Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) (Approved forms) Instrument 2023
I, GRANT CHARLES PINDER, Deputy Head Joint Support Services Division, make the following notifiable instrument for the purpose of section 1.1.7 of Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) Determination 2023.
Dated 31 May 2023
AIRCDRE Grant Pinder
Deputy Head Joint Support Services Division
Joint Support Services Division
Joint Capabilities Group
Contents
1 Name
2 Commencement
3 Approved forms
1 Name
| This instrument is Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) (Approved forms) Instrument 2023. |
2 Commencement
| This instrument commences on 1 July 2023. |
3 Approved forms
| For the purpose of section 1.1.7 of Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) Determination 2023, as in force from time to time, the approved form for the following actions is the form in the Employer Support Payment Scheme online claim system. |
| a. | Applying for a support payment — section 3.2.1 |
| b. | Applying for an extended support payment — section 4.2.1. |
| c. | Applying for an additional support payment — section 5.2.1. |
| d. | Requesting a review of a reviewable decision — section 7.2.2. |
Overview
The Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) (Approved forms) Instrument 2023 was enacted to standardise the forms required for applications and reviews under the Employer Support Payment Scheme within the Defence force. This notifiable instrument was introduced to address the need for streamlined and uniform documentation processes for various types of support payments and reviews as outlined in the Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) Determination 2023. The instrument was made by Air Commodore Grant Pinder, the Deputy Head of the Joint Support Services Division, and it commenced on 1 July 2023. The primary objective of this instrument is to ensure that all applications and requests are made using the approved forms available through the Employer Support Payment Scheme online claim system, thus enhancing efficiency and consistency in the administration of support payments.
Scope and Application
The Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) (Approved forms) Instrument 2023 applies to any person or entity seeking to utilise the Employer Support Payment Scheme under the Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) Determination 2023. This instrument, which comes into effect on 1 July 2023, mandates the use of specific forms within the Employer Support Payment Scheme online claim system for actions such as applying for support payments, extended support payments, additional support payments, and requesting a review of reviewable decisions. The scope of this legislation is limited to the Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) Determination 2023 and does not extend beyond the actions and forms specified within the instrument. Subordinate instruments may be used to further define or refine the application of these forms, but no such instruments are mentioned in the provided text. The geographic and jurisdictional reach of this instrument is likely to be limited to Commonwealth interests, as it pertains to the Defence Employer Support Payment Scheme. There are no stated exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds in the provided text, and any additional conditions would be specified in subordinate instruments or the main determination.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of the Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) (Approved forms) Instrument 2023 are found in section 3, which outlines the approved forms for specific actions within the scheme. Specifically, section 3.2.1 details the form for applying for a support payment, section 4.2.1 outlines the form for applying for an extended support payment, section 5.2.1 specifies the form for applying for an additional support payment, and section 7.2.2 describes the form for requesting a review of a reviewable decision. These sections mandate the use of the forms available within the Employer Support Payment Scheme online claim system for the respective actions.
The obligations imposed by the Act require that all applications for support payments, extended support payments, additional support payments, and reviews of reviewable decisions must be made using the approved forms available in the Employer Support Payment Scheme online claim system. This ensures consistency and efficiency in the processing of applications and reviews within the scheme. By mandating the use of specific forms, the Act aims to streamline the application process and reduce administrative burdens on both applicants and the authorities responsible for processing the claims.
Breaches of the requirements set forth in the Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) (Approved forms) Instrument 2023 could result in various consequences. While the specific penalties are not detailed within the instrument itself, non-compliance with the approved forms and procedures could lead to delays in the processing of applications or reviews, potential denial of claims, or other administrative actions deemed necessary by the authorities. Additionally, repeated or deliberate non-compliance might result in more severe consequences, including but not limited to, financial penalties or legal actions as stipulated under the overarching Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) Determination 2023.
In summary, the Defence (Employer Support Payment Scheme) (Approved forms) Instrument 2023 provides clear guidelines on the forms to be used for various actions within the scheme, effective from 1 July 2023. Compliance with these requirements is essential to ensure the smooth operation of the scheme, and failure to adhere to these provisions may lead to administrative and potential legal repercussions.