🇦🇺FAIR WORKF12

Application for an order to stop bullying

The F12 form is an application to the Fair Work Commission requesting an order to stop workplace bullying. Use this form when you're experiencing bullying at work and want the Commission to intervene with a legally binding order.

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Form Overview

Application for an order to stop bullying

The form captures details about the bullying behavior, who was involved, when it happened, and how it affected you. It also requires information about your attempts to resolve the issue internally.

Risk Radar

Many applications are rejected because they don't clearly demonstrate a pattern of repeated unreasonable behavior that creates a risk to health and safety.
Missing the 24-month time limit for applications
Failing to provide sufficient evidence of bullying
Not attempting to resolve the issue internally first
Submitting an incomplete form

Plain English

If you're being bullied at work, this form lets you ask the Fair Work Commission to make your employer stop the bullying behavior. The Commission is a government body that handles workplace disputes, and they can issue orders that legally require workplace bullying to cease.

Submission Date

Applications must generally be made within 24 months of when the bullying first occurred. Late applications may only be accepted in exceptional circumstances with strong justification.
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

Current or recent workers who have experienced workplace bullying can file this form. You don't need to be an Australian citizen, but you must have been working in Australia when the bullying occurred.

The form captures details about the bullying behavior, who was involved, when it happened, and how it affected you. It also requires information about your attempts to resolve the issue internally.

Submit this form as soon as possible after experiencing bullying, as there are strict time limits. Generally, applications must be made within 24 months of when the bullying first occurred.

You can submit the F12 form online through the Fair Work Commission's website, by mail, or in person at their offices. The online submission is generally the fastest method.

Submitting correctly ensures your application is processed promptly and reduces the chance of rejection. Incomplete or incorrect forms may cause delays in addressing the bullying situation.

Start by gathering evidence of the bullying behavior, including dates, times, and witnesses. Complete all sections of the form with as much detail as possible. Attach any relevant documents and submit through the Fair Work Commission's online portal or other approved methods.

What this form is for

• Use this form when you're experiencing ongoing workplace bullying
• Use this form when internal workplace resolution attempts have failed
• Use this form when the bullying behavior affects your health or safety
• Use this form when the bullying occurs regularly over time
• Don't use this form for one-off incidents or disagreements

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Serious misconduct by employer	F19 - General protections application	Different legal protections apply	Check if your issue involves discrimination or adverse action
Workplace discrimination	F19 - General protections application	Different legal protections apply	Check if the bullying is based on protected characteristics
Unfair dismissal	F19 - General protections application	Different legal protections apply	Check if you've been dismissed due to bullying
Psychological injury claim	Workers compensation claim	Different legal process	Check if you're seeking compensation for injury

Deadline or filing window

Applications must generally be made within 24 months of when the bullying first occurred. Late applications may only be accepted in exceptional circumstances with strong justification.