Part II: Casino Operations · Surveillance & Security

Surveillance Daily Log / Observation Log

Investigation

A chronological record maintained by surveillance operators documenting all significant observations, camera tours, equipment checks, and communications during a shift. The daily log serves as the department’s official record of surveillance activity and is reviewed by supervisors, managers, regulators, and auditors. Entries are time-stamped and include the operator’s identification, camera numbers, descriptions of observed activities, and any follow-up actions required.

In practice

The daily log is a living document; entries are made in real-time or as close to real-time as possible. Retention requirements vary by jurisdiction but typically range from 30 days to permanent archival.

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