Compliance notices

Learn what a compliance notice is and how to respond if you get one.

From 1 January 2025, the maximum penalties for breaking some workplace laws increase. The information in this course about penalties will be updated soon.

To find out more about the changes visit our Litigation page.

Course overview

Have you received a compliance notice from us? Need help?

A compliance notice is a formal document issued by a Fair Work Inspector requiring an employer to fix a contravention of workplace laws.

This online course will help you understand what a compliance notice is and how to respond if you get one.

It includes:

  • information about compliance notices and why they are issued
  • step-by-step guidance for responding to a compliance notice
  • video scenarios and real-life case studies about the consequences of ignoring a compliance notice
  • activities to step learners through how to calculate an underpayment and make back-payments
  • tips to help you avoid common compliance mistakes in your workplace
  • links to free calculators and resources to help you meet the requirements of a compliance notice and prevent future workplace problems.