The Commission Inspector is the most accessible and visible Commission representative at the racetracks. Racing Inspectors supervise the operation and personnel of the Commission's field offices located at Suffolk Downs, Plainridge Racecourse, Raynham Park, and Wonderland Park. The Inspectors possess a thorough knowledge and ability to interpret the rules and regulations of the racing industry. Additionally, they maintain a close liaison with the Stewards, Judges, Racing Officials, Track Security, Management, State Police Racing Unit and the Racing Commission to ensure the operations at each track are efficient and effective.

OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE APPLICATIONS

Occupational licenses expire annually on December 31st. Inspectors review and process license applications for racing participants and racetrack personnel. They reconcile and deposit all over-the-counter revenue transactions. They issue the identification badges which are produced using a state of the art computer imaging program. They work closely with other racetracks and Racing Commissions throughout the country to verify the eligibility of licensees and participants. Inspectors also respond to the questions, problems and disputes of licensees and representatives of numerous state and federal agencies.

COMPLAINTS

Complaints and disputes are usually initiated with the Inspectors. The Inspectors handle telephone calls regarding the disciplinary status of licensees, resolving disputes and filling requests for public information. The Inspectors also handle the filing of appeals and ejections to the Commission of licensees. The complaints and disputes that cannot be resolved at the field level are then reported to the Commission Office for further action.

SUPERVISE TEST AREA

A State Inspector supervises testing areas at each track in order to ensure proper collection and continuity of evidence for blood and urine samples obtained from racing animals. Testing Assistants who are employed for each program are trained, scheduled and supervised in their activities by the Inspectors in compliance with established procedures.
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