The National Wage Consultative has finalised the Minimum Wage Order Guidelines 2012, said the Human Resources Ministry.

The guidelines, among others, listed the minimum wage of workers who are on daily rate, and those without basic wage but are paid on piece-rate, tonnage, trips and commissions.

They also explain the restructuring of salaries after employers have consulted employees and the postponement sought by employers.

“For employers who employ six or more employees, the effective date of implementation is on Jan 1, 2013 and applications for postponement can be made to the council before or on Oct 2.

“For employers with five or fewer workers, the effective date of implementation is on July 1, 2013 and applications for postponement can be made before or on April 1, 2013,” said the ministry in a statement.

Further information can be obtained by visiting www.mohr.gov.my .

The minimum wage order was gazetted on July 16 with the minimum wage order 2012 coming into force on Jan 1 next year while the minimum wage will be reviewed every two years.

- Bernama