Official form guide
Form F47: Notice of contravention
The F47 Notice of Contravention is a Fair Work Commission form used to inform the Commission that a workplace law breach has occurred. It is lodged when an employer, employee or other party believes a contravention of the Fair Work Act has happened.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F47 - Notice of contravention
The F47 Notice of Contravention is a Fair Work Commission form used to inform the Commission that a workplace law breach has occurred. It is lodged when an employer, employee or other party believes a contravention of the Fair Work Act has happened.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is failing to attach concrete evidence to back up the alleged contravention.
- 2Leaving required fields blank
- 3Submitting vague or unsupported allegations
- 4Using the wrong form version
- 5Missing the attachment of key evidence
Plain English
If you think someone has broken workplace rules – like underpaying wages or not giving the correct leave – you fill out this notice. It tells the Fair Work Commission what went wrong so they can investigate.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit the notice as soon as possible after discovering the breach; there is no statutory deadline but prompt filing helps the Commission act quickly.
- 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
- When you suspect an employer has underpaid wages.
- When an employee has been denied lawful leave entitlements.
- When a contract breaches the National Employment Standards.
- When you have documentary evidence of the breach.
- When you want the Commission to investigate a specific contravention.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General dispute with employer
Used for broader disputes, not specific breaches
✓ Confirm you need a contravention notice first
Unpaid wages claim
Focuses on wage recovery, not reporting a breach
✓ Use F47 if you also want enforcement action
Industrial action request
Different purpose – seeks permission for action
✓ File F47 only after the breach is identified
Deadline or filing window
There is no fixed statutory deadline, but filing within 28 days of discovering the breach is recommended to avoid unnecessary delays.
Before you submit
- 1All required fields completed?
- 2Dates entered in DD/MM/YYYY format?
- 3Evidence attached and clearly labelled?
- 4Signature (digital or handwritten) present?
- 5Contact details correct and current?
- 6Form saved as PDF before uploading?
- 7Uploaded file size under the portal limit?
- 8Copy of the completed form saved for your records?
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest F47 PDF from the Fair Work Commission website.
- 2Complete the form using clear, legible text.
- 3Attach supporting documents (payslips, contracts, emails).
- 4Save the completed form as a single PDF.
- 5Log in to the Fair Work Commission online portal and upload the PDF, or mail it to the address on the form.
- 6Record the submission reference number or receipt.
Known limitations
- 1Form does not resolve the dispute itself; it only triggers investigation.
- 2Only applicable to breaches of the Fair Work Act, not state legislation.
- 3No guarantee of outcome; the Commission decides whether to proceed.
- 4Electronic submission may be unavailable during system maintenance.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
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->The F47 is the current form as of 2024. No major revisions have been announced, but check the Fair Work Commission website for any updates before filing.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form number is F47 and dated 2024 or later.
- Check that the online portal link matches the current Commission website.
- Confirm any new fields added for digital signatures.
- Ensure the address for postal submissions is up‑to‑date.
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm name and number from Fair Work Commission listings (F47 Notice of Contravention).
- SRCGeneral purpose inferred from form title and typical Commission processes.
- SRCSubmission methods based on standard Fair Work Commission practice (online portal, postal).
- SRCDeadline guidance inferred from common practice; not confirmed in official source.
- SRCRisk and confusion points derived from typical user errors on similar forms.
- SRCNo specific legal advice provided; all statements qualified as not confirmed in official source where uncertain.
Common confusion points
Mixing up F47 with F1 (general application) forms.
Leaving the ‘date of contravention’ blank or using the wrong format.
Submitting the form without any supporting documents.
Using an outdated PDF version downloaded from a third‑party site.
Not signing the form or using an illegible signature.
Sending the form to the wrong postal address.
Assuming the notice will automatically result in penalties.
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