Gaming Department Manual

1. Game-Specific Money Laundering Risks  

Table Game Vulnerabilities  

Slot Machine Considerations

• Minimal play before large cashout 
• Multiple machines used by same player 
• Coordination between players on adjacent machines 

2. Behavioural Monitoring on Casino Floor 

Suspicious Behaviour Indicators 

Documentation Requirements 

• Incident Reports: Detailed descriptions of suspicious behaviour 
• 5W1H Method: Who, What, When, Where, Why, How 
• Evidence Preservation: CCTV timestamps, witness statements 

3. Chip Transaction Controls  

Chip Dumping Identification 

Definition: Intentional loss of chips to another player to transfer value 

Detection Methods 

• Monitoring bet patterns against basic strategy 
• Tracking chip movement between associated players 
• Analyzing win/loss ratios for abnormalities 

Chip Walking Prevention 

• Supervision of chip transfers between tables 
• Documentation of large chip movements 
• Verification of play before large cashouts 

4. Collusion and Chip Dumping Detection   

Common Collusion Techniques  

• Signal Systems: Hand signals, betting patterns as communication 
• Soft Play: Intentional weak play against accomplices 
• Chip Passing: Physical transfer of chips between collaborators 
• Information Sharing: Sharing knowledge of hidden cards 

Prevention Measures   

• Regular dealer training on detection techniques 
• Surveillance coordination for suspect tables 
• Player behaviour analysis software 
• Table rotation policies for staff 

5. Progressive Jackpot Compliance     

Large Win Protocol 

1. Immediate Verification: Confirm win legitimacy 
2. Customer Identification: Full CDD regardless of amount 
3. Source of Funds: Verify funds used to play 
4. Enhanced Documentation: Complete win package 
5. STR Consideration: Assess for suspicious circumstances