Australian National Airlines (Staff) Regulations

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STATUTORY RULES.

1950. No. 98.

 

REGULATIONS UNDER THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL AIRLINES ACT 1945-1947.*

I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Australian National Airlines Act 1945-1947.

Dated this seventh day of December, 1950.

W. J. McKell

Governor-General.

By His Excellencys Command,

Minister of State for Civil Aviation.

 

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL AIRLINES (STAFF) REGULATIONS.

Citation.

1. These Regulations may be cited as the Australian National Airlines (Staff) Regulations.

Definitions.

2. In these Regulations, unless the contrary intention appears—

officer means an officer of the Commission, but does not include the general manager;

the Act means the Australian National Airlines Act 1945-1947.

Medical examination.

3. The medical examination referred to in paragraph (b) of subsection (3.) of section 17 of the Act shall be an examination by a legally qualified medical practitioner, approved by the Commission, as to the persons sound bodily health and freedom from, or from predisposition to, any disease, and freedom from, or from predisposition to, any disability, likely to be aggravated by the nature of his duties or to impair his efficiency as an officer.

Oath or affirmation of allegiance.

4. The oath or affirmation of allegiance referred to in paragraph (c) of sub-section (3.) of section 17 of the Act shall be in accordance with Form A or Form B, as the case requires, in the Schedule to these Regulations and may be made and subscribed before a member of the

 

* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on , 1950.

3742.—PRICE 3D. 9/24.8.1950.


Commission, the general manager, or an officer or person in a class of officers or persons thereto authorized in writing by the Commission or the general manager.

Entrance examination.

5. The proscribed entrance examination referred to in sub-section (3.) of section 17 of the Act shall be—

(a)  a written examination conducted by the Commission in the subjects of English (comprising essay writing and précis writing) and Arithmetic (comprising the full course such as is contained in a standard treatise); and

(b) a written or oral examination or a written and oral examination conducted by the Commission in General Intelligence (designed to test the examinees fitness and aptitude for appointment to the Service of the Commission).

Appointments without examination.

6.—(1.) The Commission may appoint a person who has not passed the examination specified in the last preceding regulation to a clerical position other than a clerical position the duties of which are performed by a junior clerk, a clerk on the lowest adult grading or a female clerical assistant.

(2.) The Commission may appoint, to a clerical position the duties of which are performed by a junior clerk, a clerk on the lowest adult grading or a female clerical assistant, a person—

(a) who is, at the date of commencement of these Regulations, employed by the Commission; or

(b) who is or was, immediately prior to the date of the purchase or acquisition by the Commission of a business, firm or corporation engaged in the operation of an airline service or a business associated with or ancillary to the operation of an airline service, employed by any such business, firm or corporation and who, immediately after the purchase or acquisition, is employed by the Commission.

Provisions to be complied with by candidates for examination.

7.—(.1.) A candidate for an examination for appointment to the Service of the Commission shall furnish to the Commission or to such person as the Commission directs—

(a) an application in his own handwriting in accordance with a form determined by the Commission;

(b) evidence as to his age; and

(c) a certificate as to his good character and industrious habits by his present or past employer, a school teacher or such other person as the Commission determines.

(2.) A person who fails to comply with any provision of the last, preceding sub-regulation shall not be entitled to present himself for examination.


THE SCHEDULE.

Regulation 4.

FORM A.

OATH.

I, A   B   , do swear that I will be faithful and hear true allegiance to the King, and will loyally as in duty bound uphold the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Australia established under the Crown of the United Kingdom.

SO HELP ME GOD!

 

FORM B.

AFFIRMATION.

I, A   B   , do solemnly and sincerely affirm and declare that I will be faithful and hear true allegiance to the King, and will loyally as in duty bound uphold the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Australia established under the Crown of the United Kingdom.

 

By Authority : L. F. JOHNSTON, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.

Overview

The Australian National Airlines (Staff) Regulations 1950 were enacted to provide detailed guidelines for the recruitment and medical examination of staff for the Australian National Airlines Commission. These regulations were introduced under the Australian National Airlines Act 1945-1947, with the intent to ensure that the personnel employed by the Commission were fit for their roles and met the necessary standards. The regulations were made by the Governor-General in accordance with the Federal Executive Council, establishing the framework for the oath or affirmation of allegiance, entrance examinations, and other requirements for prospective employees. This legislative instrument aimed to establish a robust and efficient recruitment process for the Commission, ensuring that only qualified and suitable candidates were appointed to various positions within the Australian National Airlines.

Scope and Application

The Australian National Airlines (Staff) Regulations, made under the Australian National Airlines Act 1945-1947, specify the procedures for medical examinations, oaths or affirmations of allegiance, and entrance examinations for staff appointments within the Australian National Airlines Commission. These regulations apply to individuals seeking employment with the Commission, encompassing officers and clerical staff. The regulations mandate that medical examinations be conducted by a legally qualified medical practitioner approved by the Commission to ensure candidates are in sound bodily health and free from any conditions that might be aggravated by their duties or impair their efficiency. Additionally, candidates must take an oath or affirmation of allegiance to the King and the Constitution of Australia, which can be administered by various authorised personnel. Entrance examinations are prescribed to include written tests in English and arithmetic, as well as assessments of general intelligence. There are provisions for appointing individuals to certain clerical roles without undergoing these examinations, particularly for those already employed by the Commission or by entities acquired by the Commission. The regulations also outline the requirements for candidates to present themselves for examination, including the submission of a handwritten application, evidence of age, and a certificate of good character and industrious habits. Any failure to comply with these provisions disqualifies a candidate from taking the examination.

Key Provisions

The Australian National Airlines (Staff) Regulations outline the requirements for the employment of staff within the Australian National Airlines. These regulations are structured around several key provisions. For instance, Section 3 mandates a medical examination by a legally qualified medical practitioner, approved by the Commission, to ensure the candidate is free from any diseases or disabilities that could impair their efficiency. This medical examination is crucial to safeguard both the health of the employees and the safety of the operations. Section 4 specifies the oath or affirmation of allegiance candidates must take, which can be either a sworn oath (Form A) or an affirmation (Form B) before a designated official. This requirement underscores the importance of loyalty and commitment to the Australian Constitution and the Crown. The Regulations also detail the entrance examination process, as outlined in Section 5, which includes written examinations in English and Arithmetic, as well as a General Intelligence test to assess the candidate's suitability for the role. Candidates must fulfill specific conditions to be eligible for the examination, such as providing a handwritten application and evidence of good character, as per Section 7. Failure to meet these requirements disqualifies the candidate from taking the examination. Section 6 allows for appointments without the entrance examination under specific circumstances, such as for existing employees or those transferred from acquired businesses. The obligations imposed by these Regulations on the Commission include conducting thorough medical examinations, administering the oath or affirmation of allegiance, and overseeing the entrance examination process to ensure that only qualified candidates are appointed. The Commission must also ensure that all procedural requirements, such as the submission of necessary documentation and evidence, are strictly adhered to. These provisions are designed to maintain high standards within the Australian National Airlines workforce. Breaches of these Regulations can lead to significant consequences. For example, failing to comply with the requirements for the oath or affirmation of allegiance can result in a candidate being barred from the examination process. Additionally, any false information provided during the application process could be grounds for disqualification or even disciplinary action against the individual. While the Regulations do not explicitly state penalties, the stringent nature of the requirements implies that non-compliance could have serious repercussions for both the candidate and the Commission.

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