Sabah & Sarawak Labour Ordinance and Latest Amendment

Malaysian Export Academy (HRD Corp Registered Training Provider) Presents

Programme No.: 10001744240

16 October 2026, Friday | 9.00 am – 5.00 pm | ZOOM Virtual Platform

[HRD Corp Claimable Course]

Introduction

The Sabah Labour Ordinance (Cap. 67) and the Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Cap. 76) are the primary employment laws governing private sector employment in the states of Sabah and Sarawak. These Ordinances provide legal protection for employees and establish the rights, duties, and obligations of both employers and employees.

Following recent amendments, many provisions have been aligned with the Employment Act 1955, while still retaining state-specific requirements.

Objectives

• Understand the key amendments in the Sabah and Sarawak Labour Ordinance (2025).
• Compare key differences and similarities between the Employment Act 1955 and the Labour Ordinances.
• Identify compliance risks and necessary updates to employment contracts, policies, and HR practices.
• Apply the Ordinance amendments in handling employee entitlements, terminations, and dispute management.
• Strengthen organisational compliance and reduce exposure to labour disputes in Sabah and Sarawak.

Who Should Attend?

HR Practitioners, Managers and Supervisors, Business Owners, Legal & Admin Personnel handling HR documentation, Compliance & Industrial Relations Officers

Outlines

ORDINANCE OVERVIEW & CORE EMPLOYMENT PROVISIONS:

• Introduction to Malaysian Employment Laws
• Overview of the Sabah & Sarawak Labour Ordinances
• Scope of Coverage
• Contracts of Employment
• Wages and Salary Administration
• Working Hours and Overtime
• Leave Entitlements
• Maternity and Paternity Benefits
• Termination of Employment
• Misconduct and Domestic Inquiry
• Employer Compliance and Record Keeping
• Labour Department Investigations Amendments and Case Studies
• Practical HR Compliance Workshop
• Why the 2025 amendments were introduced
• Comparison of SLO Sabah, SLO Sarawak and the Employment Act 1955

RM972.00 per person

Fee inclusive of e-notes, e-certificate of attendance and 8% SST

HRD Corp Claimable Course (subject to approval).

Registration Details

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Organiser: Malaysian Export Academy Sdn Bhd (MyCoID: 791613A)

Contact Person: Eryna | Email: eryna.mexa@gmail.com

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