Apply to be exempt from providing an entry notice (Form F44)

Use Form F44 for your organisation to apply for a certificate which will exempt it from needing to provide notice of entry to the premise of an occupier to investigate a suspected breach of workplace laws.

An exemption notice can be issued by the Commission if we are satisfied that giving notice of entry may result in evidence being changed.

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Before you start
Who can use this form
Apply now
What happens next?
Rules and regulations for this form

Before you start

Have this information ready before you begin. You will need to tell us:

your details
your representative's details, such as a lawyer or paid agent (if you are using one)
the details of the employer
the details of the premises to be entered
the industry of the employer
the proposed date of entry
the suspected breaches of the Fair Work Act or other instrument.

Who can use this form

Form F44 may be used if your organisation wishes to apply for an exemption certificate.

Apply now

Email your application to lodge@fwc.gov.au.

You can also send or deliver your document to the Commission office near you.

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Form F44 (doc) – Application for an exemption from the requirement to provide an entry notice Form F44 (pdf) – Application for an exemption from the requirement to provide an entry notice

What happens next?

After we receive your application, we will contact you to explain the next steps in the process.

Rules and regulations for this form

Fair Work Act 2009: Section 519