Application by the Applicant
Citation: [2026] FWC 2231
What happened
The Applicant applied to the Fair Work Commission seeking an order to stop bullying at work. The Fair Work Commission, comprised of Commissioner McKinnon and another Commissioner, considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. The case relates to the food, beverages and tobacco manufacturing industry.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission considered the Applicant’s application to stop bullying at work. The decision does not detail the specifics of the bullying allegations or the reasons for the assessment. The Commission considered whether the application had reasonable prospects of success. The full decision is available as a PDF document.
What it means for employers
Employers in the food, beverages and tobacco manufacturing industry should be aware of their obligations to prevent bullying in the workplace. This includes promptly addressing complaints and taking appropriate action to protect employees from bullying behaviour.
What it means for employees
Employees experiencing bullying at work can seek assistance from the Fair Work Commission. However, applications must demonstrate reasonable prospects of success.
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