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Chapter 1 is essential reading for any user of this Manual. |
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Reading Chapter 1 is the first step towards achieving these goals. |
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For members – understanding their pay and conditions entitlements and the obligations that go with them. |
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For Commanding Officers and managers – understanding the framework of conditions of service that applies to the members they are responsible for. |
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For administrators – making the right decisions and getting the best results for members in the quickest time. |
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For other persons – understanding their entitlements and the obligations that go with them. Examples: Some conditions are paid to former members, or to members' spouses. |
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Chapter 1 sets out these important matters. |
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It defines terms and basic concepts used throughout Chapters 2 to 17. |
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It explains equivalent ranks and classifications across the three Services and the APS. |
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It highlights members' obligations when they receive an entitlement. |
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This Chapter contains the following Parts. |
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About this Manual |
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Determinations that apply in this Manual |
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Definitions |
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Equivalent ranks and classifications |
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Member's rights and obligations |
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Payment of entitlements in special circumstances |
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