Industrial Relations Topic 1

Which Act in Malaysia governs the minimum employment conditions, including working hours, rest days, and overtime pay?

• Trade Union Act

• Employment Act

• Industrial Relations Act

• Occupational Safety and Health Act

Which government ministry/agency in Malaysia is responsible for handling industrial relations matters?

• Ministry of Education

• Malaysian Trade Union Congress

• Ministry of Human Resource

• Human Resources Development Fund

Which document outlines the terms and conditions of employment in Malaysia, including wage rates, working hours, and benefits

• Employee handbook

• Collective bargaining agreement

• Employment contract

• Industrial dispute resolution form

What is the significance of the Trade Union Act 1959 in Malaysia?

• It establishes the government's control over trade unions

• It provides financial support to trade unions.

• It bans all trade unions in Malaysia

• It regulates the conduct of trade unions in the country.

In Malaysia, what is the role of the Industrial Court in industrial relations?

• It represents the interests of employers

• It provides legal representation to employees

• It adjudicates and resolves disputes between employers and employees.

• It oversees collective bargaining agreements

What is the primary objective of the Industrial Relations Act 1967 in Malaysia?

• To promote workers' strikes

• To ensure job security for all employees

• To establish a minimum wage for all workers

• To provide a framework for peaceful dispute resolution

In the context of industrial relations, what does the term "collective bargaining" refer to?

• Negotiations between individual employees and their employers

• Negotiations between trade unions and the government

• Negotiations between employers and employees' representatives for employment terms and conditions

• Negotiations between trade unions and foreign corporations

Which of the following is not considered a trade union right in Malaysia?

• The right to collective bargaining

• The right to strike

• The right to conduct political activities within the workplace

• The right to participate in trade union activities

Name of court outside the hierarchy

• Federal court

• Court of Appeal

• Industrial Court

• High Court

The most common file/complaints file by employee are below, EXCEPT...

• Non-payment or late payment of wages

• Non recognition by employer

• Non-payment of maternity benefits

• Failure to comply with the employment contract