Rule 109:1-7-03 | Transportation of regulated equipment and software.
(A) Licensed e-bingo organizations shall notify the attorney general in writing before installing, moving, removing, or disposing of electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software and themes, or other technology that has been approved by the attorney general.
(B) Any modification to electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software and themes, or other technology may be authorized by the attorney general on an emergency basis to prevent cheating or malfunction. The emergency request shall be documented by the licensed e-bingo organization.
(C) Each licensed e-bingo organization shall notify the attorney general of any known or suspected defect or malfunction in any electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software and themes, or other technology installed in Ohio at the time of detection. The licensed e-bingo organization shall comply with any instructions from the attorney general for the use of the electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software and themes, or other technology.
(D) Licensed e-bingo organizations must confirm before receipt of a shipment of an electronic instant bingo device and any associated game software and themes that the manufacturer and distributor providing the electronic instant bingo device and associated game software and themes are each licensed and have been granted an electronic instant bingo endorsement by the attorney general.
(E) In addition to the requirements listed in paragraphs (A) to (D) of this rule, manufacturers and distributors must also adhere the following requirements:
(1) Ensure the safe and secure transport of all electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software and themes, or other technology destined for Ohio.
(2) Ensure all electronic bingo devices and related hardware bear an identifying (ID) plate listing the serial number and model number and electronic instant bingo manufacturer name or other unique identifier approved in writing by the attorney general.
(3) Ensure all electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software, are shipped directly to a licensed bingo location or another location in the state of Ohio expressly authorized by the attorney general. If the manufacturer or distributor has a warehouse in Ohio, it must be approved by the attorney general before any electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software may be shipped to the warehouse for any preparation/configuration work required prior to installation at the authorized location.
(4) Ensure the electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software is placed in such a manner as to offer easy access to the attorney general staff to verify the serial number and model number on the ID plate, or other unique identifier approved in writing by the attorney general.
(F) Any licensee that removes electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software from an authorized location to be transported outside of Ohio, or to another authorized location within Ohio is responsible for ensuring the secure transportation of the electronic instant bingo systems and associated game software, and the compliance with all relevant requirements in this procedure.
(G) Proof of UL or equivalent certification is required for all electronic instant bingo devices.
Last updated December 23, 2021 at 5:32 AM
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