205 CMR 138.32
Table Game Drop Boxes, Transport to and from Gaming Tables; Storage Boxes
The system of internal controls submitted bya gaming licensee in accordance with 205 CMR
138.02 shall include:
(a) Specifications related to the material and construction of the drop box and housing as
well as the construction and security of drop carts.
(b) The system of internal controls submitted by a gaming licensee in accordance with
205 CMR 138.02 shall include detailed procedures regarding transport of the drop from the
gaming floor to the count room. These procedures shall include:
1. When the drop will take place;
2. Which department(s) will handle the drop;
3. How many days per week the drop will take place;
4. Which department(s) will be accountable for the drop boxes during pickup from the
gaming floor and be responsible for the verification form;
5. Which department(s) will have keys to access the game table, outside door, and cash
door, and at what time such areas will be accessed;
6. A requirement that the drop team and the count team have separate access keys as
well as a requirement that each include a minimum of two security members;
7. A process governing drop boxes for unopened pits or games;
8. The route that will be taken through the gaming establishment; and
9. A requirement that the boxes be secured during all stages of transport.
(c) The system of internal controls submitted by a gaming licensee in accordance with
205 CMR 138.02 shall include the locations of storage areas for emergencydrop boxes, spare
drop boxes, alternate drop boxes, and full drop boxes, and shall include procedures for the
use of emergency drop boxes.