Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00188:clause:1_20
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00188
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 20
Character Range: 29188–30086

20      There is a severe functional impact on activities using upper limbs.

            (1) At least 3 of the following apply to the person:

                 (a) the person has limited movement or coordination in both upper limbs, has an amputation or nerve damage rendering an upper limb non-functional;

                 (b) the person has severe difficulty handling, moving or carrying most objects without assistance;

                 (c) the person has severe difficulty using a small object;

                  Example: holding and using a fork or spoon, holding and using a pen or pencil.

                 (d) the person has severe difficulty turning the pages of a book without assistance;

                 (e) the person has severe difficulty undertaking any activity that involves reaching overhead.

                 Example: accessing items above shoulder height, brushing hair.