 The Board also has the power to remit a matter back to the Repatriation Commission or the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Commission for further consideration 

Reviews are conducted in the form of a private hearing before a three-member panel, consisting of a senior member who is generally legally qualified, a services member and a member.Services members are appointed from those nominated by ex-service organisations and generally have extensive military service experience, including operational service.Applicants appearing before the Board are generally represented by lay advocates who are experienced in the jurisdiction.