Terence:
Please read the introductory paragraph of the TDA Rules. In case you don't have them handy here is the paragraph to which I refer:
"The Poker TDA is a voluntary poker industry association founded in 2001. The TDA mission is to increase global uniformity of poker
tournament rules. TDA Rules supplement the rules of this house. In case of conflict with a gaming agency, the agency rules apply."
In particular, I am referring to the third sentence, which reads, "TDA Rules supplement the rules of this house." I don't believe that the TDA Board, ever intended the TDA rules to be "Stand Alone", "All-Inclusive", "all other rules do not apply to poker tournaments, only ours".
In my opinion the TDA rules are intended to "eliminate confusing rules, conflicting rules, incomplete rules or other wise fill in the blanks where needed, so there is as close as possible consistency from event to event, venue to venue, etc.
So, if this is a big problem for you in your venue(s), develop a house rule and the problem will be solved. Personally, as I thought I indicated in my original response, I think it is up to the player. Sure, the dealer made a mistake and the TD didn't call the break, but that might be because he was busy with other duties. I see no regress for the player who is not paying attention.
Chet