Human Resources personnel have a major role in ensuring that the company is operating and managing its employees by complying to the various Malaysia Labour Laws. Operational line managers too have varying degrees of involvement in Human Resources related activities and it is critical that they too understand, and work within best practice and comply with legislation. This workshop will give the participants an overview of the important Labour Laws of Malaysia that applies to their workplace. This workshop includes latest proposed amendments and amendments in Budget 2023. Participants will explore unfamiliar aspects and learn how they can contribute to the development of their company’s most important asset – its people.
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— Course Fee: RM 890.00 (Inclusive of 8% Service Tax) —
Module 1: Introduction to Labour Laws of Malaysia
- Principles
- Purpose
- The List of Labour Laws And Its Importance
- The New Changes / What Is Coming?
Module 2 : Understanding Employment Act 1955 and Proposed Amendments
- Scope of The Act
- Contract of service & Contract for service
- Employer – Definition, Duties and Obligation
- Employee – Definition, Duties and Obligation; Categories of Employees (Permanent, Contractors, Foreign Employees)
- Probationer – Definition, Duties and Obligation; Rights
- Termination of Employment
- Termination & Lay-off Benefits
- Domestic Inquiry Process
- Wages – General Rules and Exceptions, Minimum Wage, Deduction of Wages, Failure to pay wages
- Hours of Work, Rest Days & Public Holidays
- Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Hospitalization Leaves, etc
Module 3 : Worker’s Rights under the Industrial Relations Act 1967
- Scope of Act
- Understanding the Terms
- Collective Bargaining and Agreement
- Conciliation
- Industrial Courts and Its Processes
- Trade Disputes
Module 4 : Protecting Employee’s Personal Data
- Principles of PDPA
- Right of Access to Personal Data
- Giving Consent to Access
Module 5 : Learning and Development
- The Applicable Laws for Training Execution
- The Benefits of HRDF
- What Is The Role of Employer
Module 6: Health and Insurance
- Health of Employees
- What Are Employers Responsibilities
- Type of Insurance
Module 7 : Applicable Acts for Wage Calculation
- EPF and the rate of contribution
- SOCSO – rates and benefits
- EIS – rates and purpose
- Income Tax – calculation of tax for residents and non-residents
- HRDF Levy
Module 8: 10 Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Example of 10 Mistakes Made by Employers
Module 9: Compliance and Checklists
- Importance of Compliance
- Checklist to Ensure Compliance
- Conducting a Compliance Audit