Dealer soft 17
Confirm whether the dealer stands or hits on a soft 17. The felt or help panel should state S17 or H17.
Double rules
Check which first totals may double and whether doubling after a split is allowed.
Split limits
Record maximum hands, whether aces can be re-split and how many cards split aces receive.
Surrender and hole-card rule
Check early or late surrender and whether the dealer checks for blackjack before player actions.
Rule questions
Does one strategy chart fit every table?
No.
What does S17 mean?
Dealer stands on soft 17.
Is surrender always offered?
No.