Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00188:clause:1_10
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00188
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 10
Character Range: 34770–37377

10      There is a moderate functional impact on activities using lower limbs.

            (1) At least one of the following applies:

                 (a)                the person has moderate difficulty walking on slopes or uneven ground; or

                 Example: the person has moderate difficulty walking far outside their home on uneven ground and needs to drive or get other transport to local facilities such as a local shop, workplace or supermarket.

                 (b)                the person has moderate difficulty using stairs or steps without assistance or without using alternate methods; or

                 Example: the person may navigate stairs one at a time, sideways or require breaks, or navigates stairs with reliance on other structural support such as a hand rail to maintain balance.

                 (c)                the person has moderate difficulty standing for short periods of time; or

                 Example: the person has moderate difficulty standing in a queue at a supermarket check out.

                 (d)                the person has moderate difficulty kneeling or squatting and requires support of a stable object to stand again;                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   and

                 Example: the person supports themselves using a coffee table to stand from a kneeling or squatting position.

            (2) The person is able to use public transport or a motor vehicle and walk on level ground.

            Example: is able to catch a bus and walk around in a workplace, shopping centre or supermarket.

                 Note 1: this impairment rating level includes a person who can:

                   (a)      move around independently using a wheelchair and can independently transfer to and from a wheelchair; or

                    Example: the person can use a wheelchair accessible toilet independently.

                   (b)      move around independently using walking aids such as a quad stick, crutches or walking frame.

            Note 2: the person may require additional time and effort to move around a workplace, may need to use accessible entries, lifts and toilets, and may not be able to access some areas of a workplace or training facility.