OAR 462-200-0110: Emergency

(1) Should an emergency arise in connection with the operation of the pari-mutuel department not specifically covered by these rules and an immediate decision be necessary, the manager of the pari-mutuel department shall make the decision and shall make an explanation in detail in a written report to the state supervisor of mutuels immediately, and said report shall be forthwith communicated to the commission. (2) In case of unanticipated and unforeseen emergencies and delays (such as electrical failure, totalizator problems, etc.) which arise either preceding or during the conduct of a race program, the stewards/judges may take any action which they deem appropriate to permit the completion of such program, including, but not limited to, extending wagering and running of races beyond the hour of midnight. Any such extension shall be considered a part of a single, continuing race day, and not as a new race day. A complete report of any event requiring invocation of this rule shall be filed by the stewards/judges with the commission secretary.