Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00188:clause:1_5
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00188
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 5
Character Range: 33242–34770

5       There is a mild functional impact on activities using lower limbs.

        (1) At least one of the following applies:

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

                 Example: walking to local facilities such as local shops, workplaces, a supermarket, or bus-stop where there is uneven terrain.

                 (b) the person has mild difficulty walking on level ground without stopping; or

                 Example: walking around local facilities such as local shops or a supermarket without stopping.

        (c) the person has mild difficulty negotiating stairs; and

                 Example: is likely to require the use of a structural support, such as a hand rail to negotiate a flight of stairs.

        (2) At least one of the following applies:

                 (a)                the person has mild difficulty standing independently; or

                 Example: waiting in a slow moving queue or standing still.

                 (b)                the person has mild difficulty squatting or kneeling, but does not require support to stand up again; or

                 Example: kneeling to tie a shoe and does not require support to stand again.

                 (c)                the person can mobilise effectively but needs to use a walking aid to assist with walking or balance issues.

                  Example: tripping due to neurological conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease or cerebellar function.