11.1.4 Meaning of 'incapacity to engage in work at the same level' - S4(9)(b)

This type of incapacity occurs when a client, because of the accepted condition is:

  • on a graduated return to work
  • is unable to work pre-injury hours
  • unable to undertake specific duties
  • unable to work shifts or overtime, or
  • redeployed to a lower paying position.

The duration of incapacity will be the full duration of the period and not just the hours the client is absent.

Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/military-compensation-srca-manuals-and-resources-library/incapacity-handbook/ch-11-incapacity-work/111-what-incapacity/1114-meaning-incapacity-engage-work-same-level-s49b