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Why Every Company in Malaysia Needs OSH Compliance in 2025

OSH compliance is no longer just about safety. It is about legal protection, business credibility, and staying competitive.

Whether you are managing a factory, running a corporate office, operating a retail outlet, or leading a school, your company is legally required to comply with Malaysia’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act.

And if you’re not ready?

You are facing more than just a warning.

Penalties can go up to RM500,000, with potential jail time for responsible persons.

OSH Compliance Is Not Just for Factories

One of the biggest misconceptions is that OSH compliance only applies to high-risk industries like manufacturing and construction.

That is no longer true.

Under Section 1(2) of the OSH Act, any workplace is required to comply. That includes:

Offices

Retail outlets

Cafés and restaurants

Schools, colleges, and universities

Clinics and hospitals

If you employ people and operate a workplace, you are required by law to comply.

Can You Check These Off Your Compliance List?

Here is what the law expects you to have in place:

OSH Policy: Formally documented and communicated (Section 16)

Risk Assessment (HIRARC): Conducted and regularly updated (Section 18B)

OSH Committee: Required for companies with 40 or more staff (Section 30)

OSH Coordinator: Required for companies with 5 or more staff (Section 29A)

This is only the beginning.

Under Section 15(2), employers must also ensure:

A safe working environment

Proper handling and storage of hazardous materials

Employee training and supervision

Emergency response planning

Safe access routes and escape paths

Timely reporting of incidents to DOSH (Section 32)

It is not enough to keep documents on file. You need real systems that are working and maintained.

How We Help: Road to OSH Compliance Training

If you are unsure about your company’s current compliance status or lack the internal expertise to implement these requirements, we can help.

The Road to OSH Compliance is a step-by-step, hands-on training program delivered on-site and fully claimable under HRD Corp.

What’s included:

Gap Assessment (1 Day)

OSH Committee Roles and Setup (1 Day)

Risk Assessment (2 Days)

Risk Control Measures (2 Days)

Emergency Preparedness (2 Days)

Post-OSH Workplace Assessment (0.5 Day)

Timeline: 2 to 3 months (flexible to your operations)
Format: In-house, practical, and interactive
Funding: HRD Corp Claimable

Why This Program Matters

Aligns with the latest OSH legal requirements

Reduces business risk and potential legal penalties

Prepares your team for vendor audits and client assessments

Positions your company as a responsible and trusted supplier

Builds internal OSH capability that lasts

Take Action Before It Is Too Late

Do not wait for a DOSH inspection, a failed client audit, or a preventable workplace incident.

Compliance is not just a requirement. It is your competitive edge.

Register Your Interest Now

📧 sophie@malaysiahrforum.com
📱 010-861 1851

Let us help you build a safer, compliant, and audit-ready workplace. Together.

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