Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2020L00336:clause:1_3:p2
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2020L00336
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 3 (pt 2/2)
Character Range: 4865–7717

During the course, Tasmania closed its borders with the mainland, requiring anyone returning to Tasmania to isolate themself. On return to Tasmania, the member is eligible for the Reserve service payment.

4.9.22    Payment for an inability to work a pattern of Reserve service
1.  Subject to section 4.9.24, a member is eligible for a Reserve service payment if their Commanding Officer reasonably believes the member is unable to work their pattern of Reserve service for a reason relating to the control of COVID-19.
    Notes:
    1. Commanding Officers should work with members to establish work from home arrangements if possible.
    2. A member who is subsequently diagnosed with COVID-19 may be eligible for a Reserve service payment under section 4.9.23.
    Example: The member is unable to work their pattern of Reserve service if they are required to isolate themself or unable to enter their normal place of duty due to its closure or travel restrictions and are unable to make alternative work arrangements.
2.  The rate of Reserve service payment is equal to the salary and Reserve allowance they would receive for the pattern of Reserve service.

4.9.23    Payment for COVID-19 infection
1.  Subject to section 4.9.24, a member is eligible for a Reserve service payment if all of the following apply.
    a.                                                                                                                               They are diagnosed with COVID-19.
    b.                                                                                                                               The member is not receiving a payment as a consequence of section 3.2.13.
                                                                                                                                     Note: A member may be eligible for Reserve salary under section 3.2.13 as a result of an injury or illness acquired in the course of Reserve service.
2.  The payment is equal to the amount of salary and Reserve allowance the member would receive for the pattern of Reserve service.

4.9.24    Periods of non-payment
1.  A member is not eligible for a Reserve service payment for the same period that any of the following apply.
    a.                                                                                                            The member is receiving income by way of salary or wages.
                                                                                                                  Note: Salary includes salary payable under DFRT Determination 2017 No. 2, Salaries.
    b.                                                                                                            The member is on a medical absence.
2.  A member is only eligible for one payment under this Division at a time.