Employment-Related Legislation Quiz

What is the Employment Act 1955?

• A law for children only

• A law for foreign workers

• A law for private sector workers

• A law for public sector workers

What year was the Children and Young Persons (Employment) Act enacted?

• 1977

• 2011

• 1966

• 1955

Which act provides for maternity leave in Malaysia?

• National Wages Consultative Council Act

• Children and Young Persons Act

• Employment Act 1955

• Pensions Act 1980

What is the maximum working hours per week according to the Employment Act?

• 40 hours

• 45 hours

• 50 hours

• 60 hours

What is the minimum retirement age according to the Minimum Retirement Age Act?

• 70 years

• 60 years

• 55 years

• 65 years

How many public holidays are employees entitled to in a year?

• 8

• 10

• 12

• 11

What is the purpose of the Employment Insurance System Act 2017?

• To set minimum wages

• To regulate working hours

• To provide unemployment benefits

• To provide maternity leave

What is the maximum overtime payment rate?

• 2 times

• 3 times

• 2.5 times

• 1.5 times

What is the minimum maternity leave period?

• 98 days

• 60 days

• 70 days

• 90 days

What is the role of the Malaysian Department of Labour?

• To provide training

• To pay wages

• To hire employees

• To enforce laws