Putrajaya has been operating Top Glove Corporation Berhad in 5 states on November 26, after one of the factories in Meru, Klang became the biggest contributor to the Covid-19 case, the Lotus Cluster.
According to a statement, the Ministry of Human Resources revealed that the operation was carried out with the Department of Manpower Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM), in Johor, Perak, Kedah, Kelantan and Negri Sembilan involving 6 factories, with 19 investigation papers opened against the company.
The results of a comprehensive investigation into the accommodation of workers and hostels found that employers did not comply with the Minimum Standards Act on Housing, Accommodation and Facilities of Employees 1990 (Act 446).
The main breach involves the company's failure to submit a Placement Certificate application from the director general of the Department of Manpower, as stipulated under Section 24D, Law 446.
Therefore, TKSM will take further action to refer the investigation paper that has been opened to the deputy public prosecutor, for all offenses investigated under Act 446. If convicted, an employer can be fined up to RM 50,000 for each offense.
Meanwhile, Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob yesterday announced that he would increase the movement control order (EMCO) at the Top Glove quarters in Meru, Klang which has been extended for another 14 days from today, until 14 December.
In addition, the National Security Council has stipulated that all Top Glove employees at the location must undergo a Covid-19 screening test. However, those found to be negative are considered to be at high risk and are required to undergo quarantine.
In addition, all employees will be given a Home Surveillance Order (HSO) for 14 days, and will wear a wrist bracelet for surveillance, undergo daily health check-ups, and undergo repeated Covid-19 tests on the 13th day of their HSO.
