Malaysia

All foreign workers must undergo Covid-19 tests starting Jan 1: Saravanan

HR minister says cost to be borne by employers

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 22 Dec 2020 10:00AM

All foreign workers must undergo Covid-19 tests starting Jan 1: Saravanan
Covid-19 outbreaks have emerged among the foreign workforce in Malaysia. – The Vibes file pic, December 22, 2020

PUTRAJAYA – All employers are required to ensure that their foreign workers undergo Covid-19 screening starting January 1, said Datuk Seri M. Saravanan.

The human resources minister, in a statement yesterday, said the cost will be borne by employers.

“However, for foreign workers who contribute to the Social Security Organisation (Socso), tests can be done at clinics appointed by Socso.”

He said the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases (Fees for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Detection Test) Regulations 2020 are expected to be enforced in the near future.

Any employer who fails to comply with the directive will face action, he said. – Bernama, December 22, 2020

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