Common use of Role of the SCC Clause in Contracts

Role of the SCC. (a) In considering an application, the SCC will utilise available research-based skill matrices and other relevant material. (b) Classification/grading is determined by the inherent requirements of the position, not those of the individual. (c) The SCC may inform itself in any manner it sees fit, including an SCC agreed expert advisor to provide clinical expertise in an area of nursing or midwifery practice in relation to the classification matter under consideration. (d) Where the SCC requires an expert advisor, such persons will not be employed by the health service involved in the SCC application. (e) The SCC will, on receipt of the information in subclause 14.3, determine to support the re-grading, or substitute a different grade to the role. (f) The SCC will determine applications by consensus. (g) Where consensus is not possible, the Chairperson will make a recommendation, with written reasons. (h) The recommendation will be considered binding unless either ANMF or VHIA make an application to have the recommendation reviewed by the Commission within 14 days of the recommendation. (i) An application to the Commission will include the application, recommendation, written reasons and supporting material. (j) The Commission will be assisted by the Chairperson, who will explain their recommendation, the application and supporting material, and inform the Commission of the position of the ANMF and the VHIA. (k) The Commission will adopt an inquisitorial procedure relying on the information at subclause 14.4(i) and the SCC processes and procedures, and make a determination. Such determination will be issued as a consent Order resolving the dispute.