{"id":3817,"date":"2021-11-11T15:35:43","date_gmt":"2021-11-11T07:35:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/?page_id=3817"},"modified":"2025-04-29T13:22:54","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T05:22:54","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/?page_id=3817&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Frequently asked questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"3817\" class=\"elementor elementor-3817\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a28eb6b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default elementor-invisible\" data-id=\"a28eb6b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;slideInLeft&quot;,&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container 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data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-297b06b9&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-what-is-the-meaning-of-termination-of-employment-retrenchment\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-what-is-the-meaning-of-termination-of-employment-retrenchment\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. What is the meaning of termination of employment (retrenchment)?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Termination of employment (retrenchment) refers to the ending of a contract of service due to company closure or surplus of labour. A surplus of labour may arise from various circumstances such as company restructuring, reduction in production, mergers, technological changes, company takeovers, and other similar reasons. This does <strong data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"480\">not<\/strong> include terminations resulting from disciplinary action or dismissal due to employee misconduct.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-what-steps-should-an-employer-take-to-avoid-retrenchment-of-employees\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-what-steps-should-an-employer-take-to-avoid-retrenchment-of-employees\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. What steps should an employer take to avoid retrenchment of employees?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"403\">When a situation of surplus labour arises, the employer must first take appropriate measures to avoid retrenchment of employees as recommended under the <em data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"377\">Code of Conduct for Industrial Harmony<\/em>, including the following:<\/p><p data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"403\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"1578\">2.1. Imposing a freeze on new recruitment, except for critical positions;<br data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"484\" \/>2.2. Limiting overtime work;<br data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"518\" \/>2.3. Restricting work on weekly rest days and public holidays;<br data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"586\" \/>2.4. Reducing the number of working days per week or the number of shift rotations;<br data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"675\" \/>2.5. Shortening daily working hours;<br data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"717\" \/>2.6. Implementing retraining programmes for employees;<br data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"777\" \/>2.7. Identifying alternative jobs and redeployment to other departments or roles within the same company;<br data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"888\" \/>2.8<strong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"895\">.<\/strong> Implementing temporary lay-offs, for example in the form of a <strong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"980\">temporary shutdown<\/strong>, with reasonable remuneration and assisting affected employees to obtain temporary employment elsewhere until operations resume.<br data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1112\" \/>If a temporary lay-off is implemented, the <strong data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1167\">duration<\/strong> must be reported to the Sarawak Department of Labour for monitoring purposes, to determine whether the employees will be re-employed, offered <strong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1347\">Voluntary Separation Scheme (VSS)<\/strong>, or permanently retrenched in the future; and<br data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1396\" \/>2.9. Implementing a <strong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1449\">salary reduction (pay-cut)<\/strong> fairly across all levels, which may be considered as a <strong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1520\">last resort<\/strong> after all other cost-saving measures have been exhausted.<\/p><p data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"1578\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1763\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1592\">Note:<\/strong> Measures stated in items <strong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1639\">2.7, 2.8, and 2.9<\/strong> must be implemented <strong data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1688\">with the written consent<\/strong> of the affected employees or their respective trade union representatives.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-what-steps-should-an-employer-take-if-retrenchment-becomes-unavoidable\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-what-steps-should-an-employer-take-if-retrenchment-becomes-unavoidable\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. What steps should an employer take if retrenchment becomes unavoidable?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"375\">If retrenchment is still necessary despite the measures outlined in paragraph 2, the employer must take the following steps to minimise the adverse effects on the affected employees:<\/p><p data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"375\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"1052\"><strong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"384\">3.1<\/strong> Notify and consult with the employees or their trade union representatives as early as possible regarding the planned retrenchment;<br data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"519\" \/><strong data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"526\">3.2<\/strong> Offer a <strong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"580\">voluntary separation or retirement scheme<\/strong> with the best possible compensation package;<br data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"628\" \/><strong data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"635\">3.3<\/strong> Pay <strong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"680\">termination benefits or compensation<\/strong> to eligible employees;<br data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"706\" data-is-only-node=\"\" \/><strong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"713\">3.4<\/strong> Retire employees who have reached or exceeded the normal retirement age;<br data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"789\" \/><strong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"796\">3.5<\/strong> Provide <strong data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"830\">notice of termination<\/strong> of service in accordance with the contract of service. If the contract does not stipulate the notice period, the employer shall provide notice in accordance with the <strong data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1038\">Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76)<\/strong> as follows:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1133\">(a) 4 weeks\u2019 notice for employees who have worked for <strong data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1130\">less than 2 years<\/strong>;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1226\">(b) 6 weeks\u2019 notice for employees who have worked for <strong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1223\">2 years but less than 5 years<\/strong>;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1303\">(c) 8 weeks\u2019 notice for employees who have worked for <strong data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1302\">5 years or more<\/strong>;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"2045\"><strong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1312\">3.6<\/strong> Assist employees in seeking alternative employment with the cooperation of the <strong data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1424\">Sarawak Department of Labour<\/strong>, under the Ministry of Human Resources;<br data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1467\" \/><strong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1474\">3.7<\/strong> Implement retrenchment in <strong data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1511\">phases<\/strong> over an extended period;<br data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1539\" \/><strong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1546\">3.8<\/strong> Apply the <strong data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1575\" data-is-only-node=\"\">FWFO principle<\/strong> (<em data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1605\">Foreign Worker \u2013 First Out<\/em>) for the same job category, i.e. foreign workers shall be retrenched before local workers; and<br data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1703\" \/><strong data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1710\">3.9<\/strong> Apply the <strong data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1739\">LIFO principle<\/strong> (<em data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1762\">Last In \u2013 First Out<\/em>) where retrenchment involves local employees in the same job category. However, the employer may also carry out retrenchment based on other agreed <strong data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1934\">objective criteria<\/strong>, provided such criteria are discussed and agreed upon with the employees or their trade union representatives.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-what-are-the-employers-responsibilities-in-reporting-retrenchment-and-related-actions-to-the-sarawak-department-of-labour-jtk-sarawak\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-what-are-the-employer-s-responsibilities-in-reporting-retrenchment-and-related-actions-to-the-sarawak-department-of-labour-jtk-sarawak\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. What are the employer\u2019s responsibilities in reporting retrenchment and related actions to the Sarawak Department of Labour (JTK Sarawak)?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"532\">4.1<strong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"257\">.<\/strong> Employers are required to report to the nearest <strong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"338\">Sarawak Department of Labour<\/strong> office <strong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"366\">at least 30 days<\/strong> before implementing any of the following actions by using the <strong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"474\">Retrenchment Notification Form (JTKSWK19)<\/strong>, according to the type of retrenchment to be carried out:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"574\">4.1.1. Retrenchment of employees;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"623\">4.1.2. Voluntary separation of employees;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"672\">4.1.3. Temporary lay-off of employees; or<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"723\">4.1.4. Reduction of employee wages (Pay-Cut).<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"877\">4.2. The Retrenchment Notification Form may be obtained free of charge from any Sarawak Labour Office, or downloaded from the JTKSWK19 Forms section.<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"1164\">4.3. This form has been gazetted as <strong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"951\">P.U.(B)205 dated 26 June 2009<\/strong>. Any employer who fails to comply with this requirement commits an offence under <strong data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1092\">Section 2(2) of the Notification of Retrenchment 2009<\/strong>, and upon conviction, may be fined <strong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1146\">up to RM50,000<\/strong> for each offence.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-what-are-the-rights-of-employees-involved-in-dismissal\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-what-are-the-rights-of-employees-involved-in-dismissal\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. What are the rights of employees involved in dismissal?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employees who are dismissed are entitled to the minimum termination benefits if they are protected under the <strong data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"262\">Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76)<\/strong> or a <strong data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"292\">Collective Agreement<\/strong>.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>5.1 Labor Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76)<\/strong><br \/>Generally, employees who are protected under the Labor Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76) and involved in layoffs are eligible to claim the following statutory benefits:<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.1.1 Wages in lieu of notice<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">Employees who are dismissed without being given a sufficient notice period of termination of service, can claim payment of notice compensation wages (Indemnity). Notice severance pay must be paid no later than the last day the service contract is terminated.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.1.2 Termination benefits<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">The payment of severance benefits shall be in accordance with the service contract, but shall not be less than the rate set under the Labor (Sarawak) (Termination and Temporary Termination Benefits) Rules 2008 which are:-<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 120px;\">a) 10 days&#8217; salary for each year of service if the employee has served less than 2 years;<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 120px;\">b) 15 days salary for each year of service if the employee has served for 2 years but less than 5 years; or<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 120px;\">c) 20 days&#8217; salary for each year of service if the employee has served 5 years or more and is calculated pro-rata over the odd period of a year, according to the nearest even month.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">The formula prescribed under the Employment (Termination and Temporary Employment Benefits) Regulations 1980, namely:<\/p><table style=\"margin-left: 80px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"><tbody style=\"padding-left: 80px;\"><tr style=\"padding-left: 80px;\"><td style=\"padding-left: 80px;\">Gaji 12 bulan<\/td><td style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" rowspan=\"2\">x<\/td><td style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" rowspan=\"2\">Tempoh Perkhidmatan<\/td><td style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" rowspan=\"2\">x<\/td><td style=\"padding-left: 80px;\">(Bilangan tempoh berkhidmat)<\/td><\/tr><tr style=\"padding-left: 80px;\"><td style=\"padding-left: 80px;\">Kelayakan 365 hari<\/td><td style=\"padding-left: 80px;\">(10\/15\/20 hari setahun)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.1.3 Employees are entitled to written details of the amount of the total termination benefits and how the calculation is made. Termination benefits must be paid no later than 7 days from the date the employee is terminated.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.1.4 Payment in lieu of remaining annual leave, if any.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.1.5 Salary Balance.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.1.6 Employees involved in layoffs can refer to the nearest Labor Department for more information.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>5.2 Industrial Relations Act 1967<\/strong><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.2.1 If the employee involved in the layoff is a member of a trade union and signed a Collective Agreement, the employee is entitled to those things;<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 120px;\">i) Compensation as specified in the Collective Agreement; or<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 120px;\">ii) Restoration of Work under section 20 of the Industrial Relations Act 1967, if the employee is not satisfied with the dismissal action taken by his employer<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.2.2 For workers who are not protected under the Labor Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76) or Agreement.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">Together, they are subject to the terms and conditions under the service contract or the employer&#8217;s discretion regarding the amount of compensation to be received.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify; padding-left: 80px;\">5.2.3 Employees can seek further advice from the Industrial Relations Department that is close to the workplace.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-what-should-a-laid-off-employee-do\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-what-should-a-laid-off-employee-do\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. What should a laid-off employee do?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The steps to be taken by the dismissed employee are:<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>i. Report the proposal or Termination action that will be or has been taken by their employer to the nearest Manpower Office.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>i. Register either at the nearest SOCSO office or online at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myfuturejobs.gov.my\/\">MyFutureJobs<\/a> portal.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>iii. Ensure that severance pay or benefits have been received (if eligible).<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-wage-salary-minimum-salary\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"wage-salary-minimum-salary\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Wage \/ Salary \/ Minimum Salary                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"5477\" class=\"elementor elementor-5477\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1c35f9f4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1c35f9f4\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4b076871\" data-id=\"4b076871\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-17f0b1da elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"17f0b1da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-17f0b1da\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-17f0b1da&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-who-are-the-workers-covered-by-the-labour-ordinance-sarawak-chapter-76\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-who-are-the-workers-covered-by-the-labour-ordinance-sarawak-chapter-76\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                 1. Who are the workers covered by the Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76)?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76) protects workers under the following categories:-<\/p><ol><li class=\"\" data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"116\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"116\">Any person who enters into a contract of service.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"176\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"176\">Employees earning up to and exceeding RM4,000 per month.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"338\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"338\">Manual employees (with no wage limit) or employees as defined under the First Schedule (subsection 2 of section 2) of the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76).<\/p><\/li><\/ol>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-when-is-the-last-period-of-wage-payment\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-when-is-the-last-period-of-wage-payment\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                 2. When is the last period of wage payment?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Not later than the seventh (7) days after the end of the wage period<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-when-do-all-payments-need-to-be-made-if-the-employee-is-terminated-by-the-employer\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-when-do-all-payments-need-to-be-made-if-the-employee-is-terminated-by-the-employer\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. When do all payments need to be made if the employee is terminated by the employer?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">No later than the day the contract is terminated or the following day that is not a public holiday.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-when-do-all-payments-need-to-be-made-if-the-employee-himself-quits-work\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-when-do-all-payments-need-to-be-made-if-the-employee-himself-quits-work\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. When do all payments need to be made if the employee himself quits work?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <ul><li style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the event that the employee quits by giving sufficient notice &#8211; wages must be paid on the day he quits.<\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><ul><li style=\"text-align: justify;\">If the employee gives insufficient notice &#8211; the employer must pay no later than the seventh (7) day after the end of the wage period.<\/li><\/ul>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-do-wages-have-to-be-paid-if-the-employee-is-absent-due-to-court-appearances\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-do-wages-have-to-be-paid-if-the-employee-is-absent-due-to-court-appearances\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. Do wages have to be paid if the employee is absent due to court appearances?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Wages are paid to employees who attend court cases with justification given by the court that the employee&#8217;s presence is of interest to help uphold public justice.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-can-a-wage-deduction-be-done-when-overpaying-an-employees-wages-in-the-last-five-5-months\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-can-a-wage-deduction-be-done-when-overpaying-an-employee-039-s-wages-in-the-last-five-5-months\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. Can a wage deduction be done when overpaying an employee&#039;s wages in the last five (5) months?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Wages can be deducted to the extent of overpayments made within three (3) months prior to the employer&#8217;s mistake.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7-can-deductions-be-made-for-the-purpose-of-paying-for-uniforms-or-rent-for-accommodation\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"7-can-deductions-be-made-for-the-purpose-of-paying-for-uniforms-or-rent-for-accommodation\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                7. Can deductions be made for the purpose of paying for uniforms or rent for accommodation?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p><strong>Cannot be done<\/strong> unless written permission is obtained from the Director of the Department of Labor (JTK)<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-8-can-the-wage-payment-be-made-by-the-employer-through-a-bank-or-check\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"7\"  \n                        data-title=\"8-can-the-wage-payment-be-made-by-the-employer-through-a-bank-or-check\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                8. Can the wage payment be made by the employer through a bank or check?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Wages shall be paid through a financial institution, and if wages are to be paid by cheque, a written request from the employee must first be obtained.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-9-what-is-the-normal-wage-rate\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"8\"  \n                        data-title=\"9-what-is-the-normal-wage-rate\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                9. What is the normal wage rate?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <ul><li>The normal wage rate for monthly salaried workers is calculated according to the formula:<\/li><\/ul><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Monthly Wage Rate \/ <\/strong><strong>26<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><ul><li>The normal wage rate for weekly salaried workers is calculated according to the formula:<\/li><\/ul><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Weekly Wage Rate \/ <\/strong><strong>6<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>For an estimated, click on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/?page_id=16175\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">calculator<\/a><\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-general-faqs\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"general-faqs\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                General FAQs                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"5494\" class=\"elementor elementor-5494\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5640302e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5640302e\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4a947ff7\" data-id=\"4a947ff7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-72afed57 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"72afed57\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-72afed57\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-72afed57&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-layoff\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"layoff\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Layoff                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13562\" class=\"elementor elementor-13562\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-58b6f9ae elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"58b6f9ae\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4026c4d7\" data-id=\"4026c4d7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-192e0f93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"192e0f93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-192e0f93\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-192e0f93&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-does-the-employer-need-to-inform-the-department-of-labour-jtk-if-they-intend-to-terminate-an-employee\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-does-the-employer-need-to-inform-the-department-of-labour-jtk-if-they-intend-to-terminate-an-employee\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. Does the employer need to inform the Department of Labour (JTK) if they intend to terminate an employee?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employers need to report to the nearest Department of Labour (JTK) by filling out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/RETRENCHMENT-FORM-JTKSWK-19-EN-2024.xls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Form JTKSWK19<\/a> at least 30 days before terminating an employee.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-what-is-voluntary-separation-scheme-vss-or-pemberhentian-secara-sukarela\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-what-is-voluntary-separation-scheme-vss-or-pemberhentian-secara-sukarela\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. What is Voluntary Separation Scheme (VSS) or Pemberhentian Secara Sukarela?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Voluntary Separation is a scheme where employees are allowed to terminate their employment contracts voluntarily with compensation offered by the employer.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-terms-of-service\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"terms-of-service\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Terms of service                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13566\" class=\"elementor elementor-13566\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-57051651 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"57051651\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7a10c2d1\" data-id=\"7a10c2d1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88e749c elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"88e749c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-88e749c\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-88e749c&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-what-needs-to-be-prepared-by-the-employer-when-hiring-employees\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-what-needs-to-be-prepared-by-the-employer-when-hiring-employees\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. What needs to be prepared by the employer when hiring employees?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employers need to prepare a list containing specific information such as personal details, terms and conditions, as well as salary and allowances received for each pay period.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-does-the-employer-need-to-prepare-a-written-service-contract\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-does-the-employer-need-to-prepare-a-written-service-contract\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. Does the employer need to prepare a written service contract?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employers need to prepare a service contract and provide a copy to the employee when the contract exceeds 1 month and has a specific duration.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-can-the-terms-of-service-be-modified\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-can-the-terms-of-service-be-modified\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. Can the terms of service be modified?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The terms of service can be altered with the consent of both the employer and the employee, provided that it does not violate any provisions under the Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76) and other laws.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-are-terms-and-conditions-that-are-less-beneficial-to-the-employee-applicable\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-are-terms-and-conditions-that-are-less-beneficial-to-the-employee-applicable\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. Are terms and conditions that are less beneficial to the employee applicable?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Any terms of service that are less beneficial to the employee are void and unenforceable if they do not comply with the terms or conditions set out in the Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76).<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-what-are-the-responsibilities-of-the-employer-if-they-want-to-terminate-an-employees-service\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-what-are-the-responsibilities-of-the-employer-if-they-want-to-terminate-an-employee-039-s-service\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. What are the responsibilities of the employer if they want to terminate an employee&#039;s service?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <ol><li style=\"text-align: justify;\">The first responsibility of the employer is to provide adequate notice of termination to the employee.<\/li><li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Payment of notice pay if the employer fails to provide sufficient notice.<\/li><li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Severance benefits for employees who have completed 12 consecutive months of service with the same employer.<\/li><li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Reimbursement of annual leave pay that can be taken by the employee.<\/li><li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Other payments that the employee is entitled to, such as outstanding salary.<\/li><li style=\"text-align: justify;\">The employer&#8217;s responsibility is to repatriate the terminated employee to their home country or home state or place of origin.<\/li><\/ol>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-what-is-the-notice-period-required-to-be-given-by-the-employer-or-the-employee-if-not-stated-in-the-service-contract-the-notice-period-is-as-follows\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-what-is-the-notice-period-required-to-be-given-by-the-employer-or-the-employee-if-not-stated-in-the-service-contract-the-notice-period-is-as-follows\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. What is the notice period required to be given by the employer or the employee? If not stated in the service contract, the notice period is as follows:                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <ol><li>For less than two (2) years of service, 4 weeks&#8217; notice or 4 weeks&#8217; pay in lieu of notice.<\/li><li>For two (2) years but less than five (5) years of service, 6 weeks&#8217; notice or 6 weeks&#8217; pay in lieu of notice.<\/li><li>For five (5) years of service and above, 8 weeks&#8217; notice or 8 weeks&#8217; pay in lieu of notice.<\/li><\/ol>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7-under-what-circumstances-can-an-employer-terminate-an-employees-service-contract-without-notice\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"7-under-what-circumstances-can-an-employer-terminate-an-employee-039-s-service-contract-without-notice\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                7. Under what circumstances can an employer terminate an employee&#039;s service contract without notice?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>An employer can terminate the service under the following circumstances:<\/p><ol><li>Intentional violation of the service contract.<\/li><li>Misconduct inconsistent with compliance with the terms of service.<\/li><\/ol>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-8-what-other-actions-can-the-employer-take-if-an-employee-commits-an-offense-aside-from-terminating-the-service-contract-without-notice\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"7\"  \n                        data-title=\"8-what-other-actions-can-the-employer-take-if-an-employee-commits-an-offense-aside-from-terminating-the-service-contract-without-notice\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                8. What other actions can the employer take if an employee commits an offense aside from terminating the service contract without notice?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The employer can demote the employee or impose reasonable disciplinary actions, including a suspension without pay not exceeding a period of two (2) weeks&#8217; salary, upon conducting an internal investigation.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-female-workers\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"female-workers\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Female Workers                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13570\" class=\"elementor elementor-13570\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4fbf4563 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4fbf4563\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-742662b6\" data-id=\"742662b6\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21225ab4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"21225ab4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-21225ab4\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-21225ab4&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-can-female-employees-work-until-midnight\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-can-female-employees-work-until-midnight\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. Can female employees work until midnight?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Working between the hours of ten o&#8217;clock at night and five o&#8217;clock in the morning is not allowed, except with the permission of the Director of Labour Sarawak.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-in-which-sector-are-female-workers-prohibited-from-working-between-ten-oclock-at-night-and-five-oclock-in-the-morning\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-in-which-sector-are-female-workers-prohibited-from-working-between-ten-o-039-clock-at-night-and-five-o-039-clock-in-the-morning\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. In which sector are female workers prohibited from working between ten o&#039;clock at night and five o&#039;clock in the morning?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Sector of industry, forestry, and agriculture.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-how-many-days-of-paid-maternity-leave-are-female-employees-eligible-to-receive\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-how-many-days-of-paid-maternity-leave-are-female-employees-eligible-to-receive\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. How many days of paid maternity leave are female employees eligible to receive?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>60 days in a continuous manner.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-is-a-female-employee-eligible-to-receive-maternity-pay-allowance-if-she-already-has-five-children\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-is-a-female-employee-eligible-to-receive-maternity-pay-allowance-if-she-already-has-five-children\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. Is a female employee eligible to receive maternity pay \/ allowance if she already has five children?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Eligibility to receive maternity pay \/ allowance is up to a maximum of five living children.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-what-is-the-amount-of-maternity-allowance-that-is-eligible-to-be-received\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-what-is-the-amount-of-maternity-allowance-that-is-eligible-to-be-received\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. What is the amount of maternity allowance that is eligible to be received?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The amount of maternity allowance that a female employee is entitled to receive from the employer is based on the regular salary rate.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-when-can-maternity-leave-be-taken\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-when-can-maternity-leave-be-taken\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. When can maternity leave be taken?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Maternity leave can be taken thirty (30) days earlier before childbirth or on the day immediately following childbirth. However, the employee may be required to commence maternity leave at any time within a period of fourteen (14) days before childbirth if certified by a medical officer or registered medical practitioner appointed by the employer that the employee is unable to perform her duties due to her pregnancy condition.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7-what-are-the-eligibility-requirements-for-a-female-employee-to-qualify-for-maternity-leave-and-allowance\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"7-what-are-the-eligibility-requirements-for-a-female-employee-to-qualify-for-maternity-leave-and-allowance\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                7. What are the eligibility requirements for a female employee to qualify for maternity leave and allowance?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>To qualify for maternity leave and allowance, the employee must meet the following conditions:<\/p><ul><li>She must give birth after at least twenty-eight (28) weeks of pregnancy.<\/li><li>She does not have five (5) or more living children at the time of childbirth.<\/li><li>She must have been employed at any time within four (4) weeks before childbirth.<\/li><li>She must have been employed for a period of not less than ninety (90) days within the nine (9) months before childbirth.<\/li><li>She must inform the employer within 60 days before childbirth, notifying the date she intends to commence her maternity leave.<\/li><\/ul>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-working-hours\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"working-hours\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Working Hours                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13574\" class=\"elementor elementor-13574\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6ff29350 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6ff29350\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3fa80840\" data-id=\"3fa80840\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-361a0340 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"361a0340\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-361a0340\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-361a0340&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-what-is-the-limit-for-overtime-work\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-what-is-the-limit-for-overtime-work\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. What is the limit for overtime work?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The limit for overtime work <strong>cannot exceed 104 hours<\/strong> in a month.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-how-many-working-hours-are-allowed-per-day\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-how-many-working-hours-are-allowed-per-day\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. How many working hours are allowed per day?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The allowed working hours per day are:<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><ul><li>Not exceeding <strong>eight (8) hours<\/strong> per day.<\/li><li>Not exceeding a total of <strong>ten (10) hours<\/strong> in one day, including break time.<\/li><\/ul>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-what-happens-if-an-employee-works-on-a-weekly-rest-day\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-what-happens-if-an-employee-works-on-a-weekly-rest-day\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. What happens if an employee works on a weekly rest day?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Employers are required to make payment for work on a weekly rest day as follows:<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Monthly wage<\/strong>: If working less than half of the usual working hours, payment equivalent to half a day&#8217;s salary at the regular rate. If working more than half but not exceeding the usual working hours, payment equivalent to one day&#8217;s salary at the regular rate.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Daily \/ hourly wage<\/strong>: If working less than half of the usual working hours, payment equivalent to one day&#8217;s salary at the regular rate. If working more than half but not exceeding the usual working hours, payment equivalent to two days&#8217; salary at the regular rate.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-how-is-overtime-work-calculated\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-how-is-overtime-work-calculated\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. How is overtime work calculated?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <ul>\n \t<li><strong>Work on regular days at a rate of one and a half (1.5)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nCalculation\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Monthly wage<\/td>\n<td>:<\/td>\n<td>Wage \u00f7 26 x 1.5 x Total Overtime Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Daily wage<\/td>\n<td>:<\/td>\n<td>Wage \u00f7 8 x 1.5 x Total Overtime Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ul><br>\n \t<li><strong>Work on the weekly rest day at a rate of two (2.0)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nCalculations\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Monthly wage<\/td>\n<td>:<\/td>\n<td>wage \u00f7 26 x 2.0 x Total Overtime Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Daily wage<\/td>\n<td>:<\/td>\n<td>Wage \u00f7 8 x 2.0 x Total Overtime Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Work on public holidays at a rate of three (3.0)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nCalculation\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Monthly wage<\/td>\n<td>:<\/td>\n<td>Wage \u00f7 26 x 3.0 x Total Overtime Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Daily wage<\/td>\n<td>:<\/td>\n<td>Wage \u00f7 8 x 3.0 x Total Overtime Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-holiday\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"holiday\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                 Holiday                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13578\" class=\"elementor elementor-13578\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5557fa92 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5557fa92\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b4835a7\" data-id=\"b4835a7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b0b23d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"4b0b23d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4b0b23d0\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-4b0b23d0&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-how-many-days-of-weekly-rest-leave-are-employees-entitled-to\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-how-many-days-of-weekly-rest-leave-are-employees-entitled-to\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. How many days of weekly rest leave are employees entitled to?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employees are entitled to at least one day of weekly rest leave in one week, but if there are more than one day of rest, then the last day is considered the weekly rest day.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-what-is-the-minimum-number-of-public-holidays-that-employees-are-entitled-to-in-a-year\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-what-is-the-minimum-number-of-public-holidays-that-employees-are-entitled-to-in-a-year\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. What is the minimum number of public holidays that employees are entitled to in a year?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>At least 18 days of public holidays are mandated in a year, including:<\/p><ul><li>4 compulsory holidays, namely National Day, the Birthday of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, the Birthday of the Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sarawak, and Labor Day;<\/li><li>12 rest holidays determined based on the employees&#8217; respective religions and beliefs; and<\/li><li>2 additional rest holidays declared by the Sarawak state government, namely Malaysia Day and Sarawak Independence Day.<\/li><\/ul>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-what-is-the-rate-of-payment-for-work-on-public-holidays\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-what-is-the-rate-of-payment-for-work-on-public-holidays\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. What is the rate of payment for work on public holidays?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">For employees with monthly, weekly, daily, and hourly wages, the wage rate paid is 2 days&#8217; pay at the regular rate. For employees paid based on piece rate, the wage rate is paid at twice the regular rate for one rate.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-how-many-days-of-annual-leave-is-an-employee-entitled-to\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-how-many-days-of-annual-leave-is-an-employee-entitled-to\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. How many days of annual leave is an employee entitled to?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <ul><li>One year or more but less than two (2) years &#8211; 8 days per year.<\/li><li>Two (2) years up to less than five (5) years &#8211; 12 days per year.<\/li><li>Five (5) years or more &#8211; 16 days per year.<\/li><\/ul>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-what-are-the-qualifications-that-entitle-an-employee-to-annual-leave\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-what-are-the-qualifications-that-entitle-an-employee-to-annual-leave\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. What are the qualifications that entitle an employee to annual leave?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employees must work for a continuous period of 12 months with the same employer. However, if an employee is absent from work without the employer&#8217;s permission and without reasonable cause for more than 10% of the working days in 12 months, the employee has forfeited the right to annual leave.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-how-many-paid-sick-leave-days-is-an-employee-entitled-to\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-how-many-paid-sick-leave-days-is-an-employee-entitled-to\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. How many paid sick leave days is an employee entitled to?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <ul><li>Less than two (2) years &#8211; 14 days per year.<\/li><li>Two (2) years up to less than five (5) years &#8211; 18 days per year.<\/li><li>Five (5) years and above &#8211; 22 days per year.<\/li><li>Hospitalization 60 days in aggregate.<\/li><\/ul>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7-can-a-medical-certificate-issued-by-a-dental-doctor-be-considered-as-paid-sick-leave\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"7-can-a-medical-certificate-issued-by-a-dental-doctor-be-considered-as-paid-sick-leave\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                7. Can a medical certificate issued by a dental doctor be considered as paid sick leave?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A medical certificate issued by a dental doctor can be accepted as sick leave.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-8-how-long-does-it-take-for-an-employee-to-notify-the-employer-about-their-sick-leave\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"7\"  \n                        data-title=\"8-how-long-does-it-take-for-an-employee-to-notify-the-employer-about-their-sick-leave\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                8. How long does it take for an employee to notify the employer about their sick leave?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employees must inform the employer within 48 hours from the start of the sick leave.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-9-is-an-employee-entitled-to-paid-sick-leave-while-receiving-maternity-allowance\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"8\"  \n                        data-title=\"9-is-an-employee-entitled-to-paid-sick-leave-while-receiving-maternity-allowance\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                9. Is an employee entitled to paid sick leave while receiving maternity allowance?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employees are not eligible for paid sick leave during the period when they are entitled to maternity allowance.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-10-is-an-employee-entitled-to-paid-sick-leave-when-they-have-had-an-accident\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"9\"  \n                        data-title=\"10-is-an-employee-entitled-to-paid-sick-leave-when-they-have-had-an-accident\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                10. Is an employee entitled to paid sick leave when they have had an accident?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employees are not eligible for paid sick leave during the period when they are entitled to disability compensation under the Workmen&#8217;s Compensation Act 1952 or temporary disability benefits under the Employees&#8217; Social Security Act 1969.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-11-can-annual-leave-be-replaced-with-sick-leave-while-on-annual-vacation\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"10\"  \n                        data-title=\"11-can-annual-leave-be-replaced-with-sick-leave-while-on-annual-vacation\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                11. Can annual leave be replaced with sick leave while on annual vacation?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Annual leave is considered unused.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-termination\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"termination\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Termination                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13583\" class=\"elementor elementor-13583\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-764c09bb elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"764c09bb\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6df3ffa3\" data-id=\"6df3ffa3\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44c0105f elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"44c0105f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-44c0105f\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-44c0105f&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-what-are-the-basic-conditions-related-to-termination-benefits\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-what-are-the-basic-conditions-related-to-termination-benefits\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. What are the basic conditions related to termination benefits?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The employment contract is terminated by the employer under a continuous contract of not less than 12 months.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-what-are-the-reasons-that-require-an-employer-to-pay-termination-benefits\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-what-are-the-reasons-that-require-an-employer-to-pay-termination-benefits\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. What are the reasons that require an employer to pay termination benefits?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><p>Termination benefits must be paid when the employer terminates the employment contract for any reason except:<\/p><ul><li>When the employee has reached retirement age.<\/li><li>When the employee&#8217;s employment is terminated under Section 14(1) of the Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76) after proper investigation.<\/li><li>When the employee resigns, except under Section 13(2) or 14(3) of the Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76).<\/li><li>When the employee&#8217;s employment contract is renewed or rehired with terms and conditions of service that are the same or better.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-what-is-the-rate-of-termination-benefits-payment\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-what-is-the-rate-of-termination-benefits-payment\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. What is the rate of termination benefits payment?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><p>The total payment for termination benefits cannot be less than the following:<\/p><ul><li>Less than two (2) years of service &#8211; 10 days&#8217; wages for each year of service.<\/li><li>More than two (2) years but less than five (5) years &#8211; 15 days&#8217; wages for each year of service.<\/li><li>Five (5) years and above of service &#8211; 20 days&#8217; wages for each year of service.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>For an estimated, click on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/?page_id=16175\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">calculator<\/a><\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-when-must-termination-benefits-be-paid\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-when-must-termination-benefits-be-paid\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. When must termination benefits be paid?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Termination benefits must be paid no later than seven (7) days after the termination date.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-is-the-employer-required-to-provide-details-about-the-payment-of-termination-benefits\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-is-the-employer-required-to-provide-details-about-the-payment-of-termination-benefits\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. Is the employer required to provide details about the payment of termination benefits?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The employer is required to provide a statement containing details related to the calculation of termination benefits.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-under-what-circumstances-does-temporary-cessation-occur\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-under-what-circumstances-does-temporary-cessation-occur\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. Under what circumstances does temporary cessation occur?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It occurs when the employer is unable to provide the employee with work in which wages are paid based on the work specified in the employment contract for a minimum of 12 days during any consecutive four-week period.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7-what-is-the-rate-of-payment-for-temporary-cessation\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"7-what-is-the-rate-of-payment-for-temporary-cessation\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                7. What is the rate of payment for temporary cessation?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The total payment for temporary cessation cannot be less than the following:<\/p><ul><li>Less than two years of service &#8211; 10 days&#8217; wages for each year of service.<\/li><li>More than two years but less than five years &#8211; 15 days&#8217; wages for each year of service.<\/li><li>Five years and above of service &#8211; 20 days&#8217; wages for each year of service.<\/li><\/ul>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-penalty\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"penalty\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Penalty                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13587\" class=\"elementor elementor-13587\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2b35d9af elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2b35d9af\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e31d51d\" data-id=\"e31d51d\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f34b041 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"6f34b041\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6f34b041\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-6f34b041&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-what-is-the-penalty-if-the-employer-pays-wages-late\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-what-is-the-penalty-if-the-employer-pays-wages-late\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. What is the penalty if the employer pays wages late?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employers who pay wages late are committing an offense under Section 130J(c) of Chapter XIVA and may be subject to a fine not exceeding ten thousand ringgit.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-what-is-the-penalty-if-the-employer-makes-deductions-from-wages-contrary-to-section-114\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-what-is-the-penalty-if-the-employer-makes-deductions-from-wages-contrary-to-section-114\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. What is the penalty if the employer makes deductions from wages contrary to Section 114?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employers who make deductions from wages contrary to Section 114 are committing an offense under Section 130J(e) and may be subject to a fine not exceeding ten thousand ringgit.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-what-is-the-penalty-if-the-employer-fails-to-pay-sick-leave-wages\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-what-is-the-penalty-if-the-employer-fails-to-pay-sick-leave-wages\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. What is the penalty if the employer fails to pay sick leave wages?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employers who fail to pay sick leave wages are committing an offense under Section 130K(5), and upon conviction, the court may order the employer to pay the amount of sick leave wages as if it were a penalty imposed under the same section.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-labour-court\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"7\"  \n                        data-title=\"labour-court\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Labour Court                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13591\" class=\"elementor elementor-13591\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4a630938 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4a630938\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-88aac16\" data-id=\"88aac16\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4dbd9504 elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"4dbd9504\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4dbd9504\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-4dbd9504&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-what-is-the-penalty-if-an-employer-fails-to-comply-with-a-labour-court-order\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-what-is-the-penalty-if-an-employer-fails-to-comply-with-a-labour-court-order\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. What is the penalty if an employer fails to comply with a Labour Court order?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"303\">An employer who fails to comply with an order or decision of the Labour Court commits an offence under Section 130C(a) and, upon conviction, may be fined not more than RM50,000.00. If the offence continues, the employer may be further fined not more than RM1,000.00 for each day the offence continues.<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"526\">For employers who fail to comply with an order or directive of the Labour Court related to discrimination in employment, it constitutes an offence under Section 19A and, upon conviction, the same penalties as above apply.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-what-is-the-labour-court\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-what-is-the-labour-court\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. What is the Labour Court?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Labour Court refers to inquiry proceedings in which the Director or an authorised officer may hear and decide on complaints related to wages and other payments under a contract of service, statutory payments provided under the Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76), and the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011. In addition, the Labour Court may also hear and decide on any complaints related to discrimination in employment as provided under Section 19A.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-what-is-the-objective-of-the-labour-court\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-what-is-the-objective-of-the-labour-court\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. What is the objective of the Labour Court?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-52\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"><div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"><div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"><div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"69dfce51-622d-4535-aa3e-d7b04bcf318e\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"80\">The objective is to resolve disputes in a simple, affordable, and timely manner.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"><div class=\"text-center\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"absolute\"><div class=\"flex items-center justify-center\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><div class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-what-is-the-timeframe-for-settling-cases-in-the-labour-court\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-what-is-the-timeframe-for-settling-cases-in-the-labour-court\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. What is the timeframe for settling cases in the Labour Court?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In general, the target set for case resolution is not more than <strong>three (3) months<\/strong>, depending on the complexity of the legal issues involved.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-who-can-file-a-complaint-with-the-labor-court\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-who-can-file-a-complaint-with-the-labor-court\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. Who can file a complaint with the Labor Court?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-54\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"><div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"><div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"><div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"cc9c8c94-0097-435f-94db-4e520d191268\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"164\">Employees who fall under the definition of \u201cemployee\u201d in the First Schedule of the Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76) may file a complaint with the Labour Court.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-what-is-the-maximum-claim-amount-in-the-labour-court\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-what-is-the-maximum-claim-amount-in-the-labour-court\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. What is the maximum claim amount in the Labour Court?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The Labour Court does not have a limit on the claim amount.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7-how-much-does-it-cost-to-file-a-complaint-in-the-labour-court\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"7-how-much-does-it-cost-to-file-a-complaint-in-the-labour-court\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                7. How much does it cost to file a complaint in the Labour Court?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Filing a complaint is free of charge. Any costs involved, such as transportation and others, are borne by the respective parties.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-8-can-lawyers-attend-to-represent-parties-in-labour-court-proceedings\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"7\"  \n                        data-title=\"8-can-lawyers-attend-to-represent-parties-in-labour-court-proceedings\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                8. Can lawyers attend to represent parties in Labour Court proceedings?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Representation is not provided for under the Labour Ordinance (Sarawak Chapter 76). However, the officer handling the case may exercise discretionary power to allow any party in the case to be represented. Any party in the case wishing to be represented must submit a power of attorney form before the case begins.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-9-if-an-order-is-made-and-not-complied-with-what-further-actions-can-be-taken\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"8\"  \n                        data-title=\"9-if-an-order-is-made-and-not-complied-with-what-further-actions-can-be-taken\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                9. If an order is made and not complied with, what further actions can be taken?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-56\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"><div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"><div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"><div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"21eb7260-1ffe-43f4-ac80-fc566bd98433\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"328\">If the order issued is not complied with by the party concerned, the order may be endorsed and enforced in the relevant Sessions Court or Magistrates\u2019 Court as if it were an order made by that court. Additionally, failure to comply with the order is also an offence under Section 19A or Section 130C(a), whichever is applicable.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-10-if-dissatisfied-with-the-decision-or-order-made-can-it-be-appealed\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"9\"  \n                        data-title=\"10-if-dissatisfied-with-the-decision-or-order-made-can-it-be-appealed\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                10. If dissatisfied with the decision or order made, can it be appealed?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-58\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\"><div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"><div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"><div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"0f7c5250-a566-434c-9ed2-f6da2052c8e3\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"140\">An appeal against a decision or order may be made to the High Court within fourteen (14) days from the date the decision or order is issued.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-11-how-is-the-appeal-process-initiated\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"10\"  \n                        data-title=\"11-how-is-the-appeal-process-initiated\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                11. How is the appeal process initiated?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-60\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"><div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"><div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"><div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"01ac4537-eeac-4d9b-8e5e-bcebddf60219\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"310\">The appeal process is initiated by filing a notice of appeal and a deposit of RM1,000.00 in the form of a money order or bank draft. All the mentioned documents must be submitted to the Labour Office where the order or decision was made within fourteen (14) days from the date the decision or order was issued.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"><div class=\"text-center\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"absolute\"><div class=\"flex items-center justify-center\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><div class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\">\u00a0<\/div>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-labour-complaint\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"8\"  \n                        data-title=\"labour-complaint\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Labour Complaint                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13595\" class=\"elementor elementor-13595\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2131eb9b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2131eb9b\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2533c68e\" data-id=\"2533c68e\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ef2074d elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"5ef2074d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5ef2074d\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-5ef2074d&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-how-to-file-a-complaint\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-how-to-file-a-complaint\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. How to file a complaint?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <div><p>Complaints can be made by personally visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/index.php\/ms\/hubungi-kami\/ibu-pejabat-jtk-sarawak\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Department of Labour Sarawak Headquarters<\/a> at Level 13, Bangunan Sultan Iskandar, Jalan Simpang Tiga, 93000 Kuching.<\/p><ul><li>Phone: 082242261<\/li><li>Fax: 082244909<\/li><li>Email: jtknsarawak@mohr.gov.my<\/li><\/ul><p>or the nearest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/index.php\/hubungi-kami\/pejabat-bahagian\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Labour Department office<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-how-long-will-the-complaint-be-investigated-and-resolved\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-how-long-will-the-complaint-be-investigated-and-resolved\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. How long will the complaint be investigated and resolved?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Based on the Department&#8217;s customer charter, complaints should be investigated and communicated within <strong>30 days<\/strong> from the date of the complaint. However, there may be cases that cannot be resolved within that timeframe due to various factors, such as complex issues involving legal and technical matters.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-employment-of-non-residents-in-sarawak\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"9\"  \n                        data-title=\"employment-of-non-residents-in-sarawak\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Employment of Non-Residents in Sarawak                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13599\" class=\"elementor elementor-13599\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2cf7b285 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2cf7b285\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4e12a5ae\" data-id=\"4e12a5ae\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e2a82fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"7e2a82fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7e2a82fc\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-7e2a82fc&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-is-it-an-offense-if-someone-employs-non-resident-workers-without-an-employment-license\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-is-it-an-offense-if-someone-employs-non-resident-workers-without-an-employment-license\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. Is it an offense if someone employs non-resident workers without an employment license?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"177\">Yes, it is an offence to employ a non-resident worker without first obtaining an employment licence, as stipulated under <strong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"238\">Section 119 of the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76)<\/strong>. Failure by any party to obtain a licence to employ a non-resident worker from the Director constitutes an offence under <strong data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"425\">Section 130L of the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76)<\/strong>, and upon conviction, is liable to a <strong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"494\">fine not exceeding RM50,000<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"553\">imprisonment for a term not exceeding one (1) year<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"566\">both<\/strong>.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-is-it-considered-an-offense-if-someone-commits-forgery-alteration-or-any-form-of-tampering-with-a-non-resident-employee-work-permit-that-has-been-issued\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-is-it-considered-an-offense-if-someone-commits-forgery-alteration-or-any-form-of-tampering-with-a-non-resident-employee-work-permit-that-has-been-issued\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. Is it considered an offense if someone commits forgery, alteration, or any form of tampering with a Non-Resident Employee Work Permit that has been issued?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Yes, any party who <strong data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"111\">forges, alters, or tampers with<\/strong> a <strong data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"158\">Non-Resident Employee Employment Licence<\/strong> that has been issued commits an offence and shall, upon conviction, be liable to a <strong data-start=\"242\" data-end=\"273\">fine not exceeding RM50,000<\/strong>, or to <strong data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"335\">imprisonment for a term not exceeding one (1) year<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"348\">both<\/strong>.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-who-is-defined-as-a-non-resident-employee\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-who-is-defined-as-a-039-non-resident-employee\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. Who is defined as a &#039;Non-Resident Employee ?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A &#8216;<strong>Non-Resident Employee<\/strong>&#8216; refers to any individual working in Sarawak who does not have permanent resident status in Sarawak as defined by Section 71 of the Immigration Act 1959 \/ 1963. There are three types of non-resident employees in Sarawak: <strong>non-Malaysian citizens<\/strong>, <strong>employees originating from Sabah<\/strong>, and <strong>employees originating from Peninsular Malaysia<\/strong>.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-how-can-one-obtain-a-non-resident-employee-work-permit\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-how-can-one-obtain-a-non-resident-employee-work-permit\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. How can one obtain a Non-Resident Employee Work Permit?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"437\">Employers intending to employ non-resident workers are required to apply for an <strong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"162\">employment licence<\/strong> from the <strong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"204\">Sarawak Department of Labour<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"208\" \/>Applications will only be accepted and processed for approval if submitted by employers intending to employ individuals classified as \u201cemployees\u201d under the <strong data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"436\">definition in Section 2 of the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76)<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"481\"><strong data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"479\">Regardless of the Type of Employment<\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"481\">\u201cAny person, regardless of the nature of the job, who is bound by a contract of service.\u201d<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-which-sectors-are-allowed-to-apply-for-a-policy-approval-letter-ap-in-sarawak\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-which-sectors-are-allowed-to-apply-for-a-policy-approval-letter-ap-in-sarawak\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. Which sectors are allowed to apply for a Policy Approval Letter (AP) in Sarawak?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Here is a list of sectors allowed to apply for a Policy Approval Letter (AP) and subsequently issue permits to hire non-resident employees in Sarawak:<\/p><ul><li>Manufacturing<\/li><li>Agriculture<\/li><li>Construction<\/li><li>Transportation<\/li><li>Services &#8211; AP applications from this sector are only considered for restaurant owners, coffee shop owners, reflexology service centers, and laundries.<\/li><\/ul>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-what-steps-need-to-be-taken-by-employers-who-want-to-obtain-a-work-permit\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-what-steps-need-to-be-taken-by-employers-who-want-to-obtain-a-work-permit\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. What steps need to be taken by employers who want to obtain a work permit?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"270\">Employers must first apply for the <strong data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"135\">Letter of Approval in Principle (AP)<\/strong>, and subsequently may apply for a <strong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"198\">New Licence under the AP<\/strong> via the <strong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"269\">Sarawakian &amp; Non-Sarawakian Online Labour System (SANSOLS)<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"485\">Please refer to the following link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/?page_id=954\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"366\">Application for the Employment of Non-Resident Workers<\/strong><\/a> for the <strong data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"413\">Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"429\">guidelines<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"453\">required documents<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"484\">application checklist<\/strong>.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7-what-steps-need-to-be-taken-by-employers-before-an-ap-application-can-be-submitted\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"7-what-steps-need-to-be-taken-by-employers-before-an-ap-application-can-be-submitted\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                7. What steps need to be taken by employers before an AP application can be submitted?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Employers must first <strong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"130\">contact the nearest PERKESO office in Sarawak<\/strong> to review the draft job advertisement and <strong data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"201\">register with JobSarawak<\/strong>.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-8-what-should-employers-take-note-of-when-managing-applications-for-the-employment-licence-for-non-resident-workers-expatriates-temporary-employment-pass-holders-and-domestic-workers\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"7\"  \n                        data-title=\"8-what-should-employers-take-note-of-when-managing-applications-for-the-employment-licence-for-non-resident-workers-expatriates-temporary-employment-pass-holders-and-domestic-workers\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                8. What should employers take note of when managing applications for the Employment Licence for Non-Resident Workers, Expatriates, Temporary Employment Pass holders, and Domestic Workers?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"114\"><strong data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"114\">Employers must take note of the following matters:<\/strong><\/p><ol data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"686\"><li data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"225\"><p data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"225\">Ensure that <strong data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"198\">all application documents are complete and accurately submitted<\/strong> in the <strong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"224\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sansols.sarawak.gov.my\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SANSOLS<\/a> system<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"374\"><p data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"374\">The <strong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"279\">salary offered to the non-resident worker<\/strong> must be <strong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"322\">commensurate with the position<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"373\">not lower than the prevailing minimum wage<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"518\"><p data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"518\">The <strong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"424\">non-resident worker being applied for<\/strong> must possess <strong data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"470\">qualifications or experience<\/strong> that are <strong data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"517\">not less than what was advertised<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"604\"><p data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"604\">Employers must also <strong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"603\">comply with the provisions of all applicable labour laws<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"686\"><p data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"686\">Adhere to the <strong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"685\">current policies on the employment of non-resident workers<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><\/ol>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-9-how-long-is-the-validity-period-of-the-permit-and-what-is-the-allowed-duration-for-a-non-resident-employee-to-work-in-sarawak\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"8\"  \n                        data-title=\"9-how-long-is-the-validity-period-of-the-permit-and-what-is-the-allowed-duration-for-a-non-resident-employee-to-work-in-sarawak\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                9. How long is the validity period of the permit, and what is the allowed duration for a non-resident employee to work in Sarawak?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The validity period of a permit is typically allowed for <strong>two (2) years<\/strong>, except for the Construction and Reflexology sectors, which are permitted for only <strong>one (1) year<\/strong>. A non-resident employee is allowed to work in Sarawak for a maximum duration of up to <strong>six (6) years<\/strong>, except for the Oil Palm Plantation sector, which is allowed for a maximum duration of up to <strong>ten (10) years<\/strong>.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-10-what-is-the-maximum-age-limit-for-the-position-of-general-worker-for-new-license-applications-under-ap\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"9\"  \n                        data-title=\"10-what-is-the-maximum-age-limit-for-the-position-of-general-worker-for-new-license-applications-under-ap\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                10. What is the maximum age limit for the position of General Worker for new license applications under AP?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The maximum age limit for the position of <strong>General Worker<\/strong> is <strong>45 years<\/strong> for new license applications under AP.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-11-is-it-an-obligation-for-employers-to-provide-accommodation-facilities-for-non-resident-employees-hired-at-their-workplace\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"10\"  \n                        data-title=\"11-is-it-an-obligation-for-employers-to-provide-accommodation-facilities-for-non-resident-employees-hired-at-their-workplace\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                11. Is it an obligation for employers to provide accommodation facilities for non-resident employees hired at their workplace?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Yes<\/strong>, it is an obligation for employers to provide accommodation facilities for non-resident employees hired at their workplace.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-12-adakah-pihak-majikan-dikehendaki-untuk-mengemukakan-dokumen-memo-periksa-keluar-bagi-pekerja-bukan-pemastautin-yang-telah-dihantar-pulang-ke-negara-asal-pengambilan-mereka-jika-majikan-ingin-menggaji-pekerja-bukan-pemastautin-tambahan-bagi-menggantikan-pekerja-yang-sudah-pulang\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"11\"  \n                        data-title=\"12-adakah-pihak-majikan-dikehendaki-untuk-mengemukakan-dokumen-memo-periksa-keluar-bagi-pekerja-bukan-pemastautin-yang-telah-dihantar-pulang-ke-negara-asal-pengambilan-mereka-jika-majikan-ingin-menggaji-pekerja-bukan-pemastautin-tambahan-bagi-menggantikan-pekerja-yang-sudah-pulang\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                12. Adakah pihak majikan dikehendaki untuk mengemukakan dokumen \u201cMemo Periksa Keluar\u201d bagi pekerja bukan pemastautin yang telah dihantar pulang ke negara asal pengambilan mereka jika majikan ingin menggaji pekerja bukan pemastautin tambahan bagi menggantikan pekerja yang sudah pulang?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p><strong>Yes<\/strong>, employers need to submit the &#8216;<strong><em>Memo Periksa Keluar<\/em><\/strong>&#8216; document as proof of sending the respective employee back to their home country to enable the issuance of an AP for recruiting new employees.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-13-is-it-mandatory-for-employers-to-submit-the-statement-of-non-resident-employees-income-form-119a-to-the-labor-office\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"12\"  \n                        data-title=\"13-is-it-mandatory-for-employers-to-submit-the-statement-of-non-resident-employee-039-s-income-form-119a-to-the-labor-office\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                13. Is it mandatory for employers to submit the Statement of Non-Resident Employee&#039;s Income Form 119A to the Labor Office?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Yes<\/strong>, employers who hire non-resident employees are required to submit <strong>Form 119A<\/strong> to the nearest <strong>Labour Office<\/strong> within <strong>fourteen (14) days<\/strong> of employing a non-resident employee through the <strong>MSEN system<\/strong> in the &#8216;<strong>Update Workers<\/strong>&#8216; module.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-14-is-it-an-offense-if-employers-fail-to-submit-the-information-on-form-119a-to-the-labor-office\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"13\"  \n                        data-title=\"14-is-it-an-offense-if-employers-fail-to-submit-the-information-on-form-119a-to-the-labor-office\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                14. Is it an offense if employers fail to submit the information on Form 119A to the Labor Office?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Yes<\/strong>, such failure constitutes an offense under Section 130L of the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76) and can be punishable with a fine not exceeding <strong>RM10,000<\/strong> or imprisonment for 6 months, or both, if found guilty.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-15-how-often-do-employers-need-to-submit-information-on-form-119a-to-the-labor-office\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"14\"  \n                        data-title=\"15-how-often-do-employers-need-to-submit-information-on-form-119a-to-the-labor-office\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                15. How often do employers need to submit information on Form 119A to the Labor Office?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Employers are required to complete <strong>Form 119A<\/strong> and submit it to the nearest <strong>Labour Office<\/strong> or update it in the <strong>MSEN system<\/strong> in the &#8216;<strong>Update Workers<\/strong>&#8216; module as long as they are employing non-resident employees.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-minimum-wage\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"10\"  \n                        data-title=\"minimum-wage\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Minimum Wage                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"13607\" class=\"elementor elementor-13607\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2d7897a2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2d7897a2\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-69635622\" data-id=\"69635622\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7705d3ef elementor-widget elementor-widget-bdt-accordion\" data-id=\"7705d3ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"bdt-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-container\">\n            <div id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7705d3ef\" class=\"bdt-ep-accordion bdt-accordion\" data-bdt-accordion=\"{&quot;collapsible&quot;:true,&quot;multiple&quot;:false,&quot;transition&quot;:&quot;ease-in-out&quot;}\" data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-7705d3ef&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-1-what-is-the-definition-of-minimum-wage\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"1-what-is-the-definition-of-minimum-wage\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                1. What is the definition of minimum wage?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <div class=\"sppb-panel sppb-panel-default\"><div id=\"sppb-ac-content-1660265434125-key-0\" class=\"sppb-panel-collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"sppb-ac-heading-1660265434125-key-0\"><div class=\"sppb-panel-body\"><div id=\"sppb-addon-wrapper-1660265419\" class=\"sppb-addon-wrapper\"><div id=\"sppb-addon-1660265419\" class=\"clearfix \"><div class=\"sppb-addon sppb-addon-text-block \"><div class=\"sppb-addon-content\"><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The definition of minimum wage under <strong>Section 2 of the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011 [Act 732]<\/strong> is the <strong>basic salary only, excluding any allowances or other payments<\/strong>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-2-when-is-the-effective-date-of-the-pgm-2024\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"2-when-is-the-effective-date-of-the-pgm-2024\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                2. When is the effective date of the PGM 2024?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>On <strong>1 February 2025<\/strong>:<\/p><p>a) Employers who <strong>hire five<\/strong> or <strong>more workers<\/strong>; and<\/p><p><br \/>b) Employers who <strong>engage in a professional activity<\/strong> regardless of <strong>the number of workers employed<\/strong>, classified under the <strong>Malaysian Standard Classification of Occupations (MASCO)<\/strong> as officially published by the Ministry of Human Resources.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>c) On <strong>1 August 2025<\/strong>:<br \/>Applicable to <strong>all workers currently employed<\/strong> by the employer.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-3-what-is-the-minimum-wage-rate-set-under-the-minimum-wage-order-2024\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"3-what-is-the-minimum-wage-rate-set-under-the-minimum-wage-order-2024\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                3. What is the minimum wage rate set under the Minimum Wage Order 2024?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <table border=\"1\" width=\"555\"><tbody><tr style=\"background-color: #666;\"><td style=\"color: #fff;\" colspan=\"6\"><div align=\"center\">The Minimum Wage Rate<\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"88\"><div align=\"center\">Montly<\/div><\/td><td colspan=\"3\"><div align=\"center\">Daily<\/div><\/td><td width=\"112\"><div align=\"center\">Per hour<\/div><\/td><td width=\"119\">Pay based on work, weight, task, travel, or commission<\/td><\/tr><tr><td rowspan=\"3\"><div align=\"center\">RM1,700.00<\/div><\/td><td colspan=\"3\"><div align=\"center\">Number of working days per week<\/div><\/td><td rowspan=\"3\"><div align=\"center\">RM8.72<\/div><\/td><td rowspan=\"3\">Not less than RM1,700.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"60\"><div align=\"center\">6<\/div><\/td><td width=\"68\"><div align=\"center\">5<\/div><\/td><td width=\"68\"><div align=\"center\">4<\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><div align=\"center\">RM65.38<\/div><\/td><td><div align=\"center\">RM78.46<\/div><\/td><td><div align=\"center\">RM98.08<\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/PERINTAH-GAJI-MINIMUM-2024.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Please click here to view the Minimum Wage Order 2024<\/a><\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-4-who-is-eligible-to-receive-it\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"4-who-is-eligible-to-receive-it\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                4. Who is eligible to receive it?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The minimum wage applies to <strong>all employees<\/strong>, including <strong>non-citizen workers in the private sector<\/strong>, except for domestic workers and apprenticeship contract workers.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-5-why-are-foreign-workers-not-exempted-from-receiving-the-minimum-wage\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"5-why-are-foreign-workers-not-exempted-from-receiving-the-minimum-wage\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                5. Why are foreign workers not exempted from receiving the minimum wage?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The government has determined that the Minimum Wage Order covers all workers, including foreign\/non-citizen workers, based on the following reasons:<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>i. The minimum wage policy should not discriminate against any worker on the grounds of nationality, in line with ILO Convention No. 100: Equal Remuneration, which Malaysia ratified in 1997;<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>ii. It would contravene Section 69F of the Employment Act 1955 [Act 265], Section 118B of the Sabah Labour Ordinance [Chapter 67], or Section 119B of the Sarawak Labour Ordinance [Chapter 76], which prohibit any form of discrimination between local and foreign workers;<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-6-what-are-the-legal-implications-when-the-minimum-wage-order-2024-is-gazetted\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"6-what-are-the-legal-implications-when-the-minimum-wage-order-2024-is-gazetted\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                6. What are the legal implications when the Minimum Wage Order 2024 is gazetted?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>The legal implications when the PGM 2024 is gazetted are:<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>i). The PGM 2022 is revoked. However, any legal proceedings, prosecutions, or investigations initiated under the PGM 2022 will continue until completion; and<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>ii) All service contracts and collective agreements must take into account all provisions under the PGM 2024.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-7-can-employers-pay-a-basic-salary-lower-than-the-minimum-wage-if-their-employees-agree-to-it\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"7-can-employers-pay-a-basic-salary-lower-than-the-minimum-wage-if-their-employees-agree-to-it\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                7. Can employers pay a basic salary lower than the minimum wage if their employees agree to it?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p><strong>No<\/strong>, this is contrary to the law.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-8-what-are-the-penalties-for-employers-who-do-not-pay-the-minimum-wage\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"7\"  \n                        data-title=\"8-what-are-the-penalties-for-employers-who-do-not-pay-the-minimum-wage\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                8. What are the penalties for employers who do not pay the minimum wage?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p>Employers found guilty of not paying the minimum wage to employees can be subject to penalties as follows:<\/p><table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>Offense<\/strong><\/p><\/td><td><p><strong>Penalty<\/strong><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><tbody><tr><td><p>First Offense<\/p><\/td><td><p>A fine not exceeding RM10,000 per employee. The court may order the employer to pay the difference between the minimum wage rate and the basic salary to each employee.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>General Penalty<\/p><\/td><td><p>A fine not exceeding RM10,000 for each offense if no specific penalty is provided.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Penalty for Continuous Offense<\/p><\/td><td><p>A daily fine not exceeding RM1,000 for continuous offenses after conviction.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Penalty for Repeated Offense<\/p><\/td><td><p>A fine not exceeding RM20,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 5 years.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-9-is-the-minimum-wage-in-conflict-with-the-productivity-linked-wage-system-plws-practice\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"8\"  \n                        data-title=\"9-is-the-minimum-wage-in-conflict-with-the-productivity-linked-wage-system-plws-practice\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                9. Is the minimum wage in conflict with the Productivity-Linked Wage System (PLWS) practice?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>No<\/strong>. The implementation of the Minimum Wage Order does not conflict with the practice of employers implementing the Productivity-Linked Wage System (PLWS), provided that employees do not receive a rate lower than the minimum wage rate.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-10-where-can-employers-and-employees-seek-assistance-and-advice-on-minimum-wage-policy-and-implementation\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"9\"  \n                        data-title=\"10-where-can-employers-and-employees-seek-assistance-and-advice-on-minimum-wage-policy-and-implementation\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                10. Where can employers and employees seek assistance and advice on minimum wage policy and implementation?                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p><strong>A. Issues on policy<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Secretariat, National Wage Consultative Council<\/strong><br \/>Kementerian Sumber Manusia<br \/>Aras 7, Blok D3, Kompleks D<br \/>Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan<br \/>62530 PUTRAJAYA<br \/>Tel: 03-8886 5156<br \/>Faks: 03-8881 0668<br \/>E-mel: minimumwages[at]mohr[dot]gov[dot]my<\/p><p>Laman sesawang:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohr.gov.my\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.mohr.gov.my<\/a><\/p><p><strong>B. Implementation\/Enforcement Issues<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Semenanjung Malaysia<\/strong><br \/><strong>Kementerian Sumber Manusia<\/strong><br \/>Aras 5, Blok D3, Kompleks D,<br \/>Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan<br \/>62530 PUTRAJAYA<br \/>Tel : 03-88865192<br \/>Faks: 03-8889 2368<br \/>Emel :\u00a0jtksm[at]mohr[dot]gov[dot]my<\/p><p>Laman sesawang:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/jtksm.mohr.gov.my\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jtksm.mohr.gov.my<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Sabah<\/strong><br \/><strong>Kementerian Sumber Manusia<\/strong><br \/>Tingkat 1, Blok C &amp; D,<br \/>Bangunan KWSP P\/S 14557<br \/>88852, Kota Kinabalu, SABAH<br \/>Tel : 088-238755\/233820<br \/>Faks : 088-242445<br \/>Emel :\u00a0jtknsabah[at]mohr[dot]gov[dot]my<\/p><p>Laman sesawang:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/jtksbh.mohr.gov.my&amp;source=gmail-html&amp;ust=1660350952645000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3hgILqJBLEtGzORFKbzRMN\">jtksbh.mohr.gov.my<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Sarawak<\/strong><br \/><strong>Kementerian Sumber Manusia<\/strong><br \/>Tingkat 13, Bangunan Sultan Iskandar,<br \/>Jalan Simpang Tiga,<br \/>93532, Kuching, SARAWAK<br \/>Tel : 082-242261\/414062<br \/>Faks : 082-244909<br \/>Emel : jtknsarawak[at]mohr[dot]gov[dot]my<\/p><p>Laman sesawang:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jtkswk.gov.my<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Jabatan Perhubungan Perusahaan Malaysia<\/strong><br \/>Kementerian Sumber Manusia<br \/>Aras 9, Blok D4, Kompleks D,<br \/>Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan<br \/>62530 PUTRAJAYA<br \/>Tel : 03-88865460<br \/>Faks : 03-88862355<br \/>Emel : jppm[at]mohr[dot]gov[dot]my<\/p><p>Laman sesawang:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/jpp.mohr.gov.my&amp;source=gmail-html&amp;ust=1660350952645000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2HUt4MKxGq9NN2jW3esBR0\">jpp.mohr.gov.my<\/a><\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-frequently-asked-questions-on-the-amendments-to-the-sarawak-labour-ordinance-chapter-76\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"frequently-asked-questions-on-the-amendments-to-the-sarawak-labour-ordinance-chapter-76\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                Frequently Asked Questions On The Amendments To The Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            \t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"18186\" class=\"elementor elementor-18186\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-575dca9a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"575dca9a\" 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data-settings=\"{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;bdt-ep-accordion-3b755ce0&quot;,&quot;activeHash&quot;:&quot;no&quot;,&quot;activeScrollspy&quot;:null,&quot;hashTopOffset&quot;:false,&quot;hashScrollspyTime&quot;:false}\">\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-general\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"0\"  \n                        data-title=\"general\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                GENERAL                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"162\"><strong data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"162\">1. What are the key highlights of the amendments to the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76)?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"261\">The key highlights of the amendments to the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76) are as follows:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"1585\">i. Extension of the Ordinance\u2019s coverage to all employees regardless of wage limits;<br \/>ii. Increase in maternity leave from 60 days to 98 days;<br \/>iii. Introduction of 7 days\u2019 paternity leave;<br \/>iv. Reduction of weekly working hours to 45 hours;<br \/>v. Separation of hospitalisation sick leave;<br \/>vi. Provision for flexible working arrangements;<br \/>vii. Entitlement to public holidays;<br \/>viii. Prohibition of discrimination in employment;<br \/>ix. Prohibition of forced labour;<br \/>x. Repatriation of employees;<br \/>xi. Prohibition of termination of pregnant female employees;<br \/>xii. Mandatory payment of wages through financial institutions;<br \/>xiii. Investigation of sexual harassment complaints and requirement to display a notice on sexual harassment prevention;<br \/>xiv. Obligation for contractors for labour to provide written contracts and submit notifications;<br \/>xv. Establishment of salary calculation formula for incomplete months of work;<br \/>xvi. Increase in the general penalty to RM50,000.00;<br \/>xvii. Minimum standards for employee housing, accommodation, and amenities;<br \/>xviii. Regulation on the employment of children and young persons;<br \/>xix. Repeal of restrictions on the employment of women;<br \/>xx. Definition of apprenticeship;<br \/>xxi. Definition of part-time employee; and<br \/>xxii. Other minor consequential amendments.<\/p><p data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"1585\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"1585\"><strong data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"153\">2. When will the amendments to the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Chapter 76) come into force?<\/strong><\/p><p data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"1585\">The amendments shall come into effect on 1 May 2025.<\/p><p data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"1585\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1901\"><strong data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1901\">3. Do the amendments mean that all private sector employees, regardless of wage levels, are now protected and entitled to benefits under the Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"2164\">Yes. Pursuant to the First Schedule, which shall be implemented concurrently with the effective date of the Ordinance&#8217;s amendments, all private sector employees, irrespective of wage level, shall be entitled to the benefits and protections under this Ordinance.<\/p><p data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"2164\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2254\"><strong data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2254\">4. Does this mean that highly paid employees are also entitled to overtime pay?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2437\">Under the First Schedule, employees earning more than RM4,000.00 per month are excluded from entitlement to overtime pay, rest day pay, public holiday pay, and termination benefits.<\/p><p data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2437\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2437\"><strong data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2633\">5. May a non-manual employee earning more than RM4,000.00 per month file a claim against the employer under Section 8A for overtime wages due under the terms of the contract of service?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2878\">Yes. Section 8A(1)(a) confers the Director with authority to investigate and determine disputes between an employee and the employer in relation to wages or any other cash payments due to the employee under any term of the contract of service.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-apprenticeship-definition-section-2\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"1\"  \n                        data-title=\"apprenticeship-definition-section-2\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                APPRENTICESHIP DEFINITION (SECTION 2)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"233\"><strong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"233\">1. What amendments are introduced concerning apprenticeship?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"562\">The amendments to the Ordinance introduce a formal definition of <em data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"312\">apprentice<\/em> as any person who enters into a contract of apprenticeship. The definition of <em data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"419\">contract of apprenticeship<\/em> has been revised from a minimum period of not less than two (2) years to a minimum of six (6) months and a maximum of twenty-four (24) months.<\/p><p data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"639\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"639\"><strong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"639\">2. What is the difference between a trainee and an apprentice?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"1258\">A <em data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"652\">trainee<\/em> is an individual who attends a place of employment for the purpose of undergoing training as part of a course or educational programme. The company that accepts the trainee is under no obligation to offer employment after the training period ends.<br data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"903\" \/>In contrast, an <em data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"931\">apprentice<\/em> is an individual employed under a contract of apprenticeship as defined under Section 2 of the Ordinance. Through the contract of apprenticeship, the employer undertakes to employ and systematically train the apprentice in a specific trade for a minimum period of six (6) months and up to a maximum of twenty-four (24) months.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-definition-of-part-time-employee-section-2\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"2\"  \n                        data-title=\"definition-of-part-time-employee-section-2\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                DEFINITION OF PART-TIME EMPLOYEE (SECTION 2)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"272\"><strong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"272\">1. What is the new definition of a part-time employee under the amended Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"584\">A <em data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"296\">part-time employee<\/em> is defined as a person listed in the First Schedule whose average weekly working hours, as agreed between the employee and the employer, do not exceed seventy per cent (70%) of the normal weekly working hours of a full-time employee engaged in similar duties within the same undertaking.<\/p><p data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"708\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"708\"><strong data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"708\">2. How is the average working time for a part-time employee calculated in comparison to a full-time employee?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"1005\">The working hours for a part-time employee are determined based on an average that does not exceed seventy per cent (70%) of the standard weekly working hours of a comparable full-time employee. The full-time employee must be employed by the same employer and in a similar occupational capacity.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-sexual-harassment-part-iiia\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"3\"  \n                        data-title=\"sexual-harassment-part-iiia\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                SEXUAL HARASSMENT (PART IIIA)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"244\"><strong data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"244\">1. What is the effect of the amendments relating to sexual harassment in the workplace?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"396\">Following the amendment, Part IIIA provides that a complaint may be lodged with the Department concerning acts of sexual harassment occurring between:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"432\">(a). An employee and another employee;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"466\">(b). An employee and an employer; or<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"497\">(c). An employer and an employee.<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"604\">Provisions related to the investigation of sexual harassment complaints are also set out under this Part.<\/p><p data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"853\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"853\"><strong data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"853\">2. If the Director determines under Section 9D that sexual harassment has occurred, may the employee terminate the contract of service without notice and claim compensation in lieu of notice and termination benefits from the employer?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"1055\">Yes. Section 9E provides that an employee who terminates his or her contract of service without notice shall be entitled to wages in lieu of notice, termination benefits, and any prescribed indemnity.<\/p><p data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1197\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1197\"><strong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1197\">3. What are the employer\u2019s additional obligations in addressing sexual harassment at the workplace under the amended Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1502\">The amended Ordinance imposes an obligation on employers to display a notice intended to raise awareness on sexual harassment in the workplace. The notice must be displayed in a location that is clearly visible to employees and must be posted as soon as the amendments to the Ordinance come into effect.<\/p><p data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1733\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1733\"><strong data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"158\">4. By when must employers comply with the requirement to display the sexual harassment notice?<\/strong><br data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"161\" \/>The sexual harassment notice must be displayed starting from 1 May 2025.<\/p><p data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1733\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1733\"><strong data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1733\">5. What content may be included in the notice?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1829\">The employer may include any statement that raises awareness about sexual harassment, such as: \u201cAddressing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace\u201d; \u201cSexual Harassment Awareness\u201d; \u201cSexual Harassment is a Crime, Not a Joke\u201d; \u201cSay No to Sexual Harassment\u201d.\u00a0 The notice may also include information or explanations related to the nature of sexual harassment.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-discrimination-in-employment-section-19a\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"4\"  \n                        data-title=\"discrimination-in-employment-section-19a\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                DISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT (SECTION 19A)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"287\"><strong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"287\">1. Why was a new provision on discrimination introduced through the amendment of the Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"637\">The new provision on discrimination introduced through the amendment aligns with the International Labour Organization&#8217;s Discrimination (Employment and Occupation) Convention, 1958 (No. 111).<br data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"483\" \/>The amendment empowers the Director to investigate and adjudicate any dispute between an employee and an employer concerning discrimination in employment.<\/p><p data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"736\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"736\"><strong data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"736\">2. What types of discrimination can be reported to the Sarawak Department of Labour?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"956\">Any form of discrimination by an employer against an employee in employment may be reported.<br data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"833\" \/>Examples include discrimination in terms and conditions of employment based on race, religion, gender, or political belief.<\/p><p data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1059\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1059\"><strong data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1059\">3. Provide examples of discrimination in employment that do not involve salary or wages.<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1249\">Examples include the setting of working hours, workdays, place of work, rest periods, holiday entitlements, leave entitlements, accommodation facilities, and similar employment conditions.<\/p><p data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1428\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1428\"><strong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1428\">4. After the enforcement of this amendment, can an employee lodge a complaint concerning acts of discrimination that occurred before the amendment came into effect?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1716\">No. Employees may only raise issues of discrimination that occur after the effective date of the amendment.<br data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1540\" \/>However, if the act of discrimination commenced before and continued after the effective date, any monetary claims must exclude the period prior to the amendment&#8217;s enforcement.<\/p><p data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1888\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1888\"><strong data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1888\">5. If an employer is dissatisfied with a decision made by the Director regarding discrimination under Section 19A, can the employer appeal to the High Court?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"2086\">Yes. Section 8M provides that any person whose financial interests are affected and who is dissatisfied with the Director\u2019s decision under Sections 8A, 8I, 9D, or 19A may appeal to the High Court.<\/p><p data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2267\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2267\"><strong data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2267\">6. Following the repeal of Section 119B, may a non-resident employee lodge a complaint to the Director concerning differential treatment compared to a local employee?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2479\">Yes. Section 19A empowers the Director to investigate and adjudicate any complaint concerning discrimination in employment, including discrimination involving non-resident employees compared to local employees.<\/p><p data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2603\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2603\"><strong data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2603\">7. Does the protection against discrimination in employment apply to all employees regardless of wage limits?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2768\">Yes. The protection against discrimination applies to any employee who enters into a contract of service with an employer, regardless of the employee&#8217;s wage level.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-prohibition-of-forced-labour-section-19b\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"5\"  \n                        data-title=\"prohibition-of-forced-labour-section-19b\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                PROHIBITION OF FORCED LABOUR (SECTION 19B)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"293\"><strong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"293\">1. What is the purpose of introducing a new provision on forced labour through the amendment of the Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"420\">The new provision concerning forced labour has been introduced to prevent the practice of forced labour within the workplace.<\/p><p data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"487\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"487\"><strong data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"487\">2. How is forced labour defined under the amendment?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"739\">Forced labour is defined as an act whereby an employer threatens, deceives, or coerces an employee to perform any activity, service, or work, and prevents the employee from leaving the place or area where such activity, service, or work is performed.<\/p><p data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"831\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"831\"><strong data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"831\">3. What elements must be proven to establish that forced labour has occurred?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"901\">To establish the existence of forced labour, it must be proven that: There was threat, deception, or coercion against the employee to perform work; and There was an act of restraining the employee from leaving the place of work.<\/p><p data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1193\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1193\"><strong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1193\">4. Can a claim of forced labour be raised if an employee had given verbal or written consent to perform the work?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1611\">Yes. The issue of forced labour may still be raised even if the employee had given verbal or written consent.<br data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1309\" \/>This is because consent alone does not necessarily indicate voluntariness. If consent was obtained through threat, coercion, deception, or false promises that were not honoured, causing the employee to be compelled to work due to restrictions on movement, the circumstances may amount to forced labour.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-employment-of-children-and-young-persons-part-xi\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"6\"  \n                        data-title=\"employment-of-children-and-young-persons-part-xi\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                EMPLOYMENT OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (PART XI)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"288\"><strong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"288\">1. What changes have been made to this Part following the amendment of the Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"332\">The Ordinance has been amended to include: The <strong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"358\">Second Schedule<\/strong>, listing the types of employment prohibited for children and young persons; and The <strong data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"463\">Third Schedule<\/strong>, listing hazardous occupations.<\/p><p data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"631\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"631\"><strong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"631\">2. Are there any exceptions allowing children and young persons to engage in hazardous work under the new Third Schedule?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"891\">No. Children and young persons are prohibited from engaging in any hazardous work or any employment other than those permitted under this section, except under a contract of apprenticeship or while undergoing vocational training under personal supervision.<\/p><p data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"957\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"957\"><strong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"957\">3. What is meant by &#8220;light work&#8221; under Section 71A?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1036\"><em data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"973\">&#8220;Light work&#8221;<\/em> refers to any work undertaken by a child or young person that: Is not likely to endanger their health or physical or mental development; and Does not affect their attendance at school, participation in religious education, or attendance in vocational orientation or training programmes approved by the relevant authorities.<\/p><p data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1418\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1418\"><strong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1418\">4. Following the amendment, are young persons allowed to work as domestic workers or in bars or clubs?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1561\">No. The amended Section 73 expressly prohibits young persons from being employed as domestic workers or in any employment at bars or clubs.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-employment-of-women-part-xia\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"7\"  \n                        data-title=\"employment-of-women-part-xia\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                EMPLOYMENT OF WOMEN (PART XIA)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"384\"><strong data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"384\">1. Under the amendments, is it still necessary for employers to obtain the Director&#8217;s approval if they wish to require female employees in industrial or agricultural undertakings to work between 10.00 p.m. and 5.00 a.m.?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"645\">No. Following the repeal of Part XIA concerning the employment of women, employers are no longer required to seek the Director\u2019s approval to require female employees engaged in industrial or agricultural undertakings to work between 10.00 p.m. and 5.00 a.m.<\/p><p data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"899\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"899\"><strong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"899\">2. Will the Director&#8217;s prior approval under Section 76 for exemptions from night work restrictions be revoked due to the repeal of Part XIA? Does the employer still have an obligation to provide transport facilities as previously required?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"1323\">Following the amendment, employers are permitted to employ female employees for night work without restrictions.<br data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1016\" \/>Nevertheless, employers remain responsible for ensuring the safety of their female employees.<br data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1112\" \/>The provision of transport facilities may still be stipulated under the contract of service.<br data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1207\" \/>Additionally, the Minister may issue regulations under Section 105(10) in relation to matters concerning night work.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-maternity-protection-part-xib\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"8\"  \n                        data-title=\"maternity-protection-part-xib\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                MATERNITY PROTECTION (PART XIB)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"238\"><strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"238\">1. What amendments have been made to the definition of \u201cconfinement\u201d?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"463\">The definition of <em data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"273\">&#8220;confinement&#8221;<\/em> has been amended to mean the birth of a child occurring after at least twenty-two (22) weeks of pregnancy, resulting in the delivery of one or more children, whether born alive or deceased.<\/p><p data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"654\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"654\"><strong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"654\">2. After the amendments come into force, is a female employee who already has five living children still entitled to 98 days of maternity leave for each subsequent confinement?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"841\">Yes. A female employee is entitled to 98 days of maternity leave for every confinement occurring after twenty-two (22) weeks of pregnancy, regardless of the number of living children.<\/p><p data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"957\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"957\"><strong data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"957\">3. May an employer require a female employee to return to work before the end of her maternity leave?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1157\">No. An employee may only return to work earlier upon her own volition, with the employer\u2019s consent, and provided she is certified medically fit to resume work by a registered medical practitioner.<\/p><p data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1302\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1302\"><strong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1302\">4. If a female employee resumes work early, is the employer obliged to provide additional payment besides the maternity allowance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1495\">No. The Ordinance does not require employers to provide any payment beyond the maternity allowance.<br data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1408\" \/>However, employers may offer additional payments under the contract of service, if any.<\/p><p data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1641\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1641\"><strong data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1641\">5. If a female employee gives birth on or after the effective date of the amendment, is she entitled to 98 days of maternity leave?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1825\">Yes. A female employee who delivers on or after the effective date of the amendment is entitled to 98 days of maternity leave, provided that she meets the eligibility requirements.<\/p><p data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1973\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1973\"><strong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1973\">6. Is a female employee who is already on maternity leave when the amendment comes into force entitled to 98 days of maternity leave?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2069\">No. She remains entitled to maternity leave under the previous provision, which was 60 days.<\/p><p data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2303\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2303\"><strong data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2303\">7. If a female employee who is entitled to a maternity allowance agrees to return to work before completing her maternity leave, is the employer obliged to provide any additional payment besides the maternity allowance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2575\">No. There is no requirement for the employer to provide additional payments beyond the maternity allowance should the female employee voluntarily agree to return to work earlier.<br data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2488\" \/>However, employers are encouraged to provide additional payments if deemed appropriate.<\/p><p data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2662\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"2582\" data-end=\"2662\"><strong data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2662\">8. Can an employer terminate the services of a pregnant female employee?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2882\">Under the amendments, an employer is prohibited from terminating the employment of a pregnant female employee or one who is suffering from an illness arising out of her pregnancy, except in the following circumstances:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2963\">(i). Termination due to a wilful breach of the contract of service (Section 13(2));<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"2966\" data-end=\"3015\">(ii). Termination due to misconduct (Section 14(1)); or<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3076\">(iii). Termination due to the closure of the employer\u2019s business.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-domestic-workers-part-xiii\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"9\"  \n                        data-title=\"domestic-workers-part-xiii\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                DOMESTIC WORKERS (PART XIII)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"291\"><strong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"291\">1. Can a contract of service between an employer and a domestic worker be terminated, and what are the applicable notice periods?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"386\">Yes. A contract of service may be terminated by either the employer or the domestic worker:<\/p><ul data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"645\"><li class=\"\" data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"515\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"515\">In ordinary circumstances \u2014 by giving fourteen (14) days\u2019 notice or payment of fourteen (14) days\u2019 wages in lieu of notice; or<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"645\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"645\">In cases of breach of the terms and conditions of the contract \u2014 without notice and without payment of wages in lieu of notice.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"744\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"744\"><strong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"744\">2. Are domestic workers entitled to termination benefits or wages in lieu of notice?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"900\">No. Domestic workers are not entitled to termination benefits or wages in lieu of notice as they are exempted under the First Schedule of the Ordinance.<\/p><p data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1025\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1025\"><strong data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1025\">3. Under the amendments, is a domestic worker entitled to a weekly rest day as prescribed under the Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1220\">Yes. The amended First Schedule no longer excludes the application of the provision relating to rest days for domestic workers.<br data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\" \/>Thus, domestic workers are now entitled to a weekly rest day.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-salary-advances-section-103\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"10\"  \n                        data-title=\"salary-advances-section-103\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                SALARY ADVANCES (SECTION 103)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"253\"><strong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"253\">1. Under what circumstances may an employee request a salary advance from the employer?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"412\">Following the amendment, Section 103 provides that salary advances exceeding one month\u2019s wages may only be granted to an employee for the following purposes:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"482\">(a) To enable the employee to purchase, build, or repair a house;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"531\">(b) To enable the employee to purchase land;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"585\">(c) To enable the employee to purchase livestock;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"664\">(d) To enable the employee to purchase a motorcar, motorcycle, or bicycle;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"775\">(e) To enable the employee to purchase shares in the employer&#8217;s business offered for sale by the employer;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"831\">(ea) To enable the employee to purchase a computer;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"941\">(eb) To enable the employee to pay for medical expenses for themselves or their immediate family members;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1116\">(ec) To enable the employee to cover daily expenses while awaiting payment of periodic benefits for temporary disability under the Employees\u2019 Social Security Act 1969; or<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1228\">(ed) To enable the employee to pay for educational expenses for themselves or their immediate family members.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-public-holidays-section-104\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"11\"  \n                        data-title=\"public-holidays-section-104\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                PUBLIC HOLIDAYS (SECTION 104)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"297\"><strong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"297\">1. Under the amendments, are employees earning more than RM4,000.00 per month entitled to public holiday pay under Section 104(1)?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"425\">Yes. Employees earning more than RM4,000.00 per month are entitled to public holidays under Section 104(1) of the Ordinance.<\/p><p data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"547\">\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"547\"><strong data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"547\">2. What is the entitlement to public holidays for employees after the enforcement of the amended Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"664\">Following the amendments, employees are entitled to <strong data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"623\">eighteen (18) days<\/strong> of public holidays per year, as follows:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"823\">(a). Of the eighteen (18) gazetted public holidays under the <strong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"786\">Public Holidays Ordinance (Sarawak) [Cap. 8] (1958 Edition)<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"799\">six (6)<\/strong> mandatory holidays are:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"841\">i. National Day;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"888\">ii. The Birthday of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"946\">iii. The Birthday of the Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sarawak;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"962\">iv. Labour Day;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"984\">v. Malaysia Day; and<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1014\">vi. Sarawak Independence Day;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 80px;\" data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1130\">The remaining <strong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1046\">twelve (12)<\/strong> holidays shall be determined based on the religion and culture of the employee; and<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1222\">(b). Any additional holidays declared by the Sarawak Government as additional public holidays.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-working-hours-section-105\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"12\"  \n                        data-title=\"working-hours-section-105\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                WORKING HOURS (SECTION 105)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p><strong data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"225\">1. Why has the weekly working hours been reduced from 48 hours to 45 hours under the amendments to the Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p>The weekly working hours have been reduced in order to align with the International Labour Organization\u2019s <em data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"392\">Reduction of Hours of Work Recommendation, 1962 (No. 116)<\/em>, which recommends that countries practising a 48-hour work week take steps to reduce working hours.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"612\">2. May an employer reduce an employee\u2019s salary following the implementation of the 45-hour weekly work limit?<\/strong><\/p><p>No. The employee\u2019s salary is a condition agreed upon in the contract of service and therefore may not be reduced on this basis.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"860\">3. What are the employer\u2019s responsibilities upon the enforcement of the reduction in weekly working hours?<\/strong><\/p><p>Employers are required to amend the working hours stated in the contract of service so that they are consistent with the amendment to the Ordinance, and to provide a copy of the amended contract to the employee concerned.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1144\">4. Does the 45-hour work week include rest breaks?<\/strong><\/p><p>No. Rest breaks are not included in working hours, provided the employee is free to use the time and move about as they wish during the break.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1523\">5. To implement the reduction of working hours from 48 hours to 45 hours per week, may the employer reduce the number of working days from six to five days per week and increase daily working hours from 8 hours to 9 hours?<\/strong><\/p><p>Yes. The proviso under Section 105(1) allows daily working hours to be extended up to 9 hours by mutual agreement, provided that working hours on one or more other days in the week are reduced to less than 8 hours.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1970\">6. If an employer practising a six-day work week reduces daily working hours from 8 hours to 7.5 hours following the enforcement of the amendment, should the calculation of the hourly rate of pay be based on 7.5 hours?<\/strong><\/p><p>Yes. The hourly rate of pay should be calculated based on 7.5 hours because the normal working hours have changed.<br data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2091\" \/>The term <em data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2122\">\u201chourly rate of pay\u201d<\/em> refers to the ordinary rate of pay divided by the normal daily working hours.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2371\">7. For employees who are paid on an hourly basis, may an employer pay RM8.17 per hour on the grounds that the Ordinance amendments have not yet come into force?<\/strong><\/p><p>No. The wages paid by employers to employees are governed by the <strong data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2468\">Minimum Wages Order 2024<\/strong>, which stipulates that the minimum hourly wage for employees paid on an hourly basis is <strong data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2576\">RM8.72 per hour<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"205\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"205\"><strong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"205\">8. How may an employer implement the reduction in weekly working hours from 48 hours to 45 hours?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"314\">The reduction in weekly working hours from 48 to 45 hours may be implemented through the following methods:<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"452\"><strong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"330\">Example 1:<\/strong><br data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"333\" \/>By reducing daily working hours throughout the week, for instance by scheduling an earlier end time to the working day.<\/p><table width=\"653\"><tbody><tr><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>Before the Amendment<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>After the Amendment<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Day<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>Waktu Kerja<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>Number of Hours<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Hari<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>Waktu Kerja<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>Bilangan Jam<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Isnin<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Isnin<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 4.30 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Selasa<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Selasa<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 4.30 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Rabu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Rabu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 4.30 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Khamis<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Khamis<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 4.30 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Jumaat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Jumaat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 4.30 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Sabtu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Sabtu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 4.30 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Ahad<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>Hari Rehat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>&#8211;<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Ahad<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>Hari Rehat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>&#8211;<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"2\" width=\"221\"><p>Jumlah Jam Seminggu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>48<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"2\" width=\"221\"><p>Jumlah Jam Seminggu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>45<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>Waktu Rehat 12.00 tengah hari &#8211; 1.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>Waktu Rehat 12.00 tengah hari &#8211; 1.00 petang<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"7\" width=\"653\">\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"7\" width=\"653\"><p><strong data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"98\">Example 2:<\/strong><br data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"101\" \/>By reducing daily working hours throughout the week by delaying the start time of the working day.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>Before the Amendment<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>After the Amendment<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Day<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>Working Hours<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>Number of Hours<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Day<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>Working Hours<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>Number of Hours<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Isnin<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Isnin<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.30 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Selasa<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Selasa<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.30 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Rabu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Rabu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.30 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Khamis<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Khamis<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.30 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Jumaat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Jumaat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.30 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Sabtu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Sabtu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.30 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>7.5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Ahad<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>Hari Rehat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>&#8211;<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Ahad<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>Hari Rehat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>&#8211;<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"2\" width=\"221\"><p>Jumlah Jam Seminggu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>48<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"2\" width=\"221\"><p>Jumlah Jam Seminggu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>45<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>Waktu Rehat 12.00 tengah hari &#8211; 1.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>Waktu Rehat 12.00 tengah hari &#8211; 1.00 petang<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"162\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"96\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"161\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"96\">\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"7\" width=\"653\"><p><strong data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"78\">Example 3:<\/strong><br data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"81\" \/>By reducing the working hours on any one or more days within the week.<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>Before the Amendment<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>After the Amendment<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Day<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>Working Hours<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>Number of Hours<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Day<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>Working Hours<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>Number of Hours<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Isnin<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Isnin<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Selasa<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Selasa<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Rabu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Rabu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Khamis<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Khamis<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Jumaat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Jumaat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Sabtu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 5.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>8<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Sabtu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>8.00 pagi &#8211; 1.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>5<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\"><p>Ahad<\/p><\/td><td width=\"162\"><p>Hari Rehat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>&#8211;<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"60\"><p>Ahad<\/p><\/td><td width=\"161\"><p>Hari Rehat<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>&#8211;<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"2\" width=\"221\"><p>Jumlah Jam Seminggu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>48<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"2\" width=\"221\"><p>Jumlah Jam Seminggu<\/p><\/td><td width=\"96\"><p>45<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\" width=\"317\"><p>Waktu Rehat 12.00 tengah hari &#8211; 1.00 petang<\/p><\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><td colspan=\"3\" rowspan=\"2\" width=\"317\"><p>Waktu Rehat 12.00 tengah hari &#8211; 1.00 petang kecuali Hari Sabtu<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td width=\"59\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"162\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"96\">\u00a0<\/td><td width=\"19\">\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"403\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"403\"><strong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"403\">9. If an employer practising a six-day work week reduces daily working hours from 8 hours to 7.5 hours to comply with the 45-hour weekly work requirement, how should the Ordinary Rate of Pay (ORP) and the Hourly Rate of Pay (HRP) be calculated for the purpose of overtime payment?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"462\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18677 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/waktu_bekerja_s_no9.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"336\" height=\"144\" \/><\/p><p data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"811\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"811\"><strong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"811\">10. If an employer practising a six-day work week maintains daily working hours of 8 hours from Monday to Friday and reduces Saturday\u2019s working hours to 5 hours to comply with the 45-hour weekly work requirement, how should the Ordinary Rate of Pay (ORP) and the Hourly Rate of Pay (HRP) be calculated for the purpose of overtime payment?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"868\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18678 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jtkswk.gov.my\/v2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/waktu_bekerja_s_no10.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"210\" height=\"155\" \/><\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-sick-leave-section-105e\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"13\"  \n                        data-title=\"sick-leave-section-105e\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                SICK LEAVE (SECTION 105E)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"193\"><strong data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"193\">1. Why have the entitlements for sick leave and hospitalization sick leave been separated through this amendment to the Act?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"599\">The amendment to this Ordinance has separated the entitlements for sick leave and hospitalization sick leave, where employees will receive higher paid sick leave entitlement, ranging from 74 to 82 days per year (depending on the length of service), as opposed to the previous entitlement of 60 days per year. The purpose of this amendment is to allow employees sufficient time for treatment and recovery.<\/p><p data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"599\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"311\"><strong data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"199\">2. What is the new entitlement for sick leave and hospitalisation leave effective from 1 May 2025?<\/strong><br data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"202\" \/>Effective from 1 May 2025, the new entitlement for sick leave and hospitalisation leave is as follows:<\/p><div class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"><div class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"><table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"978\"><thead data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"444\"><tr data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"444\"><th data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"344\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Employee\u2019s Length of Service<\/th><th data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"369\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Sick Leave Entitlement<\/th><th data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"405\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Hospitalisation Leave Entitlement<\/th><th data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"444\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Total Entitlement (After Amendment)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"978\"><tr data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"712\"><td data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"611\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Less than 2 years<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"636\">14 days<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"672\">60 days<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"712\">74 days<\/td><\/tr><tr data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"845\"><td data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"744\" data-col-size=\"sm\">2 to 5 years<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"769\">18 days<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"805\">60 days<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"845\">78 days<\/td><\/tr><tr data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"978\"><td data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"877\" data-col-size=\"sm\">More than 5 years<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"902\">22 days<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"938\">60 days<\/td><td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"978\">82 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-paternity-leave-section-105ea\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"14\"  \n                        data-title=\"paternity-leave-section-105ea\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                PATERNITY LEAVE (SECTION 105EA)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"171\"><strong data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"171\">1. What is the entitlement for paternity leave given to male employees under the amendment to this ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"374\">The entitlement for paternity leave is 7 consecutive days, including rest days and public holidays, with the starting date of the entitlement beginning from the date the employee&#8217;s wife gives birth.<\/p><p data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"374\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"452\"><strong data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"452\">2. When does paternity leave begin and can it be taken on a split basis?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"515\">No, paternity leave must be taken continuously for 7 days.<\/p><p data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"515\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"612\"><strong data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"612\">3. What are the requirements for a male employee to receive 7 days of paid paternity leave?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"683\">The requirements for receiving 7 days of paid paternity leave are:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"740\">(i) The male employee must be married to his spouse;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"858\">(ii) The male employee must have worked for at least 12 months with the same employer before commencing leave;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1009\">(iii) The employee must notify the employer at least 30 days before the spouse&#8217;s expected delivery date or as soon as possible after the birth;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1122\">(iv) The entitlement to paid paternity leave is limited to 5 births, regardless of the number of spouses.<\/p><p data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1122\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1279\"><strong data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1279\">4. If the wife experiences a miscarriage after 22 weeks of pregnancy, is the male employee entitled to paternity leave if all other conditions are met?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1479\">Yes. This is because the definition of &#8220;confinement&#8221; under Section 2 refers to the birth of a child that occurs after 22 weeks of pregnancy, regardless of whether the child is stillborn or alive.<\/p><p data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1479\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1684\"><strong data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1684\">5. If an employee has been granted paternity leave 5 times by his employer before the amendment comes into force, is the employee still entitled to the paternity leave stipulated under Section 105EA?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1871\">The employee is still entitled to paternity leave because the paternity leave granted prior to the amendment&#8217;s commencement date is not counted towards the maximum limit of 5 births.<\/p><p data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1871\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"2142\"><strong data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"2142\">6. Mr. Shamsul has been employed by Sama Jaya Company for 12 months before the commencement of the amendment. When his wife gives birth after the commencement date, is Mr. Shamsul entitled to paternity leave if all other conditions set out in the amendment are met?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2413\">Yes. Mr. Shamsul is entitled to paternity leave because Section 105EA(3) of the amendment states that a male employee who is married and has been employed by the same employer for at least 12 months immediately before commencing leave is entitled to paternity leave.<\/p><p data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2413\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2517\"><strong data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2517\">7. Are rest days and public holidays included in the calculation of the 7 days of paternity leave?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2658\">Yes, because paternity leave is calculated continuously from the date of the spouse&#8217;s delivery, including rest days and public holidays.<\/p><p data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2658\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2833\"><strong data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2833\">8. If a female employee experiences a miscarriage after 22 weeks of pregnancy, is her husband entitled to 7 days of paid paternity leave if all other conditions are met?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"3031\">Yes, because the definition of &#8220;confinement&#8221; under Section 2 of the ordinance refers to giving birth after at least 22 weeks of pregnancy, regardless of whether the child is stillborn or alive.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-calculation-of-salary-for-incomplete-work-month-section-108b-and-108c\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"15\"  \n                        data-title=\"calculation-of-salary-for-incomplete-work-month-section-108b-and-108c\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                CALCULATION OF SALARY FOR INCOMPLETE WORK MONTH (SECTION 108B AND 108C)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p><strong>1. <\/strong><strong data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"234\">What is the formula for calculating salary for an incomplete work month established through the amendment of this ordinance for employees paid on a monthly salary basis?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"344\">The formula for calculating incomplete salary for employees paid on a monthly salary basis is as follows:<\/p><p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <u>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Monthly salary \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/u>x Number of eligible days within the salary period<\/p><p>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Number of days in the salary period<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>2.<\/strong><strong data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"598\">With reference to the above formula, in which situations can this salary calculation for an incomplete work month be used?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"709\">The formula for calculating salary for an incomplete work month is applicable in the following situations:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"787\">a) The employee starts work after the first day of the month in question;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"875\">b) The employee\u2019s employment is terminated before the end of the month in question;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"967\">c) The employee takes unpaid leave for one day or more during the month in question; or<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1235\">d) The employee is absent due to attending national service under the National Service Act 1952 [Act 425] or attending National Service Training under the National Service Training Act 2003 [Act 628], or complying with any written law related to national service.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-payment-of-salary-section-109\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"16\"  \n                        data-title=\"payment-of-salary-section-109\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                PAYMENT OF SALARY (SECTION 109)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p><strong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"91\" data-is-only-node=\"\">1. What amendment was made to the method of salary payment under sections 111 and 111A?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"345\">Through this amendment, payment of salary by cheque or cash is only allowed upon the written request of the employee to the employer. In addition, the amendment grants the Minister the authority to permit other recognized salary payment instruments.<\/p><p data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"345\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"459\"><strong data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"459\" data-is-only-node=\"\">2. With this amendment, does payment of salary by lawful money or cheque require approval from the Director?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"638\">No, Section 111A does not require payment of salary by lawful money or cheque to obtain approval from the Director. Payments can be made upon written request to the employer.<\/p><p data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"825\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"825\"><strong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"825\" data-is-only-node=\"\">3. After the enactment of this amendment, can an employer pay salary for work done on rest days, public holidays, and overtime not later than the last day of the next salary period?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"995\">Yes, Section 109(2) provides that salary for work done on rest days, public holidays, and overtime can be paid not later than the last day of the next salary period.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-contractor-for-labour-section-117d\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"17\"  \n                        data-title=\"contractor-for-labour-section-117d\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                CONTRACTOR FOR LABOUR (SECTION 117D)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p><strong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"85\" data-is-only-node=\"\">1. What is the latest definition of a contractor for labour under this amendment?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"408\">The definition of a Labour Contractor has been amended to the new definition, which is someone who contracts with a principal, contractor, or subcontractor to supply labour required to perform all or any part of the work that the contractor or subcontractor has contracted to carry out for the principal or contractor.<\/p><p data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"504\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"504\"><strong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"504\" data-is-only-node=\"\">2. What are the new responsibilities of a Labour Contractor who intends to supply workers?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"562\">A Labour Contractor intending to supply workers must:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"664\">(a) Report to the Director using the prescribed form within 14 days before supplying the workers;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"758\">(b) Enter into a written contract with the party to whom the workers are supplied; and<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"904\">(c) Maintain and manage a register containing information on each supplied worker, which must be submitted to the Director for inspection.<\/p><p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"904\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"904\"><strong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1032\" data-is-only-node=\"\">3. Does the obligation to make a written contract apply to agreements made before the date the amendment comes into force?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1040\">No.<\/p><p data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1040\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1164\"><strong data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1164\" data-is-only-node=\"\">4. Is failing to ensure that the contract or related documents are available for inspection an offence under this Act?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1271\">Yes. A Labour Contractor can be fined up to RM50,000 if found guilty of any of the following offences:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1341\">(i) Supplying workers without being registered with the Director;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1437\">(ii) Failing to ensure that the contract or related documents are available for inspection;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1545\">(iii) Failing to maintain the workers&#8217; register or ensuring the documents are available for inspection.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-cancellation-of-employment-licence-for-non-resident-workers-section-119\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"18\"  \n                        data-title=\"cancellation-of-employment-licence-for-non-resident-workers-section-119\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                CANCELLATION OF EMPLOYMENT LICENCE FOR NON-RESIDENT WORKERS (SECTION 119)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"123\"><strong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"123\" data-is-only-node=\"\">1. In what situations can the Director cancel the employment licence for non-resident workers issued under Section 119?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"402\">After the amendment, Section 119F lists the circumstances under which the Director can cancel a particular licence that has been issued. The steps that the employer needs to take in order to apply for the cancellation of the licence are also provided under the same section.<\/p><p data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"402\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"569\"><strong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"569\" data-is-only-node=\"\">2. Under this amendment, does \u201cnon-resident employee\u201d include an \u201cexpatriate\u201d worker who has been issued a work permit by the Immigration Department of Malaysia?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"676\">Yes, the amended definition of &#8220;employee&#8221; includes any person who has entered into a service contract.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-flexible-work-arrangements-section-121a-and-121b\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"19\"  \n                        data-title=\"flexible-work-arrangements-section-121a-and-121b\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENTS (SECTION 121A AND 121B)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"107\"><strong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"107\">1. Under this amendment to the Ordinance, can an employee apply for flexible working from the employer?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"173\">Yes, employees can apply for flexible working from the employer.<\/p><p data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"173\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"266\"><strong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"266\">2. What types of Flexible Work Arrangements can employees request from their employers?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"431\">Under the new provisions introduced by this amendment to the Ordinance, employees can apply for any of the following three (3) types of Flexible Work Arrangements:<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"461\">(i) Change in working hours;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"491\">(ii) Change in working days;<\/p><p class=\"\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"523\">(iii) Change in work location.<\/p><p data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"688\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"688\"><strong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"688\">3. Can an employee apply for all three types of flexible work arrangements, i.e., change in working hours, working days, and work location from their employer?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"819\">Yes, Section 121A does not prevent an employee from applying for all three types of flexible work arrangements from the employer.<\/p><p data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"973\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"973\"><strong data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"973\">4. If an employee&#8217;s application for flexible work arrangements is approved, can the employer no longer provide rest days or annual leave thereafter?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1121\">No, the flexible work arrangement is subject to Chapter XIV, which stipulates the rights to rest days and annual leave entitlements for employees.<\/p><p data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1246\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1246\"><strong data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1246\">5. What are the employer&#8217;s responsibilities when receiving a flexible work arrangement application from their employee?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1521\">The employer is required to provide a response to either approve or reject the application within 60 days from the date the application is received. The response must be made in writing, and if the application is rejected, the employer must state the reasons for rejection.<\/p><p data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1658\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1658\"><strong data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1658\">6. Can the employer approve flexible work arrangements for a specific period? For example, approval can be given for only 6 months?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1762\">Yes, Chapter XIVB does not require the employer\u2019s approval to be permanent or for a specific duration.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-standard-minimum-housing-accommodation-and-facilities-for-workers-part-iva\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"20\"  \n                        data-title=\"standard-minimum-housing-accommodation-and-facilities-for-workers-part-iva\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                STANDARD MINIMUM HOUSING, ACCOMMODATION AND FACILITIES FOR WORKERS (PART IVA)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <p class=\"\" data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"165\"><strong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"165\">1. What is the purpose of the amendment to the Ordinance by including matters concerning the standard minimum housing, accommodation, and facilities for workers?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"675\">The amendment to the Ordinance incorporates provisions concerning the standard minimum housing, accommodation, and facilities for workers, with the aim of harmonising the rights and protection of workers in Sarawak with those of workers in Peninsular Malaysia. Furthermore, it seeks to ensure consistent protection for workers across the nation, including the employer\u2019s obligation to provide housing and accommodation that is conducive and complies with the standards prescribed by the relevant authorities.<\/p><p data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"757\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"757\"><strong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"757\">2. What is the distinction between housing and accommodation under Part IVA?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"919\">Housing refers to any building located on an estate, while accommodation pertains to housing for workers employed for purposes other than working on the estate.<\/p><p data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"1022\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"1022\"><strong data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"1022\">3. What actions must an employer take if they intend to provide housing for workers on an estate?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1162\">An employer must submit the building and site plans, which have been approved by the relevant authority, to the Director for confirmation.<\/p><p data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1298\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1298\"><strong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1298\">4. What additional facilities must an employer provide when offering housing to workers on an estate, as per Chapters XVB and XVC?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1513\">The employer is required to provide an adequate supply of water and electricity, a childcare centre, land for gardening and grazing, a community hall, sports and recreational facilities, and healthcare facilities.<\/p><p data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1609\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1609\"><strong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1609\">5. What are examples of water supply sources that can be provided to workers on an estate?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1863\">Employers on an estate may supply water to workers from either public water sources or their own private sources, such as wells, rivers, underground water, ponds, etc. However, the use of private water sources requires prior approval from the Director.<\/p><p data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1979\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1979\"><strong data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1979\">6. What procedure must an employer on an estate follow if they wish to utilise their own water supply sources?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2181\">The employer must submit an application to obtain written approval from the Director, ensuring that the water source is suitable for drinking, and the water must be tested by a Health Medical Officer.<\/p><p data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2359\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2359\"><strong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2359\">7. Can employers charge rent or fees in connection with housing, childcare centres, community halls, and sports or recreational facilities provided to workers on an estate?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2457\">No. According to section 122J, no rent or fees may be levied for any of the facilities provided.<\/p><p data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2624\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2624\"><strong data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2624\">8. Do the provisions concerning the standard minimum housing, accommodation, and facilities for workers apply to workers whose monthly salary exceeds RM4,000.00?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2795\">Yes, workers whose monthly salary exceeds RM4,000.00 are entitled to the standard minimum housing, accommodation, and facilities for workers as specified under Part IVA.<\/p><p data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2862\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2862\"><strong data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2862\">9. Who is required to apply for an accommodation certificate?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2979\">The employer and any provider of centralized accommodation are required to apply for the accommodation certificate.<\/p><p data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3064\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3064\"><strong data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3064\">10. Who is defined as a &#8220;centralized accommodation provider&#8221; under Chapter XVD?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3291\">Under Chapter XVD, a &#8220;centralized accommodation provider&#8221; refers to any person who provides and manages centralized accommodation for one or more employers, excluding employers who provide accommodation for their own workers.<\/p><p data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3355\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3355\"><strong data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3355\">11. Can an employer charge rent or fees for accommodation?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3501\">Under section 122AD, an employer may charge rent or fees for accommodation, provided such charges are subject to conditions set by the Minister.<\/p><p data-start=\"3507\" data-end=\"3625\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"3507\" data-end=\"3625\"><strong data-start=\"3507\" data-end=\"3625\">12. Is failure by an employer or centralized accommodation provider to obtain an accommodation certificate an offence?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"3627\" data-end=\"3978\">Yes, failure by either the employer or the centralized accommodation provider to obtain an accommodation certificate constitutes an offence. Such an offence may attract a fine not exceeding RM50,000 for the employer, or a fine not exceeding RM50,000, imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year, or both, for the centralized accommodation provider.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-item\">\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-title bdt-accordion-title bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle bdt-flex-between\" \n                        id=\"bdt-ep-accordion-general-penalty-chapter-xvia\" \n                        data-accordion-index=\"21\"  \n                        data-title=\"general-penalty-chapter-xvia\">\n\n                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon bdt-flex-align-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-closed\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-plus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                                                            <span class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-icon-opened\">\n                                            <i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-fw fas fa-minus\"><\/i>                                        <\/span>\n                                    \n                                <\/span>\n                            \n                            <span role=\"heading\" class=\"bdt-ep-title-text bdt-flex bdt-flex-middle\">\n\n                                                                GENERAL PENALTY (CHAPTER XVIA)                            <\/span>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"bdt-ep-accordion-content bdt-accordion-content\">\n                            <article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-64\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"><div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[70rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(12)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"><div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"><div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"9165ca70-0185-40a5-8b89-9e679f811260\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o-mini\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"120\"><strong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"120\">1. Why has the general penalty been increased from RM10,000.00 to RM50,000.00 under this amendment to the Ordinance?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"402\">The amendment to the Ordinance increases the fine for any person who commits an offence or violates any provision of this Ordinance or its regulations from a maximum fine of RM10,000.00 to a maximum fine of RM50,000.00. This increase aims to enhance compliance with the Ordinance.<\/p><p data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"469\">\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"469\"><strong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"469\">2. Does the new penalty rate apply to ongoing cases in court?<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"\" data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"570\">No. The new penalty rate applies only to cases initiated after the effective date of the Ordinance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article>                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-54b62f4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"54b62f4\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-059562d\" data-id=\"059562d\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21c926e elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"21c926e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Layoff Management 1. What does layoff mean? Layoff means the termination of a service contract due to company closure and redundancy. Redundancies can arise as a result of a number of reasons such as company reorganization, production reduction, company mergers, technological changes, company takeovers and others. 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