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**NATIONAL INDIAN GAMING COMMISSION**

**TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TRAINING CATALOG**

**PHILIP N. HOGEN, CHAIRMAN**

**NORMAN H. DESROSIERS, VICE-CHAIRMAN**

September 17, 2008

**TABLE OF CONTENTS**

> Introduction
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Course Numbering
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Region Directors
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8

**Enforcement Division**
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E101 An Introduction to the NIGC
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E102 Tribal Background Investigations and Licensing (TBIS) .......11

E103 Tribal Gaming Commissioners -- Duties and Responsibilities

(TGC)
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12

E104 Basic
IGRA.........................................................\... 13

E105 Surveillance
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E201 Slot Machine Compliance .......................................\...
15

**Audit Division**
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A101 Value of Internal Control Systems
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A102 Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) An Overview\...18

A103
Keno...................................................................
19

A104 IT Department -- The
Basics..............................\...........20

A105 Performance
Auditing.............................................\...21

A106 Agreed Upon Procedures Report -- An Overview................22

A107 Financial
Statements..............................\....................23

A201 Bingo, Pull-Tabs & Card Games (non-electronic)............\...24

A202
Comps................................................................25

A203
Pari-Mutuel...........................................................26

A204 Gaming
Machines..................................................\...27

A205 Drop and
Count....................................................\... 28

A206 Accounting
Standards................................................29

A207
Cage....................................................................30

A208
Credit..................\..................................................31

A209 Table
Games...........................................................32

A210 The MICS and
Beyond...............................................33

A211 Server Based/Server Assisted/Remote Games....................34

A212 Statistical Tracking of Game Performance.........\...............35

A213 NIGC Fees Calculation..............................................
36

A214 Internal Audit
Function..............................................37

A215 Liquidity and the Bankroll
Test..................\...................38

**Office of General Counsel**
...........................\..................\... 39

OGC101 Eligibility of Land for IGRA Gaming .........................40

OGC102 Identifying Potential IGRA Violations .....................\...
41

OGC103 Class II Technical Standards .................\..................
42

OGC104 Self-Regulation of Class II Gaming: Approval

Requirements, Process and Benefits......................................
43

OGC105 Federal/State/Tribal Regulations ..............................
44

OGC106 Game Classification .............................................
45

OGC107 Ethics
.......................................................\........46

OGC109 Drafting and Submitting a Tribal Gaming Ordinance.......47

OGC110 Prerequisites to Conduct Gaming ...........................\...48

OGC112 Practical Application to Privacy Act Matters...\............ 49

OGC113 Appeals Before the Commission .........\.....................50

OGC114 Other Gaming Laws ............................................ 51

OGC202 Identifying Potential IGRA Violations .....................\...
52

OGC203 Class II Technical Standards .................\..................
53

OGC205 Federal/State/Tribal Regulations ..............................
54

OGC206 Game Classification .............................................
55

OGC207 Ethics
.......................................................\........56

> OGC208 Responding to Potential and Actual NIGC Enforcement Actions
> ....................................\...................................
> 57

OGC211 Management Contracts and Sole Proprietary Interest......58

OGC214 Other Gaming Laws ............................................ 59

**Contracts Division**
........................................................ 60

C101 Management Contract Requirements ........................\...\...
61

C102 Management Contractor Background Investigations......\...... 62

C103 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Basics ............ 63

C104 Environmental, Public Health and Safety (EPHS) ............ 64

**Technical Assistance
Division**.......................................\..... 65

Appendix
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**INTRODUCTION**

The NIGC will continue to provide technical assistance to tribes to
ensure compliance with IGRA and to improve the functioning of their
gaming operations and regulatory authorities. Technical assistance can
be formal or informal.  It can be in the form of oral advice, written
advisory opinions, bulletins, training, compliance reviews and an
assortment of other forms that meet the needs of the tribes.

This technical assistance training catalog contains a list of courses
the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) currently provides. This
training is available free of charge to tribal leaders, tribal gaming
commissions, regulatory or compliance officials, or anyone selected by
your tribe to attend. The instructors will be from within the NIGC or
other federal agencies, or the private sector and will be experienced
and knowledgeable in regard to the subject matter they teach. Their
experience and knowledge has been obtained through day-to-day
interaction with compliance and regulatory issues.

Technical assistance training topics are divided by NIGC divisions:
Enforcement, Audits, Contracts and the Office of General Counsel. If you
have a technical assistance training request that is not listed, please
contact the Region Director of your region or the Director of Training
to discuss and coordinate.

The technical assistance training topics listed in this catalog are not
by any means all inclusive. Therefore, we would like to hear from you
concerning the type of technical assistance training you desire. (See
**Appendix A** for submission of your Training Request by letter to the
Region Director in your region or the Director of Training.) We will
also be adding new trainings as the need arises and resources become
available. For further information or announcements on training not
listed in this catalog please visit the NIGC website at
[www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/) under Technical Assistance
Training. In the meantime, the Chairman, Commissioners, and the Staff of
the National Indian Gaming Commission hope you will look through this
catalog and find something that will be useful to you and your gaming
operation.

**Course Numbering**

All courses numbered 100 are basic classes designed to give an overview
of the subject to persons new to the gaming industry.

All courses numbered 200 are advanced classes designed to give technical
assistance to those with more experience in the gaming industry.

All courses with an (E) are sponsored or taught by the Enforcement
Division.

All courses listed with an (A) are sponsored or taught by the Audit
Division.

All courses listed with (OGC) are sponsored or taught by the Office of
General Counsel.

All courses listed with (C) are sponsored or taught by the Contracts
Division.

**REGION DIRECTORS**

**Region I -- Portland** Mark Phillips, Region Director

Solomon Building

620 SW Main Street, Suite 212

Portland, OR 97205

Phone: (503) 326-5095

Fax: (503) 326-5092

**Region II -- Sacramento** Eric Schalansky, Region Director

801 I Street, Suite 489

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone: (916) 414-2300

Fax: (916) 414-2310

**Region III -- Phoenix** Ken Billingsley, Region Director

Security Title Plaza

3636 N. Central Ave., Suite 880

Phoenix, AZ 85012

Phone: (602) 640-2951

Fax: (602) 640-2952

**Region IV -- St. Paul** John Peterson, Region Director

190 E. 5^th^ Street, Suite 170

St. Paul, MN 55101

Phone: (651) 290-4004

Fax: (651) 290-4006

Effective November 3, 2008, the mailing address for the St. Paul office
will be

380 Jefferson Street, Suite 420

St. Paul, MN 55101

**Region V -- Tulsa** Tim Harper, Region Director

224 S. Boulder, Room 301

Tulsa, OK 74103

Phone: (918) 581-7924

Fax: (918) 581-7933

**Region VI -- Washington, D.C.** Cindy Altimus, Region Director

1441 L Street, N.W., Suite 9100

Washington, D.C., 20005

Phone: (202) 632-7003

Fax: (202) 632-7066

**ENFORCEMENT DIVISION**

**[E101 An Introduction to the National Indian Gaming
Commission]{.underline}**

This one-hour course provides an overview of the National Indian Gaming
Commission, the structure of the Commission, and the responsibilities of
each Division within the organization. Recommended attendees include
tribal councils and civic groups.

**Instructors:** Region Senior Staff

**Frequency:** Upon Request

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[E102 Tribal Background Investigations & Licensing
(TBIS)]{.underline}**

This 4-hour course is offered to gaming commissioners, background
investigators and other licensing staff covering those sections of IGRA
related to the background investigation and licensing processes of key
employees and primary management officials. Class size will vary.

**Instructors:** NIGC Region Field Investigation staff. Usually only one

FI is needed.

**Frequency:** As requested.

**Training Materials:** Pertinent sections of IGRA and NIGC Bulletins in
hard copy

NIGC website information

Review of NIGC Regulations Example of FBI CHRI record

Name Search form

PowerPoint programs

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[E103 Tribal Gaming Commissioners -- Duties and Responsibilities
(TGC)]{.underline}**

The 8-hour, one-day course is designed to instruct gaming commissioners
(and prospective commissioners) on commission duties and
responsibilities including the role of ethics, auditing, internal
control standards, file security, background investigation and licensing
per IGRA. The course will also focus on the relationships between the
commission and the tribal council, casino management, auditing staff,
local criminal justice agencies and the NIGC.

Tribal Council members and other tribal government officials and casino
management are highly encouraged to attend together in order for the
government officials to fully understand the authority placed in the
gaming commissioners and to promote successful working relationships
between all entities in a tribal gaming operation.

*We recommend the course be presented to one tribe at a time due to the
sensitive nature of information discussed regarding ethics and
investigations. This will allow a freer exchange of ideas and
identification of potential problem areas.*

**Instructors:** NIGC Region Field Investigation staff.

**Frequency:** Upon Request

**Training Materials:** NIGC Model Gaming Ordinance

IGRA

> IGRA Regulations associated with compliance, audits
>
> and authority

NIGC Bulletins

Published articles

PowerPoint lesson plans

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[E104 Basic IGRA]{.underline}**

A 2-hour presentation provides an overview of the Indian Gaming
Regulatory Act to tribal governments, regulators and gaming employees.
Critical elements of the Act are isolated and discussed with an emphasis
on elements which require action on the part of the participants.
Recommended attendees include tribal governments, regulators and gaming
employees.

**Instructors:** NIGC Region Staff or Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** Upon request or as needed.

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training
>
> Letters to the tribes

**[E105 SURVEILLANCE]{.underline}**

A 4-8-hour block of instruction presented to gaming commissioners,
compliance officers, surveillance officers, surveillance managers, and
operators. This instruction will review surveillance requirements in a
gaming environment. The instruction will also cover the MICS
surveillance checklist.

**Instructors:** NIGC Region Staff

**Frequency:** Upon Request

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint and handouts

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training
>
> Letters to the tribes or e-mail

**[E201 A Slot Machine Compliance (SMC)]{.underline}**

A four-day course which provides hands-on instruction and training
designed to familiarize tribal gaming commissioners, compliance officers
and other regulatory personnel with the routine operation and compliance
issues of slot machines. A gaming machine manufacturer under contract
with the NIGC provides expert training officers as the primary
instructors. The instruction will include machine overview and component
identification, game operation, information resources (game
certification letters, PAR sheets and service manuals), pay tables, pay
table verification, logic components, game optioning, key chip
procedures and hopper reconciliation.

**Instructors:** Gaming machine manufacturer employees

**Frequency:** Pre-set dates by Region

**Training Materials:** On-site, current models of slot machines

Manuals on each type of machine

MICS sections pertaining to slot machines

Surveillance video segments on slot machine crimes

Power Point as needed by the contract personnel

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training
>
> Class is limited to (12). First come/first served basis.

**AUDIT DIVISION**

**[A101 Value of Internal Control Systems]{.underline}**

The potential risks presented by various gaming operation processes must
be periodically evaluated to ensure that the controls continue to be
effective. Learn the basic goals of internal controls, which are
generally defined as providing reasonable assurance that the
organization is utilizing resources effectively and efficiently,
financial data is reliable and there is compliance with applicable laws
and regulations. Learn how to institute effective internal controls
including, a brief introduction of the Committee to Supporting
Organization's (COSO) integrated internal control framework. Emphasis
will be on understanding the purpose of internal controls and what is
necessary for the systems to be effective.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller

and persons seeking to gain an overall understanding of the need for
strong internal controls.

**Professional Experience Level:** No prior gaming or accounting
experience required.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 1-hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A102 Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) -- An
Overview]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the risks associated with critical processes of
a gaming environment through a discussion of the NIGC Minimum Internal
Control Standards (MICS). An overview and history of the MICS will be
explained. Emphasis is on practical review of the MICS applicability,
timelines, submission requirements, and overall structure.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller and persons seeking to gain an overall
understanding of the need for strong internal controls.

**Professional Experience Level:** No prior gaming or accounting
experience required.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 1- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A103 Keno]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as it applies keno. The training will discuss such
standards as keno game play standards, equipment, promotional payouts,
auditing and statistical report requirements. Emphasis is on
understanding the purpose of the keno minimum internal controls.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller, and persons seeking to gain an understanding of
NIGC keno standards.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and an excellent understanding of the gaming floor process.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 2- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A104 IT Department -- The Basics]{.underline}**

The IT Department's standing within the organizational chart has grown
significantly over the past several years and has become an integral
component of the gaming activity. No longer is IT simply monitoring and
tracking financial data, it is now directly involved in the
determination of gaming outcomes and accounting for gaming related
transactions. Emphasis will be on a discussion of the growing importance
of the IT Department

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller and persons seeking to gain an overall
understanding of the need for strong internal controls.

**Professional Experience Level:** No prior gaming or accounting
experience required.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 1-hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A105 Performance Auditing]{.underline}**

A performance audit analyzes and defines areas of improvement for the
development of future processes and systems; it assesses whether the
entity is achieving economy, efficiency and effectiveness in the
employment of available resources. Gain an understanding of performance
auditing through a discussion of the benefits to the gaming operation
associated with conducting this type of audit.

**Who Should Attend:** Tribal Council, Gaming Commissioners, Enterprise
(Gaming) Board, Gaming Operation Management and persons seeking to gain
an overall appreciation for the benefits of the audit function.

**Professional Experience Level:** No prior gaming or accounting
experience required.

**Instructors:** Auditor

**Duration:** 2-hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A106 Agreed Upon Procedures Report -- An Overview]{.underline}**

Lecture will discuss the benefits of engaging an independent Certified
Public Accountant (CPA) to annually evaluate the system of internal
controls. Learn the NIGC recommended scope of responsibilities of the
CPA in the performance of an Agreed-Upon Procedures engagement.
Suggested criteria for reliance on Internal Audit will also be
discussed, as well as the difference between the Agreed-Upon Procedures
report stipulated in the MICS and a management letter. Emphasis is on
gaining an understanding of the nature and purpose of the independent
evaluation of the gaming operation's internal control systems.

**Who Should Attend:** Tribal Council, Gaming Commissioners, Enterprise
(Gaming) Board, Gaming Operation Management/Controller, Auditors and
persons seeking to gain an overall understanding of how the Agreed-Upon
Procedures report can benefit the gaming operation.

**Professional Experience Level:** No prior gaming or accounting
experience required.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 1-hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A107 Financial Statements 101]{.underline}**

Financial statements provide information on the general health of your
gaming operation. Gain an understanding of why the financial statements
are important to the organization and how the reporting requirements of
SAS 112 may better satisfy your expectations. Emphasis will be on the
benefits provided by being able to understand the information contained
in the financial statements.

**Who Should Attend:** Tribal Council, Gaming Commissioners, Enterprise
(Gaming) Board, Gaming Operation Management/Controller, Auditors and
persons seeking to gain a general understanding of the financial
statements.

**Professional Experience Level:** No prior gaming or accounting
experience required.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 1- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A201 Bingo, Pull-Tabs and Card Games (non-electronic)]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as it applies to bingo, pull-tabs and card games. The
training will discuss such standards as bingo game play standards,
bingo/pull-tab/card game equipment, bingo/pull-tab/card game inventory,
accountability and statistical report requirements. Emphasis is on
understanding the purpose of the bingo, pull-tabs and card games minimum
internal controls.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller, and persons seeking to gain an understanding of
NIGC minimum internal control requirements for bingo, pull-tabs and card
games.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and an excellent understanding of the gaming floor process.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 3 - hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A202 Comps]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as it applies to complimentary services or items. The
training will discuss such standards as tracking complimentary services
and items and accounting/auditing requirements. NIGC's definition of a
complimentary service or item will also be discussed. Emphasis is on
understanding the purpose of the complimentary services and items
internal controls.

> **Who Should Attend:** Gaming Operation Management/Controller,
> accounting professionals and person seeking to gain an understanding
> of NIGC comp standards.
>
> **Professional Experience Level:** Accountant or equivalent
> education/training well experienced in gaming internal control
> systems.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 2- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A203 Pari-Mutuel]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as it applies to pari-mutuel. The training will
discuss such standards as betting ticket/equipment, payout, checkout,
accounting/auditing and computer report requirements. Emphasis is on
understanding the purpose of the pari-mutuel minimum internal controls.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller, and persons seeking to gain an understanding of
NIGC Pari-Mutuel standards.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and an excellent understanding of the pari-mutuel process.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 2 - hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A204 Gaming Machines]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as it applies to gaming machines. The training will
discuss such standards as fills/short pays/accumulated credit payouts,
progressive machines, meters, cash-out tickets, accounting/auditing and
player tracking requirements. Emphasis is on understanding the purpose
of the gaming machine minimum internal controls.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller, and persons seeking to gain an understanding of
NIGC gaming machine standards.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and an excellent understanding of the gaming floor process.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 4 -- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A205 Drop and Count]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as it applies to drop and count of gaming machines,
table games and card games. The training will discuss such standards as
room requirements, staffing requirements, keys and room access
standards. Emphasis is on understanding the purpose of the drop and
count minimum internal controls.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller and persons seeking to gain an overall
understanding of the need for a strong drop and count process.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and an excellent understanding of the gaming floor process.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 4- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A206 Accounting Standards]{.underline}**

Training will address the computation of gross gaming revenue, which
varies by revenue center and can be complex. Learn the calculation of
gross gaming revenue for table games, gaming machines, and other revenue
centers. The second half of the presentation will discuss administrative
and accounting procedures for the purpose of effective controls over the
organizations fiscal affairs.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Operation Management/Controller,
accounting professionals and persons seeking to gain an understanding of
NIGC accounting standards.

**Professional Experience Level:** Accountant or equivalent
education/training well experienced in accounting systems for a gaming
environment.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 4- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A207 Cage]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as it applies to the cage. The training will discuss
such standards as personal checks, cashier\'s checks, payroll checks,
and counter checks cage/vault accountability and accounting/auditing
requirements. Emphasis is on understanding the internal controls that
help to maintain the integrity of the casino's assets.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation
Management/Controller and persons seeking to gain an overall
understanding of the need for a strong cage process.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and experienced in the cage process.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 2 - hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A208 Credit]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as they apply to credit. The training will discuss
such standards as payment, maintenance of credit documentation,
write-off and settlement, collection and accounting/auditing
requirements. Emphasis is on understanding the internal controls that
help to maintain the integrity of the casino's assets.

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Operation Management/Controller,
accounting professionals and persons seeking to gain an understanding of
NIGC accounting standards.

**Professional Experience Level:** Accountant or equivalent
education/training well experienced in accounting systems for a gaming
environment.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 2 - hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A209 Table Games]{.underline}**

Gain an understanding of the requirements of the minimum internal
control standards as they apply to Table Games. The training will
discuss the internal control standards such as table fill/credit, card
and dice, accounting/auditing table games and marker credit play
requirements. Emphasis is on the importance of understanding the minimum
internal controls of Table Games .

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Commissioners, Gaming Operation Management
and persons responsible for the integrity of the game.

**Professional Experience Level:** Excellent understanding of table
games.

**Instructor:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 4 -- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A210 The MICS and Beyond]{.underline}**

In today's gaming environment there is the growing need to access
information systems from anywhere at any time. Gain an understanding of
the vulnerabilities associated with information technology and relevant
NIGC minimum internal control standards. Emphasis is on the importance
of understanding the internal controls of information technology .

**Who Should Attend:** Information technology professionals and persons
responsible for facilitating the communication expectations between
customers, vendors and employees.

**Professional Experience Level:** IT professional well-experienced in
gaming IT programs and applications.

**Instructors:** IT Field Auditor

**Duration:** 4- hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A211 Server Based/Server Assisted/Remote Games]{.underline}**

With advances in technologies in the gaming environment, identification
of the risks associated with technological change is essential. Lecture
will provide an understanding of the risks associated with server
based/server assisted/ remote games. Emphasis is on the importance of
understanding the internal controls of Server Based/Server
Assisted/Remote Games.

**Who Should Attend:** Information technology professionals, casino
management and persons responsible for facilitating the communication
expectations between customers, vendors and employees and those
responsible for ensuring the integrity of the games.

**Professional Experience Level:** IT professional well-experienced in
gaming IT programs and applications or equivalent education/training,
well experienced in gaming internal control systems.

**Instructors:** IT Field Auditor

**Duration:** 4 - hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A212 Statistical Tracking of Game Performance]{.underline}**

Frauds often occur as a result of poor internal controls or management
override of internal controls. Understand the purpose of analyzing
statistical reports. Learn how to compute the adjustment in the
theoretical hold percentage for multi-game/multi-denominational machines
in the gaming machine statistical report to a weighted average based
upon the ratio of coin-in for each payable. Emphasis is on expanding
knowledge necessary to compute multi-game/multi-denominational
adjustment and the analysis of monthly gaming reports.

**Who Should Attend:** This training is a must for anyone charged with
the responsibility of producing the statistical reports and performing
the investigation of unacceptable deviations.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and an excellent understanding of casino games.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 4-hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A213 NIGC Fee Calculation]{.underline}**

Each gaming operation under the jurisdiction of the NIGC is required to
make quarterly fee payments to the NIGC. The lecture will address the
calculation of the fees. Discussions will include the reconciliation of
the fee payments to the audited financial statements. Emphasis is on
providing practical knowledge necessary to complete the NIGC recommended
*Worksheet for Computing and Reporting Annual Fees Payable to the NIGC.*

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Operation Management/Controller and
persons seeking to gain an understanding of how the NIGC fee is
calculated. This training is a must for anyone charged with the
responsibility of performing the computation.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and experienced in completing the NIGC fee worksheet.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 2-hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A214 Internal Audit Function]{.underline}**

Gain an appreciation of the role of internal audit by understanding the
professional standards that guide the internal audit profession,
including the NIGC internal audit guidelines. Become familiar with the
independence and reporting requirements of the profession and the
characteristics of an audit program and report of findings. Emphasis
will be on providing guidance on what is necessary for an organization
to have an effective internal audit process. Sample audit documents will
be provided.

**Who Should Attend:** Internal/Compliance Auditors, Tribal Gaming
Regulatory Authority accounting professionals and other persons
responsible for ensuring the effective use and management of audit
resources.

**Professional Experience Level:** Accountant or equivalent
education/training with limited experience in the Internal Audit
function.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 2-hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[A215 Liquidity and the Bankroll Test]{.underline}**

The minimum bankroll formula is intended to ensure gaming operations
maintain cash or cash equivalents in an amount sufficient to satisfy
obligations to their customers as incurred. The calculation of the
revised NIGC minimum bankroll formula will be explained in detail.
Emphasis is on providing practical knowledge necessary to complete the
recommended *National Indian Gaming Commission Minimum Bankroll
Verification.*

**Who Should Attend:** Gaming Operation Management/Controller and
persons seeking to gain an understanding of how the minimum bankroll
formula is calculated. This training is a must for anyone charged with
the responsibility of performing the computations.

**Professional Experience Level:** General understanding of accounting
and experienced in the management of the gaming operation's bankroll.

**Instructors:** Field Auditor

**Duration:** 2-hour presentation

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL**

**[OGC101 Eligibility of Land for IGRA Gaming]{.underline}**

A 1-2 hour course offered to gaming commissioners and tribal leaders.
The course will be in two parts. The first part will explain what
constitutes Indian lands under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA)
and which Indian lands are eligible for gaming. The second part will
explain the documentation necessary to prove that land qualifies for
IGRA gaming. Questions from participants regarding specific situations
will be addressed. The class will explain how to use prior agency Indian
land opinions and federal court cases for guidance and how to request an
Indian lands opinion. Maximum class size should not exceed ten persons.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** Upon request.

**Training Materials:** Directions to NIGC website

PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Other materials as needed when reliance upon a specific

Indian lands exception is known in advance

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC102 Identifying Potential IGRA Violations]{.underline}**

A course to help tribal gaming commissions identify potential violations
of the IGRA. This course can be tailored to fit specific needs. Topics
of focus can include the following violations: Class III gaming without
an approved compact; managing without an approved contract; net revenue
uses, including violations of existing revenue allocation plans or net
revenue allocation to members without the benefit of a revenue
allocation plan; sole proprietary interest; MICS; background
investigations; and audit and fee submissions. Ample time for questions.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel staff attorney, NIGC
Field

Auditors and/or NIGC Field Investigators

**Frequency:** Annually

**Length:** This course can be tailored to fit specific needs. A ½ day,

full day, or two day course is offered, depending on the

subject areas of interest. Please contact the Office of General

Counsel to discuss.

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Sample Notices of Violation/Closure Orders

Sample Document Requests

Sample Subpoenas

Sample R Contract letters

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

For a more advanced session, see [OGC202 Identifying Potential IGRA
Violations.]{.underline}

**[OGC103 Class II Technical Standards]{.underline}**

A 90 minute to 2 hour course offered to gaming commissioners and casino
managers. The course will focus on the meaning and implementation of the
new 25 C.F.R. Part 547, Class II technical standards. Particular
attention will be paid to 1) reviewing novel terminology and mapping it
to current practice, 2) reviewing the technology submission and
certification process and other procedural requirement, and 3)
significant technical issues and requirements. Maximum class size should
not exceed forty persons.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** Annually or semi-annually.

**Training Materials:** 25 C.F.R. Part 547

PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Other materials as they become available

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

For a more advanced session, see [OGC203 Class II Technical
Standards.]{.underline}

**[OGC104 Self Regulation of Class II Gaming: Approval Requirements,
Process and Benefits]{.underline}**

A course on the requirements for certification of self regulation of
Class II gaming is currently offered to tribal gaming commissions. The
course will explain the self regulation certification process, including
submission requirements, criteria for obtaining a certificate, the NIGC
audit that would be performed, reporting requirements, and circumstances
that may cause removal of the certificate. The benefits of a certificate
of self regulation will be discussed. Ample time for questions.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel staff attorney, NIGC
Field

Auditors and NIGC Field Investigators

**Frequency:** Annually

**Length:** 2-hours

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Copy of NIGC regulations, 25 C.F.R. Part 518

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC105 Federal/State/Tribal Regulations]{.underline}**

A 1-2 hour course (depending on the number of speakers) offered to
gaming commissioners. The course may be taught as a one hour, one
speaker event or a two hour event involving a three person panel
(schedules of speakers permitting). The course will focus on the role of
each sovereign and how all three can coordinate most effectively on
issues that concern us all. The course will deal with issues of joint
jurisdiction, the roles and duties of the NIGC versus the Department of
the Interior, and other concerns. Examples of coordinated efforts and
suggestions for improvement will be provided. Maximum class size should
not exceed 20 persons.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel. If a panel discussion
is

feasible, OGC will invite state and tribal Attorney Generals

to participate as a panel discussion

**Frequency:** Annually or semi-annually.

**Training Materials:** Directions to NIGC website

PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Other materials as they become available

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

For more advanced session, see [OGC205 Federal/State/Tribal
Regulations.]{.underline}

**[OGC106 Game Classification]{.underline}**

A 4-hour course is currently being offered to gaming commissioners
covering the section of IGRA and NIGC regulations related to determining
whether a game qualifies as Class II. Instruction will be given in the
procedures for machine certification as well as how to analyze the
machine internally. Class size will vary from 12 -- 20.

**Instructors:** Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** As requested.

**Training Materials:** Pertinent sections of IGRA and NIGC regulations

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

For a more advanced session, see [OGC206 Game
Classification.]{.underline}

**[OGC107 Ethics]{.underline}**

A 1-hour course is currently being offered to gaming commissioners and
commission staff. Gaming commissioners and gaming commission staff are
responsible for ensuring that integrity of the tribe's gaming activity
as well as the security of all gaming assets. As such, gaming
commissioners and gaming commission employees should adhere to a high
standard of ethical conduct. The course will focus on the various
ethical issues that gaming commissioners and commission staff typically
encounter such as conflicts of interest, acceptance of gifts, bribery,
and maintaining gaming commission independence.

**Instructors:** Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** Upon request

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

For a more advanced session, see [OGC207 Ethics.]{.underline}

**[OGC109 Drafting and Submitting a Tribal Gaming
Ordinance]{.underline}**

A 2-hour course offered to interested tribal representatives covering
the various sections of IGRA and NIGC regulations as they relate to the
contents and submission of a gaming ordinance for the NIGC Chairman's
approval. The course offers suggestions and recommendations for avoiding
potential roadblocks to approval when drafting and submitting an
ordinance to the NIGC. Class size will vary from one to a maximum of 12.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel Staff

**Frequency:** As requested.

**Training Materials:** Pertinent sections of IGRA and NIGC regulations

Applicable NIGC Bulletins

NIGC Model Gaming Ordinance

NIGC Office of General Counsel's Ordinance Review

Checklist

Contact information for the appropriate NIGC staff to help

the Tribe with the ordinance process

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC110 Prerequisites to Conduct Gaming]{.underline}**

A one hour overview course offered to tribal councils, gaming
commissioners and others seeking a basic explanation of what tribes must
do before they can start gaming under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.
It will be followed by a question and answer period designed to address
participant's specific questions.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel and NIGC Region

Field Investigation Staff

**Frequency:** As needed

**Training Materials:** Outline and/or PowerPoint

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

At specific request of tribes or communities seeking this information

**[OGC112 Practical Application to Privacy Act Matters]{.underline}**

A 1-hour course offered to gaming commissioners, background
investigators and other licensing staff covering NIGC regulations
allowing for the release of information on individuals and corporations
contained in the NIGC systems of records. Class size will vary from 10
-- 20.

**Instructors:** Office of General Counsel, Privacy Act Officer

**Frequency:** As requested.

**Training Materials:** List of NIGC systems of records

NIGC Routine Use Regulations

Privacy Act

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC113 Appeals Before the Commission]{.underline}**

A 1-hour course offered to gaming commissioners, management contractors,
tribal officials, and any other parties who may contemplate appealing a
decision on either a tribal gaming ordinance, a management contract, the
issuance of a Notice of Violation, Civil Fine Assessment or an Order for
Temporary Closure. This session will discuss which decisions are
appealable, as well as the deadlines and substance of appeals before the
Commission. Class size will vary from one to maximum of 12.

**Instructors:** Office of General Counsel Staff, typically only one

attorney is needed

**Frequency:** As requested.

**Training Materials:** Sample appeals on various types of actions

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC114 Other Gaming Laws]{.underline}**

A 1-hour course offered to gaming commissioners. The course will focus
on the laws other than IGRA that may be relevant to or impact gaming
operations. The course will outline the gaming laws and explain the
provision(s) relevant to the gaming operations. Copies of the other
gaming laws will be provided, either in full or in part to further the
discussion.

**Instructors:** Office of General Counsel, Chief of Staff

**Frequency:** Annually.

**Training Materials:** Directions to NIGC website

PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Copies of laws or relevant provisions

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

For a more advanced session, see [OGC214 Other Gaming Laws]{.underline}

**[OGC202 Identifying Potential IGRA Violations]{.underline}**

An advanced course to help tribal gaming commissions identify potential
violations of the IGRA. This course can be tailored to fit specific
needs. Topics of focus can include the following violations: Class III
gaming without an approved compact; managing without an approved
contract; net revenue uses, including violations of existing revenue
allocation plans or net revenue allocation to members without the
benefit of a revenue allocation plan; sole proprietary interest; MICS;
background investigations; and audit and fee submissions. Ample time for
questions.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel staff attorney, NIGC
Field

Auditors and/or NIGC Field Investigators

**Frequency:** Annually

**Length:** This course can be tailored to fit specific needs. A ½ day,

full day, or two day course is offered, depending on the

subject areas of interest. Please contact the Office of General

Counsel to discuss.

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Sample Notices of Violation/Closure Orders

Sample Document Requests

Sample Subpoenas

Sample R Contract letters

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC203 Class II Technical Standards]{.underline}**

A 90 minute to 2 hour advanced course offered to gaming commissioners
and casino managers. The course will focus on the meaning and
implementation of the new 25 C.F.R. Part 547, Class II technical
standards. Particular attention will be paid to 1) reviewing novel
terminology and mapping it to current practice, 2) reviewing the
technology submission and certification process and other procedural
requirement, and 3) significant technical issues and requirements.
Maximum class size should not exceed forty persons.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** Annually or semi-annually.

**Training Materials:** 25 C.F.R. Part 547

PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Other materials as they become available

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC205 Federal/State/Tribal Regulations]{.underline}**

A 1-2 hour advanced course (depending on the number of speakers) offered
to gaming commissioners. The course may be taught as a one hour, one
speaker event or a two hour event involving a three person panel
(schedules of speakers permitting). The course will focus on the role of
each sovereign and how all three can coordinate most effectively on
issues that concern us all. The course will deal with issues of joint
jurisdiction, the roles and duties of the NIGC versus the Department of
the Interior, and other concerns. Examples of coordinated efforts and
suggestions for improvement will be provided. Maximum class size should
not exceed 20 persons.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel. If a panel discussion
is

feasible, OGC will invite state and tribal Attorney Generals

to participate as a panel discussion

**Frequency:** Annually or semi-annually.

**Training Materials:** Directions to NIGC website

PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Other materials as they become available

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC206 Game Classification]{.underline}**

A 4-hour advanced course is currently being offered to gaming
commissioners covering the section of IGRA and NIGC regulations related
to determining whether a game qualifies as Class II. Instruction will be
given in the procedures for machine certification as well as how to
analyze the machine internally. Class size will vary from 12 -- 20.

**Instructors:** Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** As requested.

**Training Materials:** Pertinent sections of IGRA and NIGC regulations

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC207 Ethics]{.underline}**

A 1-hour advanced course is currently being offered to gaming
commissioners and commission staff. Gaming commissioners and gaming
commission staff are responsible for ensuring that integrity of the
tribe's gaming activity as well as the security of all gaming assets. As
such, gaming commissioners and gaming commission employees should adhere
to a high standard of ethical conduct. The course will focus on the
various ethical issues that gaming commissioners and commission staff
typically encounter such as conflicts of interest, acceptance of gifts,
bribery, and maintaining gaming commission independence.

**Instructors:** Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** Upon request

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC208 Responding to Potential and Actual NIGC Enforcement
Actions]{.underline}**

A 1 to 2 hour course offered to tribal attorneys, outside counsel,
gaming commissioners, and tribal leaders covering how tribes may respond
to IGRA compliance issues that may lead (or have led) to an enforcement
action from the NIGC. Topics include how and by whom enforcement
decisions are made at the NIGC; the various enforcement tools that the
NIGC may employ to correct IGRA violations; the procedural mechanisms
available to tribes to respond to each enforcement tool that NIGC may
employ, including opportunities for appeal; and recommendations for
reaching an amicable resolution of the enforcement action.

**Instructors:** Attorneys from the NIGC Office of General Counsel

**Frequency:** As requested.

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint slides in hard copy format

NIGC website tour

> **Notice of Training to Tribes:** Via NIGC website
> [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical Assistance Training

**[OGC211 Management Contracts and Sole Proprietary
Interest]{.underline}**

A 1-hour course offered to tribal officials, attorneys, gaming
commissioners, and other interested parties to address what constitutes
a management contract and the mandate of the Indian Gaming Regulatory
Act, 25 U.S.C. §2710 (b)(2)(A), that Tribes have the sole proprietary
interest in their gaming activity. Topics will include: distinguishing
between a management contract and other contracts; the consequences of
failing to have a management contract reviewed and approved by the NIGC
Chairman; and the legal basis and understanding of proprietary interest.
Class size will vary from 12 -- 20.

**Instructors:** NIGC Office of General Counsel Attorneys

**Frequency:** As requested.

**Training Materials:** Pertinent sections of IGRA and NIGC regulations

NIGC Bulletin No. 1994-5

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[OGC214 Other Gaming Laws]{.underline}**

A 1-hour advanced course offered to gaming commissioners. The course
will focus on the laws other than IGRA that may be relevant to or impact
gaming operations. The course will outline the gaming laws and explain
the provision(s) relevant to the gaming operations. Copies of the other
gaming laws will be provided, either in full or in part to further the
discussion.

**Instructors:** Office of General Counsel, Chief of Staff

**Frequency:** Annually.

**Training Materials:** Directions to NIGC website

PowerPoint slides in hardcopy format

Copies of laws or relevant provisions

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**CONTRACTS DIVISION**

**[C101 Management Contract Requirements]{.underline}**

A 1-2 hour course that is currently being offered to tribal officials,
tribal gaming commissioners, management contractors, their attorneys and
lenders. The course provides technical guidance and training on
compliance with NIGC Regulations for submission of management contracts
and amendments, 25 C.F.R. Parts 533 and 535, and the content
requirements, 25 C.F.R. Part 531. Class size 10-20, meetings are usually
specific to one tribe or contractor. Class can be modified for regional
workshops when needed or requested.

**Instructors:** NIGC Contracts Division Staff

> **Frequency:** Depends on requests, usually monthly.

**Training Materials:** NIGC Regulations

NIGC Checklists,

IGRA and previously approved redacted management contracts

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[C102 Management Contractor Background Investigations]{.underline}**

A 1-hour class on compliance with IGRA and NIGC requirements for
background investigations on persons and entities with a financial
interest in, or management responsibility for a gaming management
contract. Compliance with 25 C.F.R. Parts 533 and 537. Class size 5-15,
meetings are usually specific to one tribe and one contractor. Class can
be modified for regional workshops when needed.

**Instructors:** NIGC Contract Division Staff

> **Frequency:** Depends on requests, usually monthly.

**Training Materials:** NIGC Regulations

NIGC Checklists

IGRA and NIGC Background Investigation Applications

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[C103 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Basics]{.underline}**

An 8-hour course is offered to tribal representatives, management
company personnel, and environmental consultants that will cover the
many roles and responsibilities as they relate to preparation of NEPA
documents for the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC). It will
cover the NEPA statute, the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ)
regulations, and NIGC NEPA guidance. It will explain how the
requirements of other environmental laws are complied with and
incorporated into the NEPA process. Class size 12-20.

**Instructor:** NIGC NEPA Compliance Officer

**Frequency:** Course will be scheduled once 12 students within a
geographic

region has been identified.

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint Presentation, a course workbook that
will contain

PowerPoint slides and reference materials

Excerpts from previously prepared NEPA documents

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**[C104 Environmental, Public Health, and Safety (EPHS)]{.underline}**

A 90-minute presentation which focuses on a common sense approach to
environmental public health and safety issues. The presenter outlines
and discusses the scope of this agency's authority and reviews portions
of the EPHS checklist(s) citing real life examples of safety violations
that may pose an imminent threat to either patrons or employees.
Emergency preparedness and evacuation procedures are discussed at
length. The presentation is suitable for regulators, managers, tribal
officials, and tribal environmental, public health, and safety staff.

**Instructors:** Region Staff, NIGC EPHS Program Manager, or an expert
in

in this field.

**Frequency:** Upon request or upon need

**Training Materials:** PowerPoint

**Notice of Training to Tribes:**

> Via NIGC website [www.nigc.gov](http://www.nigc.gov/), Technical
> Assistance Training

**TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE DIVISION**

**David E. Burk**

**Director of Training**

**1441 "L" Street NW**

**Suite 9100**

**Washington, D.C. 20005**

**(202) 632-7003**

**Fax: (202) 632-7066**

**training@nigc.gov**

**APPENDIX A**

Date:

To: Region Director, Region \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Address:

Subject: Request for Training

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Name and Title of
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Contact Information

Telephone
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E-mail
address\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

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