Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 2:35 PM AWST
23/07/2026 2:35 PM AWST
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Operate table games
Operate table games
Unit of competency
National Code
SITHGAM007A
SITHGAM007A
State Code
S6409
S6409
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/04/2012
Field of Education
110199 - Food And Hospitality, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
04/04/2012
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to operate a range of table games in a licensed casino. It requires the ability to open, close and operate the table game by selecting and setting up appropriate equipment, handle chips effectively, reconcile the chip float, monitor the game for irregularities and suspicious play, and work safely and according to enterprise-specific procedures and approved rules of the game.It does not cover the operation and application of rules for specific table games which are covered by a range of specialised units e.g. SITHGAM008A Deal a Baccarat game or SITHGAM009A Conduct a Big Wheel game.Those developing training to support this unit must consult the relevant state or territory gaming licensing authority or regulator to determine accreditation arrangements for training organisations, courses and trainers and assessors.Under some state or territory legislation this is a required occupational licensing unit for those personnel operating in licensed casinos who are required to hold a gaming licence to conduct table games.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Open the table for the game.
- 1.1 Attach drop box to table and place general table game equipment on table.
- 1.2 Select and correctly place approved equipment for particular table game on table.
- 1.3 Open and balance chip float according to approved documentation and enterprise procedures.
- 1.4 Identify and report variances in chip float.
2 Handle chips efficiently and effectively.
- 2.1 Correctly handle chips throughout the operation of the table game according to chip work procedures for clean hands, drop cutting, heeling, sizing, plucking, pencilling and spreading, sorting, stacking and creating dirty stacks.
- 2.2 Use correct chip and stack values when accepting wagers and paying winnings.
- 2.3 Maintain chip float in an orderly manner throughout the operation of table game.
3 Deal with gaming irregularities.
- 3.1 Monitor table gaming activities, identify and deal with irregularities or non-compliance according to enterprise procedures and approved rules of the game.
- 3.2 Recognise emergency and potential emergency situations promptly, and determine and take required actions within scope of individual responsibility and according to security procedures.
4 Monitor gaming activities for suspicious play.
- 4.1 Monitor customer gaming activities and watch for indicators of suspicious play according to enterprise procedures.
- 4.2 Follow enterprise procedures and approved rules for handling instances of suspicious play.
- 4.3 Maintain the integrity of the game according to approved rules of the game.
5 Work at the table safely.
- 5.1 Maintain correct posture and stance at the gaming table throughout operation to avoid injury.
- 5.2 Use correct stretches and exercises at appropriate times according to enterprise OHS requirements.
6 Close the game.
- 6.1 Notify table closure according to approved enterprise rules and procedures.
- 6.2 Reconcile chip float and document the count according to enterprise procedures.
- 6.3 Account for and secure all table gaming equipment according to approved procedures.
layout
plunger
float tray and cover
chips.
Baccarat
Big Wheel
Blackjack
Poker
Pontoon
Rapid Roulette
Roulette
Sic Bo.
cash and value chips
non-value chips
premium chips
non-negotiable chips
promotional tokens.
plunger
float tray and cover
chips.
Baccarat
Big Wheel
Blackjack
Poker
Pontoon
Rapid Roulette
Roulette
Sic Bo.
cash and value chips
non-value chips
premium chips
non-negotiable chips
promotional tokens.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to open, close and operate table games by selecting and setting up equipment for games, handling chips effectively, reconciling the chip float and monitoring the game for irregularities and suspicious play
compliance with enterprise procedures and approved rules for the operation of table games, especially those covering game protection and security issues
operation of table games on multiple occasions to ensure consistency of performance
operation of table game activities across multiple game types to ensure that skills can be efficiently applied to different games
operation of table game activities within typical workplace time constraints.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
operation of table games within a fully equipped table gaming environment using gaming tables, associated equipment and gaming chips
use of current plain English regulatory documents distributed by the local gaming regulatory authority and codes of conduct issued by regulatory authorities or industry groups
access to current enterprise procedures and approved rules for the operation of table games
interaction with table games supervisors
interaction with customer groups of a size and nature that reflect the commercial casino environment in which table games are operated.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess the practical skills and knowledge required to operate table games. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate setting up, operating and closing down table games
evaluation of chip handling and counting exercises
role-plays and problem-solving activities to test reaction to gaming irregularities and suspicious play incidents
written and oral questioning or interview to test knowledge of legislative requirements, contents of enterprise procedures and approved rules, and roles and responsibilities of various staff members in gaming compliance practices
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SITHGAM006A Provide responsible gambling services (in some states or territories the regulatory authority mandates the achievement of this unit for personnel operating table games)
SITXOHS001A Follow health, safety and security procedures.
Assessing employability skills
Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts.
Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role.
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to open, close and operate table games by selecting and setting up equipment for games, handling chips effectively, reconciling the chip float and monitoring the game for irregularities and suspicious play
compliance with enterprise procedures and approved rules for the operation of table games, especially those covering game protection and security issues
operation of table games on multiple occasions to ensure consistency of performance
operation of table game activities across multiple game types to ensure that skills can be efficiently applied to different games
operation of table game activities within typical workplace time constraints.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
operation of table games within a fully equipped table gaming environment using gaming tables, associated equipment and gaming chips
use of current plain English regulatory documents distributed by the local gaming regulatory authority and codes of conduct issued by regulatory authorities or industry groups
access to current enterprise procedures and approved rules for the operation of table games
interaction with table games supervisors
interaction with customer groups of a size and nature that reflect the commercial casino environment in which table games are operated.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess the practical skills and knowledge required to operate table games. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate setting up, operating and closing down table games
evaluation of chip handling and counting exercises
role-plays and problem-solving activities to test reaction to gaming irregularities and suspicious play incidents
written and oral questioning or interview to test knowledge of legislative requirements, contents of enterprise procedures and approved rules, and roles and responsibilities of various staff members in gaming compliance practices
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SITHGAM006A Provide responsible gambling services (in some states or territories the regulatory authority mandates the achievement of this unit for personnel operating table games)
SITXOHS001A Follow health, safety and security procedures.
Assessing employability skills
Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors. How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts.
Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF657 | SITHGAM302 | Operate table games | Unit of competency |
