Govt touts tenfold penalty increase in work safety amendment

The government’s commitment to creating a conducive work environment will be realised through the enforcement of the Occupational Safety and Health (Amendment) Act 2022.

Deputy Minister of Human Resources Abdul Rahman Mohamad said the amendments, scheduled to be enforced from June 1, include a tenfold increase in penalties.

“Among the significant changes in the Occupational Safety and Health (Amendment) Act 2022 is...