When it comes to labour and employment in Malaysia, there’s a whole anthology of acts and regulations to wade through. Here is the list:
Employment Act & Labour Ordinance
- Employment 1955 (Act265)
- Labour Ordinance (Sabah Cap. 67)
- Labour Ordinance Sarawak (Cap. 76)
- Minimum Standards of Housing, Accommodation and Employee Facilities Act 1990 (Act 446)
- Anti-Trafficking in Persons and Anti-Smuggling of Migrants Act 2007 (Act 670)
- Employment (Restriction) Act 1968 (Act 353)
- Children and Young Persons (Employment) Act 1966 (Act 350)
- Private Employment Agencies Act 1981 (Act 246)
- Employment Information Act 1953 (Act 159)
- Holidays Act 1951
- Weekly Holidays Rules 1951
- Public Holidays Ordinance (Sarawak Cap. 8)
- Holidays Ordinance (Sabah Cap. 56)
Industrial Relations Act
- Industrial Relations Act 1967 (Act 177)
- Trade Union Act 1959 (Act 262)
Social Security Act
- Employees’ Social Security Act 1969 (Act 4)
- National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011 (Act 732)
- Employment Insurance System Act 2017 (Act 800)
- Workmen’s Compensation Act 1952 (Act 273)
- Self-Employment Social Security Act 2017 (Act 789)
- Minimum Retirement Age Act 2012 (Act 753)
Skills Development Act
- Pembangunan Sumber Manusia Berhad Act 2001 (Act 612)
- National Skills Development Act 2006 (Act 652)
- Skills Development Fund Act 2004 (Act 640)
Safety
- Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (Act 514)
- Factories and Machinery Act 1967
- Petroleum (Safety Measures) Act 1984
So, as you can see being a good HR isn’t exactly a walk in the park. Dealing with people at work is like solving a tricky puzzle. Sometimes, it’s even more dramatic than a soap opera! It can be stressful indeed.
But, you know what? It’s also exciting and keeps you on your toes. It’s not a simple job, but who wants simple? So, here’s to the HR heroes who make workplaces work. Cheers.
#HRMatters #MOHR #AuntyHR
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