MatchSection 789FD(2) of the FW Act is not so much an 'exclusion' but a qualification which reinforces that bullying conduct must of itself be unreasonable. It also emphasises the right of management to take reasonable management action in the workplace. In its application, the provision comprises three elements: the behaviour (being relied upon as bullying...
In text[2014] FWC 2104
FAIR WORK COMMISSION
DECISION
Fair Work Act 2009
s.789FC - Application for an order to stop bullying
Ms SB
(AB2014/1035)
COMMISSIONER HAMPTON …
concept: stop_bullying_waconcept: stop_bullying_fwckeyword match
RatioThe FWC dismissed the application for a stop-bullying order because the applicant failed to establish that he was bullied at work within the meaning of s.789FD. While the relationship between the applicant and manager was strained and some communications were unprofessional,...
In text1 Fair Work Act 2009 s.789FC - Application for an order to stop bullying James Gower v James Figueroa, ROCOM PTY LTD T/A Barbagallo Motoring …
RatioAn application for a stop-bullying order under s.789FC must satisfy the requirement in s.789FF(b) that there is a risk the applicant will continue to be bullied at work. Since the applicant's employment was terminated on 11 April 2014, he is no longer at work and therefore...
In text[2014] FWC 3408
FAIR WORK COMMISSION
EX TEMPORE DECISION
Fair Work Act 2009
s.789FC - Application for an order to stop bullying
Mitchell Shaw
v
Australia …
ClaimStop-bullying orders (FWC) via Interlocutory summary dismissal application
MatchTo obtain a stop bullying order under s789FD, the applicant must establish: (1) they were subject to unreasonable behaviour; (2) that behaviour was repeated; (3) they were subject to the repeated unreasonable behaviour while at work; (4) the behaviour is not reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner; (5) the behaviour created a risk...
In text1 Fair Work Act 2009 s.789FC - Application for an order to stop bullying Darren Lacey and Chris Kandelaars v Murrays Australia Pty Limited; Andrew Cullen …
MatchA s.789FC application is expressly an application 'for an order under section 789FF' — an order to stop bullying. This is the sole purpose of such an application; the FWC does not have a general discretion to substitute a summary or statement or recommendation for an order.
In text … DIVISION 2—Stopping workers being bullied at work
789FC Application for an FWC order to stop bullying
(1) A worker who reasonably believes that he or …
ClaimStop-bullying orders (FWC) via Interlocutory summary dismissal application
concept: stop_bullying_waconcept: stop_bullying_fwckeyword match
RatioA worker is bullied at work under the Fair Work Act s.789FD only if an individual or group repeatedly behaves unreasonably towards the worker in a manner that creates a risk to health and safety, and the conduct is not reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable...
In text … OCTOBER 2025 Application for order to stop bullying –whether action is bullying under the FW Act –whether reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchA person is not bullied if the conduct constitutes reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner. Reasonable management action refers to the ability of employers to take appropriate management action, including responding to poor performance, taking necessary disciplinary action, and directing and controlling the way work is carried out.
In text … The possibility or risk must be rationale and not an ideation.
[15]
A person is not bullied if it is reasonable management action carried out in …
MatchReasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner does not constitute unreasonable behaviour under s.789FD(1)(a), though this does not mean the action was entirely beyond criticism or represented best practice.
In text … Each instance of
alleged unreasonable behaviour was denied, and it was further contended that the alleged behaviours constituted reasonable management
action carried out in a reasonable …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchReasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner does not constitute bullying under s.789FD(1).
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correction
has been issued to this document]
FAIR WORK COMMISSION
DECISION
Fair Work Act 2009
s.789FC
- Application for an order to stop bullying
Lisa …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchAn Executive Officer's responsibility to assess work quality and reject deficient material before external submission, when communicated with detailed, reasoned, and constructive feedback, constitutes reasonable management action and does not constitute bullying.
In text … 789FC
of the
Fair Work Act 2009
(the Act), seeking that the
Fair Work Commission
(the Commission) make an Order to stop bullying (a stop bullying …
MatchUnder s.789FF(1), both prerequisites must be met: first, the worker must have been bullied at work by the specified individual or group; second, there must be a risk that the worker will continue to be bullied at work by the same individual or group. The definite article indicates the same individual or group must be involved in both conditions.
In text … Section 789FF(1) of the FW Act establishes the jurisdictional prerequisites for the making of an order to stop bullying. It provides:
(1) If:
(a) a …
[2017] FWC 3907— E.K v UC (University of the Sunshine Coast or similar aged care employer)
FWCAgainst applicant
2017-08-21·cited 2×·appellate 1×·
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchA worker is bullied at work under s.789FD if an individual or group repeatedly behaves unreasonably towards the worker, and that behaviour creates a risk to health and safety, unless the conduct constitutes reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner.
In text … 2017
Application for an FWC order to stop bullying - Evidence considered – Conduct of named persons reasonable management action taken in a reasonable manner - Application dismissed
[1 …
[2015] FWC 5850— Harpreet Singh v Programmed Integrated Workforce Pty Ltd, Coca-Cola Amatil Australia Pty Ltd, Ashcroft
FWCAgainst applicant
2015-08-28·cited 4×·
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchBehaviour will not be considered to be bullying conduct if it is reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner.
In text[2015] FWC 5850
FAIR WORK COMMISSION
DECISION
Fair Work Act 2009
s.789FC - Application for an order to stop bullying
Harpreet Singh
(AB2015/282)
COMMISSIONER HAMPTON …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchThe test for reasonable management action is whether the action was reasonable, not whether it could have been undertaken in a manner that was more reasonable or more acceptable.
In text … BRISBANE, 5 JANUARY 2026 Application for an FWC order to stop bullying – reasonable management action considered – bullying not found – application dismissed [1] On 21 March 2025 …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchReasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner will not result in a person being 'bullied at work'.
In text … an FWC order to stop bullying – whether applicant bullied at work – applicant placed on a performance improvement plan – reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchReasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner under s.789FD(2) comprises three elements: the behaviour must be management action; it must be reasonable for the action to have been taken; and it must have been carried out in a reasonable manner. Determining reasonableness requires objective assessment in context, having regard to...
In text … AUGUST 2016
Application for an order to stop bullying – whether bullying conduct – whether alleged conduct was reasonable management
action carried out in a reasonable manner – findings …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchReasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner is excluded from the definition of bullying.
In text … Introduction
[1]
On 15 March 2016 Bianca Raine (the Applicant) lodged an application for an order to stop bullying pursuant to
s.789
FC of the …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchInvestigation processes conducted by an employer pursuant to legal obligations under the Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth), when conducted following standard human resource management procedures (written notice, interviews, written findings), constitute reasonable management action even if the employee finds the process stressful or demeaning.
In text … were in fact reasonable management action conducted in a reasonable manner to be upheld. As a result, the application for a stop bullying order is dismissed …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchIn order for an action to be 'reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner' under s 789FD(2), the Commission must be objectively satisfied that any disciplinary action was based on a clearly evident and intelligible justification.
In text … 17 FEBRUARY 2015
Application for an FWC order to stop bullying — jurisdictional objection — whether reasonable management action carried
out in a reasonable manner — jurisdictional objection not …
concept: stop_bullying_fwcconcept: reasonable_management_actionkeyword match
MatchConduct that constitutes reasonable management action carried out in a reasonable manner is excluded from constituting bullying. Such exclusion applies to management actions that are lawful, not irrational or absurd, and not a significant departure from established policies or procedures.
In text1 Fair Work Act 2009 s.789FC - Application for an order to stop bullying Mr Deepak Chaudhary v Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd (AB2025/1078) COMMISSIONER …