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This section describes the circumstances in which an exemption from the activity test (1.1.A.40) can be granted. Under the legislation exemptions from the activity test can only be granted for a specified period.
It is preferable and generally possible to reduce a person's requirements, rather than exempt the person from the activity test. The activity test is flexible. When circumstances arise that impede a job seeker's ability to meet their usual requirements the activity test can be adjusted to reflect those circumstances. However, there are circumstances, specified in the legislation, under which a full exemption from the activity test is appropriate. These are described in the following sections.
Policy reference: SS Guide 1.2.1.10 Newstart Allowance (NSA) - Description, 1.2.1.20 Youth Allowance (YA) - Description
This section contains the following topics:
3.2.11.10 Activity Test for NSA/YA Job Seekers - Exemptions - Temporary Incapacity
3.2.11.20 Activity Test for NSA/YA Job Seekers - Exemptions - Pregnancy
3.2.11.30 Activity Test for NSA/YA Job Seekers - Exemptions - Remote Areas
3.2.11.40 Activity Test for NSA/YA Job Seekers - Exemptions - Special Circumstances
3.2.11.80 Activity Test for NSA/YA Job Seekers - Exemptions - Partial Capacity to Work
3.2.11.90 Activity Test for YA Early School Leavers - Inability to Secure an Appropriate Place
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Last reviewed: 20 September 2012
