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Form F12: Application for an order to stop bullying
This form is an Application for an order to stop bullying issued by the Fair Work Commission. You use it when you need the Commission to legally intervene and force someone to cease bullying behaviour in a workplace.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F12 - Application for an order to stop bullying
This form is an Application for an order to stop bullying issued by the Fair Work Commission. You use it when you need the Commission to legally intervene and force someone to cease bullying behaviour in a workplace.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not just say 'bullying'; describe *what* the bullying is doing.
- 2Not clearly defining the behaviour that constitutes 'bullying'.
- 3Forgetting to specify *who* needs to stop the behaviour (the respondent).
- 4Missing dates or locations of key bullying incidents.
- 5Failing to state what remedy you want the FWC to order.
Plain English
Basically, this form asks the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to step in and tell a bully—whether that's an employer or colleague—to stop their actions. If approved, the FWC issues a formal order stopping the bad behaviour.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this when the bullying is happening now, or if previous internal workplace complaints have failed to resolve the issue.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- You need a formal order from the Fair Work Commission to make someone stop bullying at work.
- Bullying is happening, but informal chats or warnings haven't worked.
- The behaviour fits the definition of 'bullying' under workplace law.
- You want the Commission to legally enforce an end to the negative conduct.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Dispute over pay/hours
If you need a specific ruling on pay, use that form first.
✓ Check if your issue is purely about money.
Application for determination (other forms)
General workplace complaint
This is broader; F12 focuses specifically on stopping ongoing bullying action.
✓ Decide if the primary problem is the *bullying* or something else.
Making a formal complaint to an employer (before going to FWC)
Use this if you want your company to fix it internally first, before involving the Commission.
✓ Ensure your workplace has an internal complaints process.
Deadline or filing window
There is no single universal deadline listed here; submit it as soon as the bullying requires intervention. The sooner you file, the sooner the FWC can act.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all sections completely; leave no boxes blank unless explicitly allowed.
- 2Ensure you clearly identify who is bullying whom (names and roles).
- 3Attach evidence supporting your claim (emails, incident reports, witness statements).
- 4Write a clear summary of the desired outcome in the designated box.
- 5Proofread for typos or factual errors before clicking submit.
How to file this form
- 1Download or access Form F12 via the Fair Work Commission website.
- 2Complete all personal and employment details accurately.
- 3Provide a detailed timeline of the bullying incidents on the form.
- 4Attach supporting evidence documents (e.g., emails, dates).
- 5Submit the completed form through the designated online portal or mail it in.
Known limitations
- 1F12 only asks for an *order to stop* bullying; it doesn't automatically resolve underlying issues.
- 2The Commission may ask for more information after you submit the F12, so don't assume it is final.
- 3This form does not guarantee a successful outcome or immediate resolution.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: There might be specific regional variations depending on your state/territory.
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Applicant
1 items
Full name (and representative, if any), postal address, email, and phone number of the person or organisation lodging the application.
Respondent
1 items
The exact legal name and ABN of the employer or other party the application is made against.
The Matter
2 items
Identify the kind of matter — for example, unfair dismissal, general protections, or an agreement application.
A clear description of what happened, relevant dates, and the outcome you are seeking.
Dates
1 items
Relevant dates such as the date of dismissal or the date the issue arose — these determine whether you are within time.
Supporting
1 items
Any documents that support your application, such as letters, contracts, or notices.
Declaration
1 items
Sign and date the form. Applications may also require a fee or an application for a fee waiver.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This F12 application is the standard way to ask the Fair Work Commission to step in and stop workplace bullying. Check the latest version on the FAIR_WORK website for any recent updates.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the current form version number on the FAIR_WORK portal.
- Check for any changes in required supporting documentation lists.
- Confirm if there are new specific definitions of 'bullying' listed at the start of the document.
- Look to see if a digital submission option has replaced paper filing entirely.
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm Name: Application for an order to stop bullying
- SRCAgency: Fair Work Commission (FAIR_WORK)
- SRCForm Number: F12
- SRCPurpose: To seek a legal intervention/order from the FWC.
- SRCContext: Australian workplace relations.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific required attachments list.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'bullying' with general workplace disagreement (F12 is about persistent, unreasonable behaviour).
Not knowing whether you need to apply for a 'determination' instead of just an 'order'.
Thinking the submission automatically starts a hearing; it usually initiates review.
Forgetting to state *why* you need the Commission involved (i.e., why your employer hasn't fixed it).
Not knowing if you must submit via myGov or the dedicated FWC portal.
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