When Builders Go Bust: Why Malaysia Must Fix the Retention Sum Crisis
Malaysia’s construction industry plays a critical role in national development, delivering infrastructure, commercial buildings, and housing that support economic growth.
The Rise of EVs and Its Fire Safety Implications for Malaysia
As electric vehicle (EV) adoption surges in Malaysia, fire safety professionals must confront a pressing issue: Are we prepared for the fire risks posed by this new wave of technology?
What is Practical Completion for a Construction Contract?
In the construction industry, practical completion marks one of the most important milestones in the construction contract. Generally, upon practical completion, a series of rights and obligations under the contract are triggered as a result.
Direct Payment against the Principal under CIPAA 2012 (Part 2)
by KELVIN NG CY (FSIArb) (MCIArb) Advocate and solicitor in the High Court of Malaya Adjudicator under the KLRCA panel In this article, we explore what happens if the principal …
Direct Payment against the Principal under CIPAA 2012 (Part 1)
by KELVIN NG CY (FSIArb) (MCIArb) Advocate and solicitor in the High Court of Malaya Adjudicator under the KLRCA panel How does this proceeding work? If a subcontractor is not …
ROLE AND CHALLENGES OF THE FIRE ENGINEER IN GREEN BUILDING DESIGN
The objective of fire engineers is to design fire protection systems to achieve life safety protection and property protection in that order. To venture beyond these two main objectives will require concerted change of mindset.
Fire Engineering – Essential Aspect of Insurance Coverage
Engineers play various important roles from cradle to grave of a building in managing the risks along this long journey.
The Challenges of Building Green
The word “Green” has evolved to become a buzz word in many sectors of industries and businesses. For example, green products, green technology, green labelling, green economy, green growth, green buildings, etc.
Fire Evacuation Strategy – Key to Life Safety of Premises
Building owners must put in place a fire evacuation strategy in order to ensure that the occupants inside the building are able to evacuate orderly, promptly and safely in the event of a fire incident.
Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems & Equipment
This article sets out a basic understanding of the legal framework and the structure of Australian Standard AS1851 for the Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems & Equipment