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GAMING CONTROL ACT 1993 - SECT 131 Functions of inspectors

GAMING CONTROL ACT 1993 - SECT 131

Functions of inspectors

(1)  The functions of inspectors under this Act are as follows:
(a) to supervise operations at approved venues and on the premises of monitoring operators, keno operators, licensed providers, minor gaming operators and persons listed on the Roll, for the purpose of ascertaining whether or not the operator, provider or person listed is complying with the provisions of this Act, the conditions of the licence or permit, and any directions or rules issued by the Commission under this Act;
(b) to supervise the handling and counting of money in a casino;
(c) to receive and investigate complaints, in accordance with section 132 , from patrons relating to the conduct of –
(i) a game, gaming or a gaming activity; or
(ii) authorised games; or
(iii) the sale in Tasmania of tickets in foreign games;
(ca) to inspect gaming equipment used, and any records relating to gaming or the sale in Tasmania of tickets in foreign games kept, for the purpose of ascertaining whether or not this Act, the conditions of a licence or permit or any directions or rules issued by the Commission are being contravened;
(d) to assist in any other manner, where necessary, in the detection of offences committed against this Act;
(e) to report to the Commission as required;
(f) such other functions as are conferred on inspectors under this Act or any other Act.
(2)  Inspectors must not participate in gaming or wager with a licensed provider or a minor gaming operator while on duty other than as required in the course of their employment.
Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.