INTRODUCTION TO EMPLOYMENT LAW

What is the minimum duration requirement for written employment contract in Malaysia?

• Six weeks

• One month

• Three months

• Two weeks

How many hours per week are employees allowed to work according to the Working Hours Regulations in Malaysia?

• 40 hours

• 45 hours

• 42 hours

• 48 hours

Name one mandatory employee benefit that required by Malaysian employment law.

• Health insurance

• Paid vacation days

• Employees' Provident Fund (EPF)

• Retirement savings plan

What are the procedures that an employer must follow when terminating an employee in Malaysia?

• The employer must provide written notice of termination, allow the employee to be heard, follow notice period/payment in lieu of notice, and comply with contract/labor laws.

• The employer can terminate the employee without following any legal procedures

• The employer can terminate the employee via text message

• The employer can terminate the employee without any notice or compensation

What is the current minimum wage in Malaysia?

• Minimum wage in Malaysia varies by region and sector, with Peninsular Malaysia at RM1,200 per month and Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan at RM1,100 per month.

• Minimum wage in Malaysia is RM1,300 per month

• Minimum wage in Malaysia is RM1,700 per month

• Minimum wage in Malaysia is RM1,000 per month

Under Malaysian employment law, what is the maximum hours for an employee can work in a day?

• 10 hours

• 12 hours

• 8 hours

• 6 hours

What are some common employee benefits provided by companies in Malaysia?

• Paid parental leave, retirement plan, flexible working hours

• Gym membership, overtime pay, company car

• Free meals, team building activities, performance bonuses

• EPF contributions, SOCSO coverage, medical insurance, annual leave, public holidays

What are the grounds for lawful termination of an employee in Malaysia?

• Misconduct, poor performance, redundancy, breach of contract, and incapacity due to illness or injury

• Insubordination, excessive tardiness, lack of enthusiasm, personal dislike, lack of social media presence

Under the below situation, employees are allowed to work more than normal working hours except.......

• Reasons for unavoidable work interruptions

• National defense or security

• Employee need to complete the task within time frame

• Accident or emergency at work

What are the consequences for employers who do not comply with Malaysian labour laws regarding employee benefits?

• Tax deductions for the employer

• Free vacation days for the employer

• Increased employee morale

• Penalties such as fines, legal actions, or imprisonment.