128Conduct of panel review proceedings

128 Conduct of panel review proceedings

128 Conduct of panel review proceedings

(1) A panel for panel review proceedings is to conduct and determine the proceedings in accordance with procedures determined by the panel.

(2) A panel may determine the proceedings solely on the basis of the written application.

(3) A panel may also arrange for the proceedings, including medical examinations for the proceedings, to be conducted—

(a) in person, or

(b) by telephone or audiovisual link, or

(c) by other means determined by the President to be appropriate in the circumstances.

(4) A panel is not bound by the rules of evidence.

(5) A panel may inquire into matters that are relevant to the issues in dispute as the panel thinks fit.

(6) A determination of the majority of panel members is taken to be the determination of the panel.