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Companies Act 2016: Post Implementation, Issues and Challenges

Hotel Equatorial Penang 1, Jalan Bukit Jambul, Bayan Lepas, Penang

The Companies Act 2016 (CA2016) came into effect in January 2017 and has changed the business landscape in Malaysia significantly. Simplified processes, new corporate rescue mechanisms, enhanced corporate governance and extended directors’ duties and responsibilities are some key changes affecting business operations. One year on, the facilitator of this workshop will review the post implementation of CA 2016 by highlighting the issues and challenges faced and share best practices gathered.

Seminar on Sales Tax Valuation, HS Coding & Classification of Goods and Audit

Setia SPICE Convention Centre Jalan Tun Dr. Awang, Bayan Lepas, Penang

The new Sales and Service Tax (SST 2.0), which comes into effect from 01 September 2018, incorporates changes into a simpler system for businesses. This seminar will provide participants with the understanding on sales tax valuation methods, computation of sales value, sales tax exemption, classification of goods under Customs Duties Order 2017, rules and order of HS coding and so on.

Safety & Health Conference 2019: “Tweaking OSH Mindset, Cultivating OSH Culture”

Hotel Equatorial Penang 1, Jalan Bukit Jambul, Bayan Lepas, Penang

While working together to achieve targeted productivity of an organization, both employers and employees have the same goal – do not want anyone to get hurt on the job. Work-related injuries, illnesses and deaths not only involve financial costs but also affect every aspect of life for workers and their families. Maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, employers and employees must know their responsibilities to practise safety and health efforts within the purview of safety and health related laws and regulations through a system which can cultivate safety culture with open communication, address specific workplace hazards and find the best solutions for safety and health issues.

Seminar on “SALES TAX VALUATION, HS CODING & CLASSIFICATION OF GOODS AND AUDIT”

Hotel Equatorial Penang 1, Jalan Bukit Jambul, Bayan Lepas, Penang

The new Sales and Service Tax (SST 2.0), which comes into effect from 01 September 2018, incorporates changes into a simpler system for businesses. This seminar will provide participants with the understanding on sales tax valuation methods, computation of sales value, sales tax exemption, classification of goods under Customs Duties Order 2017, rules and order of HS coding and so on.

RIGHTS & OBLIGATIONS OF EMPLOYERS & EMPLOYEES DURING THE MANDATORY LOCKDOWN PERIOD IN MALAYSIA DUE TO COVID-19

Online Training via Zoom

This 1-day program is aimed to provide an overview of the possible outcome of employment during the mandatory lockdown period in Malaysia where certain non-essential industries are not allowed to operate. Where essential industries are allowed to operate, there are also certain restrictions imposed e.g., not more that 60% to 80% of the workforce allowed in the office at any one time and so on. Given this scenario, some companies may be forced to reduce staff, request staff to work from home where possible or even take pay cuts. The last option for employers who cannot afford the constant lockdown is either to retrench their staff or forced to close down the company. Hence, employers and employees want to know the extent of their rights and obligations and what can and cannot be done.

(MC) Understanding of the Employment Act 1955 Amendment 2022

Eastin Hotel Penang 1, Solok Bayan Indah, Queensbay, Bayan Lepas, Penang

This very intensive two day program focusing entirely on the Employment Act 1955 and all the new amendments via the Employment (Amendment) Act 2022 is based on over 32 years of experience and practical knowledge of the facilitator who is a practicing HR Manager, HR Consultant and Trainer and who has designed this program to provide participants with the knowledge of relevant and pertinent sections within the Employment Act (including the regulations on Part Time Work, the New Minimum Wage Order 2022, Sexual Harassment, and all other amendments from year 2013 up to 2022) thus enabling them to better manage their employees. This program will cover the pertinent and relevant areas of the Employment Act (both Old and New) and the differences that the new amendments bring about that deals with minimum employee benefits, minimum requirements to be adhered to, definitions that must be complied with and how we can utilize the Act to better manage our employees.

(CEP Program) Safety and Health Committee In Action

Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang 10, Lebuh Farquhar, Georgetown, Penang

Safety and health committee plays an important role in promoting workplace well-being and preventing workplace accidents and injuries. The appointment of management, employees’ representatives and safety experts are according to Occupational Safety and Health (Safety and Health Committee) Regulations 1996, to identify hazards, develop safety and health policies and promote culture of safety in the organization. A committed safety and health committee is vital for driving workplace safety and workers well-being. Employees’ active participation brings along valuable insights, identify hazards and champion safety initiatives, fostering a culture of collective responsibility for a safer work environment.

(CEP Program) HIRARC Risk Management based on the Latest Legal Requirements

Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang 10, Lebuh Farquhar, Georgetown, Penang

Section 15 of Occupational Health and Safety Act states that employer's responsibility is to ensure safe workplace and manage risk as low as tolerable as to prevent injury at workplace. The responsibility of managing risk is crucial and establish as HIRARC safe system of work program is important as it also complying with this section. This program offers a technique of risk management including hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control.

[Confirmed] Updates on Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024

Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang 10, Lebuh Farquhar, Georgetown, Penang

The Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024 (PDPA 2024) in Malaysia, which was published in the Gazette on 17 October 2024, marks significant changes to Malaysia’s data protection framework. The significant amendments include mandatory data protection officer (DPO) appointment by controllers and processors, mandatory data breach notifications, data portability rights and requirements under the security principle. The PDPA 2024 also amends the rules relating to data transfers and increases penalties for non-compliance. These amendments to the current Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA 2010) aims to modernize the law, aligning more closely with internationally recognized standards, positioning Malaysia alongside its regional peers in Asia-Pacific, addressing the evolving challenges of data protection in the digital age. The PDPA 2024 will be implemented in stages starting 01 January 2025, with different sections coming into effect on 01 April and 01 June 2025, addressing inclusion of biometric data as sensitive personal data, security compliance, and international data transfer rules.

[Confirmed] Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA) 2024

Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang 10, Lebuh Farquhar, Georgetown, Penang

The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act 2024 program is a comprehensive one-day program designed to educate participants on the key aspects of the newly enacted legislation aimed at enhancing energy efficiency across various sectors. The training will cover the historical context, important provisions, and compliance requirements of the Act, as well as best practices for implementation.

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