The functions of the Tribunal under this Act are as follows:

(a) to determine all claims for compensation referred to it under this Act;

(b) to determine such other matters as are referred to it under this Act;

(c) to exercise the powers conferred, and the duties imposed, on it elsewhere in this Act;

(d) to hear and determine any appeal referred to the Tribunal under the Workers' (Occupational Diseases) Relief Fund Act 1954 .