5Definitions

5 Definitions

Note: A number of expressions used in this instrument are defined in the Act, including the following:

(a) eligible midwife;
(b) insurer;
(c) midwife professional indemnity cover.

In this instrument:

Act means the Midwife Professional Indemnity (Commonwealth Contribution) Scheme Act 2010.

general interest charge rate has the same meaning as in section 8AAD of the Taxation Administration Act 1953.

Note: The general interest charge rate is a daily rate.

Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s Safety and Quality Guidelines for Privately Practising Midwives means the Safety and Quality Guidelines for Privately Practising Midwives developed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, as in force from time to time.

Note: The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s Safety and Quality Guidelines for Privately Practising Midwives can be viewed on the Nursing and Midwifery Board website (https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/).