugs and alcohol;

12.002.02F recommended intervention techniques to be employed where a compulsive gambling problem is identified or suspected; and

12.002.02G assistance and referral programs, including specific resources and training on how to discuss compulsive gambling with a Patron and give advice concerning access to available services.

12.002.03 Training must be conducted as part of the Authorized Gaming Operator's employee hiring process. Certification of such training must be submitted on a form approved by the Commission.

296 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 12, § 296-12.002

Adopted effective 5/16/2022

Amended effective 2/1/2023