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TAX ALERT: PACMATE Annex 3.A, item 184. |
10.4.1 Purpose
10.4.2 Member
this Part applies to
10.4.3 Definitions
10.4.4 Payment
for loss or damage
10.4.5 When
this Part does not apply
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The purpose of this Part is to authorise a payment to members for loss or damage to clothing or personal effects, directly related to service. |
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This Part applies to any member. This includes a member on Reserve service, and a member of a cadet force. |
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Meaning in this Part |
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Loss |
Loss includes theft. |
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Personal effects |
Personal effects means tangible property that might be worn or carried on the person. Examples: Briefcases, handbags, wallets, watches, hand luggage, suitcases, jewellery, portable radios, cameras, personal cash, pens, dentures and glasses. |
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Service |
Service, for a cadet, means attendance at activities or training by the unit where the cadet is enrolled. |
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Value |
Value means the current catalogue price for an item, reduced by the proportion of its life already expired. |
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The CDF may authorise payment of an amount to a member, if the member suffers loss or damage to clothing or personal effects owing to their service. In assessing the amount to be paid, the CDF must consider all these criteria. |
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The value of the item at the time of the loss or damage. |
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b. |
Whether the member contributed to the extent of the loss or damage, including by failure to take reasonable precautions. Note: If this is the case, the amount considered for payment may be reduced. |
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Any other amount paid or payable for damages, compensation or under a contract of insurance. |
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d. |
The cost of any repairs. |
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e. |
The cost of any service necessary to replace the item. Example: A member’s glasses are damaged beyond repair. It could be reasonable to approve a payment that includes the cost of an eye examination which is part of the process for obtaining replacement glasses. |
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If a member is paid an amount under this Part and recovers an amount for the loss or damage elsewhere, the member must repay the recovered amount to the Commonwealth. |
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Persons who can make the decision under subclause 10.4.4.1 on behalf of the CDF: Assistant Director Entitlements Director Entitlements |
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This Part does not apply in the following situations. |
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The member is going on or returning from leave. Exception: If the member has been recalled from leave, the CDF may decide to approve a claim. |
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The member is entitled to an amount for the loss or damage under Chapter 14 Part 6 Division 3, Loss or damage to possessions overseas. |
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The items are repaired or replaced at Commonwealth expense. |
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The loss or damage would not have occurred if the member had taken reasonable steps to avoid the loss or damage. |
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Persons who can make the decision under p Assistant Director Entitlements Director Entitlements |