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Conduct Rapid Baccarat games

Conduct Rapid Baccarat games

Unit of competency
National Code
SITHGAM038
State Code
OEA42
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/10/2022
Field of Education
110101 - Hospitality
Original Release Date
18/10/2022
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to operate the Rapid Baccarat shoe, accept wagers and pay out winnings with a focus on specific game rules.The unit applies to dealers who work in licensed casinos. Dealers work with some supervision and guidance from others within predefined procedures and rules. This unit could also apply to casino personnel who supervise the operation of table games, such as the pit boss and pit manager.Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory gaming regulatory authority to determine accreditation arrangements for training organisations, courses and trainers and assessors.In many states and territories, legislation stipulates that all gaming workers must receive training in the responsible conduct of gambling. This is covered in SITHGAM022 Provide responsible gambling services.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.Under some state or territory legislation, personnel who conduct table games within a licensed casino must also hold an individual or occupational gaming licence and achieve competence in units which cover the conduct of the particular table games they operate. This is one of a suite of units that may have to be achieved to comply with this occupational licence.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Open table.
  • 1.1. Check approved equipment is on the table and in working order and positioned according to organisational rules and procedures.
  • 1.2. Check drop box is attached to table.
  • 1.3. Open and balance chip float according to approved documentation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • 1.4. Identify and report variances in chip float.
  • 1.5. Activate dealer and player terminals.
2. Handle chips efficiently and effectively.
  • 2.1. Handle chips according to chip work procedures.
  • 2.2. Use correct chip and stack values when cashing out customers.
  • 2.3. Maintain chip float in an orderly manner during game operation.
3. Shuffle and cut cards for Rapid Baccarat games.
  • 3.1. Inspect and introduce cards according to game rules and organisational procedures.
  • 3.2. Shuffle cards according to game rules, organisational procedures and variations.
  • 3.3. Cut cards according to game rules and organisational procedures.
4. Operate Rapid Baccarat games.
  • 4.1. Make Rapid Baccarat announcements and hand signals.
  • 4.2. Deal cards according to Rapid Baccarat rules and variations.
  • 4.3. Operate Rapid Baccarat equipment according to design functions and manufacturer instructions.
  • 4.4. Conduct game at appropriate pace according to organisational standards.
5. Accept wagers and pay winnings.
  • 5.1. Accept or refuse permitted wagers according to organisational policies and procedures and variations.
  • 5.2. Determine winning and losing wagers via dealer terminal.
  • 5.3. Confirm winning wagers via dealer terminal.
  • 5.4. Conduct financial transactions according to organisational policies and procedures.
6. Dealing with gaming irregularities.
  • 6.1. Identify and respond to irregularities or malfunctions according to organisational procedures and approved game rules.
  • 6.2. Recognise emergency and potential emergency situations promptly and take required action within scope of individual responsibility and according to security procedures.
7. Monitor gaming activities for suspicious play or behaviour.
  • 7.1. Monitor gaming activity for indicators of suspicious play or behaviour.
  • 7.2. Follow organisational policies and procedures and approved rules for handling suspicious activity.
  • 7.3. Maintain integrity of the game according to the approved rules of the game.
8. Work at the table safely.
  • 8.1. Maintain correct posture and stance at the gaming table during game operation.
  • 8.2. Use correct stretches and exercises at appropriate times according to organisational health and safety requirements.
  • 8.3. Identify indicators where customer verbal or non-verbal behaviour may adversely affect own mental or physical wellbeing and apply organisational procedures in response.
  • 8.4. Ensure microphone is adjusted to correct height and distance.
9. Close table.
  • 9.1. Notify of table closure according to approved organisational rules and procedures.
  • 9.2. Reconcile chip float and document the count according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 9.3. Account for and secure table gaming equipment according to approved procedures.
  • 9.4. Ensure all customers have cashed out.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWR52 SITHGAM019 Conduct Rapid Baccarat games Unit of competency