Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00188:clause:1_30:p2
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00188
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 1 cl 30 (pt 2/2)
Character Range: 26459–27145

descriptor applies if that person can do the activity when they would be expected to do so and not only once or rarely.

       * When assessing episodic or fluctuating impairments and conditions (such as chronic pain), a rating must be assigned which reflects the overall functional impact of those impairments, taking into account the severity, duration and frequency of the episodes or fluctuations as appropriate.

       * The examples used in descriptors are not an exhaustive list and are to be used only as a guide.

       * Assistance means assistance from another person rather than any aids or equipment the person may use, unless specified otherwise.

Points  Descriptors