Modification History
The version details of this endorsed unit of competency set are in the table below. The latest information is at the top.
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1.0 |
E Replaces and is equivalent to SITHGAM012A Deal a Pontoon game. Title changed to reflect need for operation of multiple games. Co-requisite units removed. SITHGAM201 Provide responsible gambling services added as a prerequisite. Minor adjustments to expression of content to streamline and improve unit. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to sort, inspect and shuffle cards, deal the game, accept wagers and pay out winnings with a focus on the specific rules of Pontoon. General table operations covering set up and close down, chip management and game monitoring is covered in the separate unit SITHGAM302 Operate table games.
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.
Application of the Unit
This 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.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
In many States and Territories, legislation stipulates that all gaming workers must receive training in the responsible conduct of gambling. This content is addressed in SITHGAM201 Provide responsible gambling services.
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 their occupational licence.
Pre-Requisites
This unit must be assessed after the following prerequisite unit: |
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SITHGAM201 |
Provide responsible gambling services |
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
1. Shuffle and cut cards for Pontoon games. |
1.1 Check positioning of approved equipment on the table. 1.2 Sort, inspect and introduce cards according to game rules. 1.3 Shuffle cards according to game rules and variations . 1.4 Cut cards according to game rules. |
2. Deal Pontoon games. |
2.1 Make Pontoon announcements and hand signals. 2.2 Deal cards according to game rules and variations. 2.3 Deal game at appropriate pace according to organisational standards. |
3. Accept wagers and pay winnings. |
3.1 Accept or refuse permitted wagers according to organisational procedures and variations. 3.2 Determine winning and losing wagers. 3.3 Pay and witness winnings according to organisational procedures. 3.4 Conduct financial transactions according to organisational procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure use of:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
The assessor should design integrated assessment activities to holistically assess this unit with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role, for example:
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Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Equipment may include: |
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Variations may involve: |
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Financial transactions may involve: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Hospitality
Competency Field
Gaming