1. Harm Minimisation Workshop November 2016
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Harm Minimisation Workshop November 2016
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2. Multi Venue Exclusion (MVE)
Not a new concept and have been around since 2004
Effective intervention for some gamblers
Time to review current process and make changes
Sector wide review under way

3. Quiz: True/False
1. MVE’s are offered to everyone in problem gambling counselling sessions
False – Clinicians assess clients to see if this is the right intervention for them
2. More is better- The more venues someone can be excluded from, the more successful an MVE will be
False – MVE’s should be issued only for venues that a gambler identifies as
being a place that they play or are likely to play
3. MVE’s should be issued for as long as it is possible under the Act for best results
False – six months is the recommended time frame, then if they need to be
reissued updated information and photos can be taken

4. Quiz: True/False cont.…..
4. When you receive a request for a MVE all you need to do is put the photo in your Exclusion folder and monitor the gaming room
False, venue’s still need to issue an exclusion order in line with the protocols / training your society has provided, return copy to MVE Coordinator, and ensure staff know so they can monitor gaming rooms effectively
5. Every exclusion request you get by mail is a MVE
False – Individuals can and often seek exclusions for themselves by mail

5. What makes MVE’s work for some people
The right time The right reason The right venues

6. What if it goes wrong ?!
Got an exclusion through the mail but not sure if it’s a MVE?
Don’t know where to return clients copy of exclusion?
This person already has an exclusion with you.
Not sure why they have been excluded from your venue – yet you know they haven't been excluded from the venue up the road?
Worried about someone and just want to see what you can do to help?
Excluded person trying to gamble at your venue…

7. Questions
Contact details : Lisa Campbell Neove Christoforou Always remember, if you have any questions please call us – if we don’t know we will point you in the right direction