Employment Act Course Outline

Introduction

There are a number of labour laws in Malaysia. This module pays particular attention to major ones like the Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967 and The Trade Unions Act 1959. The Employment Act provides minimum terms and conditions (mostly of monetary value) to certain category of workers. The Industrial Relations Act provides ways for settlement of trade disputes between employers and employees, whereas The Trade Unions Act regulates trade union registration and the uses of trade union funds. As these Acts are quite complex, and managers and executives should take the time to go through them - they can be interesting, if you are interested. This module has been put together to expose the participants to the essentials of the Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967 and how the understanding of the contents of these two Acts can help them become more effective in their relationship with the employees.

Course Objective

At the end of this course, participant will be able to:

• Acquire a good understanding of the Employment Act 1955 and the Industrial Relations Act 1967
• Be able to apply the legal aspects of the Acts to their human resource management system
• Formulate policies that will enhance a more harmonious employer-employee relationship
• Take the necessary actions as and when appropriate in HR cases that are relevant to the Labour Laws

Course Methodology

This program employs adult learning techniques, which include active learning strategies to facilitate understanding and retention. Participants will spend 70% of the time in individual or group activities, which allow them to learn, develop and practice vital skills. The trainer will draw examples from the participants’ experience to simulate real life working situations. He uses a workbook to facilitate the program and will hand out additional notes where necessary.

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Course Content

Module 1: Overview Of Malaysian Labour Laws

• The Malaysian Employment Act 1955
• Industrial Relations Act 1967

Module 2: Guide To Employment Act 1955

• Definition Of “Employee”
• Who Is Covered Under The Employment Act
• Contract Of Service
• Payment Of Wages
• Deductions From Wages
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Employment Of Women
• Maternity Benefits
• Other Benefits Of Monetary Form
• Termination Benefits And Lay-Off Benefits

Module 3: Differences Between The Employment Act 1955 And The Industrial Relations Act 1967

• Definition Of “Employee” Under The Employment Act
• Definition Of “Workman” Under The Industrial Relations Act
• Employees On Probation

Module 4: Guide To Industrial Relations Act 1967

• Protection Of Rights Of Workmen And Employers And Their Trade Unions
• Claim For Recognition
• Collective Bargaining
• Concilliation
• Representations On Dismissals
• Industrial Court
• Awards
• Maternity Protection – Eligibility
• Domestic Enquiry

Module 5: Essential Knowledge Of Other Acts In The Labour Law

• Employment (Termination And Lay-Off Benefits Regulations) 1980 
• Employees Provident Fund Act 1951
• Social Securities Organisation Act 1969 (Socso)
• Workmen's Compensation Act 1952
• Trade Unions Act 1959

Course Timetable

Time	1st Day	2nd Day
9.00 am	Module 1 Overview Of Malaysian Labour Laws	Module 3 Differences Between The Employment Act 1955 And The Industrial Relations Act 1967
10.45 am	Tea Break
11.00 am	Resume Module 1	Module 4 Guide To Industrial Relations Act 1967
1.00 pm	Lunch
2.00 pm	Module 2 Guide To Employment Act 1955	Resume Module 4
3.30 pm	Tea Break
3.45 pm	Resume Module 2	Module 5 Essential Knowledge Of Other Acts In The Labour Law
5.00 pm	End of Training

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