STATUTORY RULES.
1913. No. 233.
PROVISIONAL REGULATIONS UNDER THE DEFENCE ACT 1903-1912.
Regulations (Provisional) for the Military Force of the Commonwealth—Regulation 146a—Addition.
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby certify that the following Regulation under the Defence Act 1903-1912 should come into operation on and from the first day of January, 1914, and to make the Regulation to come into operation accordingly as a Provisional Regulation.
Dated this third day of September, One thousand nine hundred and thirteen.
DENMAN,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
E. D. MILLEN.
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Regulation (Provisional) for the military forces of the Commonwealth.
Amendment.
After Regulation 146 add the following new Regulation:—
“146a. Any soldier before being appointed to the rank of Farrier-Sergeant in any Corps must previously have qualified for the appointment by attendance, and obtained a pass certificate at a properly constituted Veterinary School under the Principal Veterinary Officer or Staff Officer for Veterinary Services of a District, for not less than twelve working days.”
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Overview
The Statutory Rules 1913, No. 233, titled Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1912, were enacted to address the need for qualified personnel within the military forces of the Commonwealth, specifically in the role of Farrier-Sergeant. These regulations were introduced by the Governor-General in Council, aiming to ensure that soldiers appointed to this rank have the requisite veterinary knowledge. This was intended to bolster the effectiveness and capability of the military forces by mandating that Farrier-Sergeants must obtain a pass certificate from a recognised Veterinary School, reflecting a policy objective to enhance the professional standards and expertise within the military.
Scope and Application
The Provisional Regulations under the Defence Act 1903-1912, specifically Regulation 146a, apply to soldiers within the military forces of the Commonwealth who seek to be appointed to the rank of Farrier-Sergeant. These regulations mandate that such soldiers must have previously qualified for this rank by attending and obtaining a pass certificate from a properly constituted Veterinary School under the Principal Veterinary Officer or Staff Officer for Veterinary Services of a District, for a minimum of twelve working days. This requirement ensures that Farrier-Sergeants possess the necessary veterinary knowledge and skills essential for their role. The geographic and jurisdictional reach of these regulations is limited to the Commonwealth of Australia, as they pertain to the military forces under federal jurisdiction. The application of these regulations is subject to the overarching Defence Act 1903-1912, which may be further extended or restricted through subordinate instruments or subsequent legislative amendments. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions within the text of the regulation itself, although broader exclusions or exemptions may exist under the parent Act.
Key Provisions
The main operative section of this statutory rule is Regulation 146a (C1913L00233), which stipulates that any soldier seeking to be appointed to the rank of Farrier-Sergeant must first complete a course of study and obtain a pass certificate from a properly constituted Veterinary School under the supervision of the Principal Veterinary Officer or the Staff Officer for Veterinary Services of a District. This training must last for a minimum of twelve working days. This regulation ensures that soldiers attain a requisite level of veterinary knowledge and skill before being elevated to the rank of Farrier-Sergeant, thereby upholding a standard of competency and expertise within the military force.
The Act imposes several obligations on the parties involved. Firstly, soldiers aspiring to the rank of Farrier-Sergeant must attend a designated Veterinary School and complete the required training period of at least twelve working days. They must also obtain a pass certificate from the Principal Veterinary Officer or the Staff Officer for Veterinary Services, demonstrating their proficiency in veterinary practices. The Veterinary Schools, in turn, are obligated to provide the necessary training and assessment to ensure that soldiers meet the specified criteria before certification. Additionally, the Principal Veterinary Officer and Staff Officer for Veterinary Services have the duty to oversee the training and certification process to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the military force.
Failure to comply with the provisions of Regulation 146a can result in various consequences. While the specific penalties are not outlined in this statutory rule, breaches of military regulations generally attract disciplinary actions within the military force, which may include demotion, fines, or other administrative penalties. Additionally, if the non-compliance leads to negligence or incompetence in veterinary duties, it could potentially result in more severe consequences such as harm to military personnel or animals, which may invoke further civil or criminal liability under other applicable laws.