For the purposes of liability investigation, Delegates have the following powers:
1.Under S58 of the SRCA: The power to require the production of relevant documents or information in the possession of the claimant.
2.Under S57 of the SRCA: The power to require a medical examination by a doctor of the Delegate's choosing.
3.Under the Cabinet-approved arrangements which saw RCG transferred from Defence to DVA: Access to all relevant documents and information held by the Department of Defence. Note: The practicalities of access to ADF medical files and who is responsible for seeking documents thereon is discussed further at part 9.2 [2] of this Handbook.
Links
[1] https://clik.dva.gov.au/user/login?destination=node/20424%23comment-form
[2] https://clik.dva.gov.au/military-compensation-srca-manuals-and-resources-library/liability-handbook/ch-9-defining-injury/92-need-clear-and-accurate-diagnosis