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General protections (application by union)

The F10DB form is a General protections application form specifically for unions to lodge complaints with the Fair Work Commission. Use this form when a union is seeking to address workplace issues that fall under general protections provisions.

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Form Overview

General protections (application by union)

The form captures details about the alleged workplace rights violations, information about the affected workers, the employer involved, and the specific protections that were allegedly breached.

Risk Radar

Time limits for general protections applications are strictly enforced and cannot usually be extended.
Missing the strict time limit for bringing general protections claims
Failing to provide sufficient evidence of the alleged breach
Not properly identifying all affected workers
Incorrectly identifying the relevant employer or workplace

Plain English

This is an official form that lets unions represent workers who believe their workplace rights have been violated. It's how unions can formally ask the Fair Work Commission to investigate and resolve issues like unfair treatment or discrimination.

Submission Date

General protections applications typically must be filed within 21 days of the alleged breach occurring, though this time limit may be extended in exceptional circumstances with the Commission's permission.
Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Quick Facts

This form should be filed by a union representing workers who believe their general workplace protections have been breached by an employer.

The form captures details about the alleged workplace rights violations, information about the affected workers, the employer involved, and the specific protections that were allegedly breached.

Submit this form as soon as possible after becoming aware of the alleged general protections breach, as there are strict time limits for bringing such claims.

The form can be submitted through the Fair Work Commission's online portal or by mail to the Fair Work Commission offices in your state or territory.

Submitting correctly ensures your application is properly considered by the Commission; errors or delays could result in your case being dismissed or time limits being exceeded.

Complete all sections with accurate information about the alleged breach, attach relevant evidence, and ensure the form is signed by an authorized representative of the union. Submit through the Fair Work Commission's online portal or by mail.

What this form is for

• Use when a union is representing workers in general protections matters
• Use for claims involving workplace discrimination, unfair dismissal, or other breaches of workplace rights
• Use only for applications made by unions, not by individual workers
• Not for general workplace disputes that don't involve general protections
• Not for matters that should be handled through other Fair Work Commission processes

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Individual worker claiming general protections	F10A	Individual workers have separate application forms	Check if the worker is being represented by a union
Unfair dismissal claim	F72	Different form and process for unfair dismissal specifically	Verify whether the claim involves dismissal or other general protections
Bullying claim	F72	Separate form for bullying complaints	Ensure the complaint is about general protections, not bullying
Bargaining dispute	F21	Different form for enterprise bargaining matters	Check if the dispute relates to workplace rights or bargaining
General protections application by an individual	F10A	Individual workers use this form instead	Confirm whether the application is being made by a union or individual

Deadline or filing window

General protections applications typically must be filed within 21 days of the alleged breach occurring, though this time limit may be extended in exceptional circumstances with the Commission's permission.

Before you submit

• Confirm all worker details are accurate and complete
• Verify the specific general protections provision that was allegedly breached
• Ensure all relevant evidence is attached or referenced
• Check that the form is signed by an authorized union representative
• Confirm the correct filing fee has been paid (if applicable)
• Ensure the form is submitted to the correct Fair Work Commission office
• Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records

How to file this form

1Obtain the correct F10DB form from the Fair Work Commission website
2Complete all sections with accurate information about the alleged breach
3Gather relevant evidence supporting the claim
4Have the form signed by an authorized union representative
5Submit the form through the Fair Work Commission's online portal or by mail
6Pay any required filing fee
7Keep a copy of the submitted form and evidence

Known limitations

• This form cannot be used for matters that fall under the jurisdiction of other bodies
• The Commission may dismiss applications that do not meet the threshold for general protections
• Time limits are strictly enforced and cannot usually be extended
• The form must be properly completed with all required information
• Union authorization is required for this form to be accepted

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Current Form Status

This form is current as of the latest Fair Work Commission guidelines, but always check for updates before submitting as workplace laws may change.

Agency: Fair Work Commission