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Safety in Engineering Insight and Workplace Safety Enhancement
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In this issue, we are delighted to present a session with the DirectorGeneral of the Department of Occupational Safety & Health Malaysia (DOSH), where we discuss recent changes in OSH legislation and the new measures introduced in the amended law to help prevent occupational accidents.
We are also pleased to share two case studies of mishaps related to design issues with water tanks. Our feature article offers insights into Safety Engineering in Education, which can become an important engineering field in the future.
We hope this issue adds value to your safety awareness. We also invite all of you to join our Safety in Engineering Symposium 2024 on 17 July 2024, where many will be sharing views on the safety and health legislation and practical guidance with the hope to prepare all stakeholders.
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Engineering a New Era: Embracing Digital Transformation
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Addressing Regulatory Shifts in
Occupational Safety & Health
Interviewee:
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta Zakaria
Director-General
Department of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH)
The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) Safety in Engineering Special Interest Group (SESIG) recently took a commendable initiative to enhance safety standards in the engineering field. A committee from SESIG met with Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta Zakaria, the Director General of the Department of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH) and advisor to SESIG, for an insightful interview.
This article explores the key takeaways from this discussion, highlighting the collaborative efforts between IEM and DOSH to promote awareness of Occupational Safety & Health and future developments in OSH legislation. Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta speaks about the impending enforcement of the Occupational Safety & Health (Amendment) Act 2022 (OSHA) and the Repeal of the Factories & Machinery (FMA) Act 1967, as well as the challenges and opportunities in the bid to reduce the overall number of occupational accidents in Malaysia.
After almost three decades, the Malaysian Parliament passed the Occupational Safety & Health (Amendment) Act 2022 (Amendment Act) on 4 March 2022. The Ministry of Human Resources gazetted the Amendment Act on 16 March the same year, marking a milestone in the nation’s advancement in occupational safety and health. It has been in force since 1 June 2024, with several new subsidiary legislations, such as the published regulations: Occupational Safety & Health (Plant Requiring Certificate of Fitness) Regulations 2024, Occupational Safety & Health (Licensed Person) Order 2024, Occupational Safety & Health (Fee For Registration of Competent Person and Registered Training Provider) Regulations 2024 and Occupational Safety & Health (Construction Work) (Design & Management) Regulations 2024.
Apart from the amendments to the existing OSHA, the Factories & Machinery Act 1967 (FMA) will also be repealed as the approach used in the existing FMA is no longer compatible with current evolving technology. The Parliament passed the Factories & Machinery (Repeal) Act 2022 on 16 March 2022 and, like the OSHA Amendment Act, the repealed FMA also take effect on 1 June 2024. From this date, the relevant provisions of the repealed FMA, in particular provisions relating to the inspection of machinery will be consolidated (with changes) into the amended OSHA.
The enforcement of both the Amendment Act and the repealed FMA come with opportunities and challenges in reducing occupational accidents in the country. Based on analysis that DOSH carried out over the past decade, occupational injury rate in 2022 showed a decrease of 33%, compared to 3.31 per 1,000 workers in 2012. Meanwhile, the 2022 occupational fatal injury rate decreased by 56%, compared to 4.64 per 100,000 employees in 2012.
Amendment of OSHA 2022 and Repeal of FMA 1967
Commenting on the integration of both the legislative amendments forming a single OSHA (Amendment) 2022, Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta, the Director-General of the Department of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH), Malaysia says the transition to the Amendment Act is being handled with proper management of change. Resolute in his commitment to advancing occupational safety and health standards in the country over the years, he emphasises the need to understand the necessity to integrate the said legislative amendments.
“The amendments to OSHA are welcomed changes to the old legislation. This is in keeping with rapid changes in various industries over the past years,” he says. The most significant amendment is the expansion of the scope and applicability of OSHA to all places of work with few exceptions. This is in line with the increasing global focus on occupational safety and health
to ensure sustainability of human resources.
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta says the amended OSHA also introduces more measures by emphasising the responsibilities of employers and principals, giving more rights to employees and setting higher penalties for offences. Companies, especially those in industries not previously subjected to OSHA, should stay informed about the changes under the amended OSHA and be ready to implement them.
Elaborating further, he says the principle of Amendment Act is a combination of both OSHA 1994 and FMA 1967. Based on both existing Acts, the self-regulation principle of OSHA 1994 will be applied and more critical provisions, such as control over machinery and factories governed in FMA 1967, are included in the Amendment Act. He adds that although the Amendment Act applies self-regulation principles, issues involving the control of risky machinery will be handled by prescriptive approaches. For example, regulations previously governed under FMA i.e. Factories & Machinery (Steam Boiler and Unfired Pressure Vessel) Regulations 1970 Factories & Machinery (Notification of Fitness and Inspections) Regulations 1970, Factories and Machinery (Certificates of Competency Examinations) Regulations 1970 and Factories & Machinery (Electric Passenger and Goods Lift) Regulations 1970 will be replaced by the Occupational Safety & Health (Plant Requiring Certificate of fitness) Regulations 2024 under the new OSHA amendment 2022.
“Existing subsidiary legislations under OSHA 1994 will remain and a few of them will be amended to be streamlined with current technologies as well as to cater to the current OSH issues in industries. The Amendment Act also introduces new provisions such as duty to conduct risk assessment, workers’ rights, etc. Therefore, new regulations and guidance will be introduced to describe further the requirement for these new provisions,” he says.
Statutory Duty and Safety Training Requirements Under OSHA
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta points out that ensuring workplace safety often involves employers or organisations appointing Safety & Health Officers (SHOs) and placing most of the responsibility on them, a practice that persists even now. “However, under the new OSHA regulations, SHOs will be appointed rather than hired, thus shifting greater responsibility onto the employers, as originally intended, with SHOs tasked primarily to advise employers, addressing the issue of potential conflict of interest in previous arrangement when SHOs are hired and so inclined to prioritise their employers’ interests,” he says.
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta also says that OSH training programme is very important for employees as they can learn work safety procedures pertaining to their job activities. This will become more critical if these activities are dangerous and risky. “This proactive step of providing relevant training programmes can help prevent occupational accidents from happening at the workplace,” he says, adding that the Amendment Act has introduced a requirement that recognises the need for a certain “class or description of persons” to attend specific OSH training before they can perform their work activities. This provision is aimed at high-risk work activities, such as working at heights, handling dangerous machinery or working in confined spaces. For this purpose, the Minister
of Human Resources will make an Order published in the Gazette of the Ministry of Human Resources to prescribe the class and description of people who must undergo the specific training.
On the other hand, a competent person is someone registered with the Director-General of DOSH, as stipulated under Section 31(C) OSHA 1994. These competent persons have their own duties in the Act, for example, to operate or be in charge of any plant or to carry out medical surveillance and health examination.
“Duties for employers, employees and competent person with regards to safety and health are clearly stated in the law. While the employer is responsible for providing employees with a safe work environment, everyone – managers, supervisors and general employees – plays a role in safety and health at the workplace; it is truly a collective effort,” says Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta.
New Requirement of OSH Coordinator
OSH management and coordination by employers play an important role in preventing accidents in the workplace. Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta also stresses on the need to coordinate OSH Programmes, such as safety related training, meetings and workplace inspections which are conducted to create awareness, share knowledge and help improve compliance of OSH.
The Amendment Act has introduced a requirement for a workplace with five or more employees, to appoint an Occupational Safety & Health Coordinator (OSH-Coordinator) to assist employers in OSH-related matters. This applies to workplaces that do not have to appoint SHOs.
“This will help the employer to conduct an OSH Programme at the workplace with high-impact results and low-cost implementation. It is
hoped that the Culture of Prevention can be cultivated so that the number of workplace accidents can be reduced,” says Ir. Haji Mohd Hatta.
Risk Assessment
The Amendment Act introduces new provisions on the duties of employer, self-employed persons and the principles to carry out risk assessment for every activity at the workplace. For this purpose, Ir. Haji Mohd says DOSH will introduce a new regulation to describe further the provision in the Act and will be supported with Industry Code of Practice (ICOP) as a guide for employers on compliance, as far as is practicable, to the provision.
Through the ICOP, DOSH has reviewed the existing technique for risk assessment in previous guidelines (HI – Hazard Identification, RA – Risk Assessment and RC –Risk Control or HIRARC 2008) and introduced improved methods on how to conduct risk assessment, including better risk management at the workplace.
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta says: “This is expected to guide employers, as one of the indicators, to evaluate the effectiveness of control measures implemented at the workplace. Most importantly, they must implement a structured way to periodically monitor the performance of control measures at the respective workplace.”
Any employer, business entity or company has the option to incorporate local standards into its Risk Assessment, leveraging on guidelines from MS ISO 31000:2020 Risk Management and MS ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems, which offer valuable industry-specific guidance.
Rights of Employees
and Ratification of ILO Convention, C155
Under the new provision of Section 18B of the Act, every employer shall conduct a risk assessment and ensure that sufficient risk control has been taken to effectively eliminate or reduce health hazards associated with work activities at its premises.
SESIG committee reps during the interview (from left): Ir. Tajul Ariffin Mohamed Nori, Ir. Noor Hisham Yahaya, Ir. Gary Lim Eng Hwa, Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta Zakaria, Dr Ong Chong Yong and Ir. Dr Mohd. Fairuz Ab Rahman
On the other hand, the Amendment Act also introduces a new provision on workers’ rights, which is in line with Article no. 13 in the Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 1981 (No. 155) (C155) under the International Labour Organization (ILO). “If an employee observes that the risk control does not function and poses an imminent danger at the workplace (after referring to the risk assessment), the employee has the right to remove himself from the danger area after informing his superior or manager. So, eliminating the workers cannot happen if the employer discharges his duty under the provision of Section 18 and Section 15 of the OSHA,” Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta clarifies.
“For this purpose, DOSH has introduced a guide for employers and employees to explain further the provision in the Act. Employers have a duty to identify hazards related to work activities, including imminent danger situations that can happen in the workplace and to provide a procedure on how to deal with the situation. Employees must be informed about the hazards in their work activities, including imminent danger situations and must be trained in how to deal with such situations,” says Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta.
Empowering and Ensuring Compliance of Small Medium Enterprises
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are usually seen as having simpler internal organisation and as being more flexible and faster at responding and adapting to change. At the same time however, SMEs are frequently confronted with major challenges. Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta acknowledges the need for more attention and assistance to be given to SMEs to help them in the implementation of OSH as their apparent lack of financial resources and expertise often hinders their capacity to do so effectively.
In line with the Occupational Safety & Health Master Plan 2021-2025 (OSHMP25) and the Development Project under the 12th Malaysia Plan, DOSH has
introduced a systematic programme, Stepwise OSH Level Verification and Enhancement for SMEs (SOLVE 4 SME), to improve the level of OSH management for SMEs The implementation of SOLVE 4 SME is expected to improve the OSH compliance support programme in SMEs which is seen as less effective and difficult to implement. The SOLVE 4 SME design has features such as high impact, low cost, is easy to implement and can be implemented in all types of SME industries.
Improvement in Construction Safety Management and Occupational Safety & Health (Construction Work) (Design & Management) Regulations 2024
Recognising that the construction sector remains a significant contributor to accident rates, Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta says it is crucial to note that a better mandatory legislative is imperative for safety management in this industry. A new regulation governing construction safety known as the Occupational Safety & Health (Construction Work) (Design & Management) Regulations 2024 (CDM) has been introduced. The forthcoming transition from the
existing Building Operations & Works of Engineering Construction (Safety) (BOWECS) regulation, governed by the FMA, to the implementation of CDM regulations promises a more robust framework with stringent governance requirements for all the stakeholders.
“This shift is poised to significantly elevate our national standards for safety and health in construction, addressing critical concerns and fostering a safer work environment for all stakeholders involved,” says Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta, adding that this regulation was adopted from Prevention through Design (PtD) approach which had been implemented in few countries such as Australia, UK and Singapore; the outcome from this approach showed a positive impact in those countries. “The CDM regulations is very significant to the engineering fraternity as it may directly affect the designer. Early design stages hold significant influence to shape project outcomes. When safety is not considered during the design stage, occupants may face injury risks and impractical designs increase danger during construction and maintenance. Thus, safety must be integrated into construction processes from the design stage,” he stresses.
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta notes that the CDM regulations is often narrowly perceived as applicable to only certain construction activities such as temporary works undertaken by Civil Engineers during the construction phase. “However, it is important to note that CDM regulations shall be applicable to all engineering disciplines involved in the construction industry, including mechanical, electrical, geotechnical and any practicable area within the engineering fraternity,” he says.
OSH Master Plan
According to Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta, the implementation of various strategies by DOSH is guided by the Occupational Safety & Health Master Plan (OSHMP), which is key in ensuring that the work environment in the country is safe and healthy.
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta is leading DOSH in efforts to reduce occupational fatalities and accidents in the country
With the recent legislative changes, DOSH has prepared a strategic enforcement plan to face new challenges
The Director-General of the Department of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH), Malaysia, Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta Zakaria holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Evansville, United States of America (USA) and a Master of Science in Engineering in Process Safety & Loss Prevention from the University of Sheffield, United Kingdom (UK). He has been with DOSH since 1992. A member of the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM), he is also registered with the Board of Engineers, Malaysia (BEM) as a Professional Engineer.
“Since 2011, we have been strategically working to reduce occupational accidents through the OSH Master Plan. Our commitment to this cause remains steadfast, as DOSH continues to drive forward the implementation of the National OSH Master Plan initiated in 2011,” he says.
The latest plan is the OSHMP25, which is built upon foundations laid by the OSH Master Plan 2011-2015 (OSHMP 15) and OSH Master Plan 2016-2020 (OSHMP2020). “This ongoing effort aims to cultivate a safe and healthy work environment in Malaysia while enhancing compliance with OSH standards nationwide. Achieving the objectives outlined in this master plan represents a significant milestone in our journey. Collaboration among stakeholders is key to perpetuating OSH practices, fostering stronger relationships and sharing resources across various sectors,” says Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta.
“Our ultimate goal is ambitious yet crucial: To reduce occupational fatalities and accidents while raising awareness of diagnosing and reporting occupational illnesses and poisoning. By 2025, we aim to decrease occupational death rates to 2.93/100,000 employees, to reduce occupational accident rates to 2.13/1,000 employees and to increase awareness of diagnostic reporting by 30 per cent. We envision this master plan propelling our national OSH efforts to new heights. It is imperative that all parties unite their efforts to integrate OSH into our nation’s broader development goals. We must ensure a fair, equitable and inclusive distribution of economic benefits as we strive for sustainable progress.”
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta adds: “As we approach the culmination of our efforts in 2025, we are hopeful that OSHMP will yield the anticipated results. I extend an invitation to NGOs such as IEM to join us in the next phase of OSHMP, leveraging on collective expertise and resources for the benefit of all stakeholders. Together, we can realise our shared vision of a safer, healthier and more conducive work environment for all.”
Outsourcing of Machinery Inspection
DOSH has been conducting machinery inspections since 1967. As the industrial revolution continues to expand and the size of industries grows, Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta says DOSH faces a daunting challenge to adequately conduct the number of machinery and factory inspections required.
“We only have 1,225 technical officers, a stark contrast to the over 450,000 pieces of registered machinery in Malaysia, with expertise spanning mechanical, civil, electrical and chemical engineering backgrounds. The current number of inspectors falls short of what is necessary to inspect each piece of machinery and factory annually, resulting in a significant gap between
the workload and available resources. This shortfall has led to various issues such as inspection backlogs, compromised inspection quality and difficulty in keeping pace with technological advancements,” he says.
To address these challenges, Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta feels that intervention is imperative. In addition to overcoming these inspectionrelated hurdles, there is also a pressing need to enhance (OSH) standards throughout Malaysia. Outsourcing machinery inspection emerges as the most viable solution to effectively manage the demands posed by the industrial revolution.
“By engaging private entities to carry out inspections, resources can be optimised, allowing for more comprehensive coverage, improved inspection quality and better adaptation to technological changes, thus creating a safer and more sustainable industrial landscape. Our existing manpower can then focus on the enforcement of OSH in the workplace and improve our approach,” he says.
Integrating ESG into DOSH Enforcement Activities On the Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) principles advocated by the government, Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta says DOSH has been in the forefront on the social aspects with the various existing regulations and OSHA (Amendment) 2022 will further create a safer, healthier and equitable work environment.
To conclude, he expresses deep gratitude to IEM for establishing the Safety in Engineering Special Interest Group (SESIG). He notes that this group serves as a vital bridge for collaborations on safety and health programmes between the authorities and the learned society, allowing IEM to help enhance the country’s national safety and health practices, especially within the engineering fraternity. This can be the catalyst to contribute towards a safer and healthier workplace environment in Malaysia.
Ir. Haji Mohd. Hatta Zakaria
Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Celebrates 35 Years of Establishing A Legacy in Malaysia
Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia Sdn Bhd, the leading producer of Hitachi air conditioners, recently celebrated its 35th anniversary in Malaysia with an event held at its manufacturing facility in Bandar Baru Bangi. The event was graced by Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Ts. Dr. Hj. Aminuddin Bin Hassim, the Secretary General at the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), alongside David W. Budzinski, President of Residential & Light Commercial Solutions at Johnson Controls and Chief Executive Officer of Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning.
In this exclusive interview, Budzinski shed light on the global operations of Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning, highlighting its establishment in 2015 as a joint venture between Johnson Controls International and Hitachi Global Life Solutions, formerly known as Hitachi Appliances. Budzinski emphasised the company’s commitment to globalising platforms and developing smart, healthy, and sustainable solutions worldwide for residential and commercial environments.
“Over its 35-year tenure in Malaysia, Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning
Malaysia has manufactured more than 15 million units, featuring a diverse product line comprising 2,900 models across categories such as window, multi-splits, wall-mounted, ducted, and ceiling units,” Budzinski revealed.
“Currently, 99.5% of Hitachi air conditioners produced at the manufacturing facility are exported to 39 destinations spanning North America, Europe, Southeast Asia, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. The company has consistently invested in new product development and technological enhancements to meet evolving industry demands,” he added.
Malaysia Facility & Production
Regarding the significance of the Malaysia facility in the company’s network, Budzinski
stated, “For decades this facility has played a crucial role in contributing to the success of our high-quality air conditioning solutions worldwide. We remain dedicated to innovation and excellence and will continue to leverage our advanced technologies and sustainable practices to meet the evolving needs of our customers. I’m excited to be here to celebrate with our team because it’s an incredible milestone for us and one we’re incredibly proud of. Henceforth, we will move forward with the same spirit of excellence and commitment that has brought us to this milestone.”
Prioritising Sustainability Efforts
When questioned about sustainability goals, Budzinski emphasised Johnson Controls -Hitachi Air Conditioning’s leadership in promoting smart, healthy, and sustainable solutions. He highlighted the company’s
David W. Budzinski President, Residential & Light Commercial Solutions, Johnson Controls and Chief Executive Officer, Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning.
Senthil Kumar Subramaniam
Managing Director of Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia Sdn Bhd.
prioritisation of transitioning to low GWP refrigerants and developing solutions for healthier indoor environments, stating, “Our overarching goal is to ensure clean air for all occupants.”
Budzinski also highlighted the company’s focus on connectivity and digital technologies, exemplified by innovations such as the airCloud GO app, enabling users to remotely control their HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) systems for enhanced energy efficiency and comfort.
Looking ahead, Budzinski discussed key trends driving demand in the HVAC industry and emphasised the company’s incredible efforts on sustainability through investments in solar power, digital technologies, and energy-efficient practices across its global facilities.
Budzinski reiterated the company’s dedication to advancing sustainable solutions and fostering global growth, underscoring Malaysia’s pivotal role as a strategic hub within the company’s operations. He emphasised the company’s proactive approach to sustainability: “We’re not just helping our customers practice sustainability; we’re doing it ourselves in our own facilities.”
Product Innovations for the Global Market
According to Managing Director Senthil Kumar Subramanian, who also participated in the interview, Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia strategically prioritises several key aspects to enhance its product offerings.
With over 20 years of experience in operational excellence and P&L management, Senthil’s contributions to various industries, including renewable energy, aviation, and HVAC, are widely recognised.
Discussing the company’s product strategy, Senthil outlined, “These initiatives include optimising backlog flow and implementing flow spots as major differentiators.
Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia Sdn Bhd, celebrated its 35th anniversary in Malaysia
Moreover, the company places a strong emphasis on delivering pure air solutions, achieved through an automated cleaning system that ensures optimal air quality by eliminating contaminants.”
“In line with sustainability efforts, maintaining pure air quality in living spaces remains a top priority for Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning. These innovations underscore the company’s commitment to providing healthier indoor environments,” he added.
Senthil also emphasised the company’s broader product focus beyond air quality solutions. He noted that with a global market presence spanning from North America to various regions worldwide, the company prioritises quality alongside technological advancements. “This entails meeting diverse regulatory requirements and addressing the complexity of product variants across different countries,” he added.
New Products and Technology Upgrades Among the company’s range of products, the airHome series stands out, offering room air conditioners tailored to different lifestyles and installation needs. Depending on the models, these air conditioners feature sleek designs and advanced air purification, including a ViroSense filter that inhibits up to 99.9% of airborne viruses1 and 99.0% of bacteria2. They also include FrostWash™ self-cleaning technology for sanitizing coils and removing dirt, bacteria, viruses, and mould. The premium airHome series feature AQtiv-Ion for enhanced air quality
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and an outdoor FrostWash™ for added durability. An intelligent motion sensor enables eco mode when the room is empty. Several high-end models feature integrated Wi-Fi, enabling remote control and energy cost monitoring via the airCloud Go app.
1 ViroSense Z1 filter shows 99.9% of effectiveness against SARS-CoV-2 NIID isolated variant: JPN/TY/WK-521 and 99.0% effectiveness against Influenza A Virus (H3N2) tested at Japan Textile Product Quality and Technology Center using ISO18184:2019 method.
2 Claim refers to the effect of ViroSense Z1 filter which showed 99.0% reduction of Staphylococcus aureus NBRC12732 and Escherichia coli NBRC3301 bacteria particles under lab conditions tested at Nissenken Quality Evaluation Center Japan.
People Development and Collaborations
Central to these efforts, Senthil explained, is the development of a skilled workforce. Transitioning from reliance on foreign workers to nurturing local talent, the company invests in comprehensive training programmes facilitated by virtual facilities like the Dojo.
“In summary, Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia’s forward-looking product strategy encompasses a holistic approach to innovation, sustainability, and talent development, positioning the company as a leader in delivering cuttingedge solutions tailored to diverse market demands,” Senthil concluded.
In tandem with product launches, Senthil highlighted collaborative initiatives to foster local talent and industry partnerships. In 2024, Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia Sdn Bhd launched the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Certified Brazing Training and Assessment Facility Room, offering hands-on installation, safety and quality control training. Collaborations with organisations like CIDB exemplify the company’s dedication to workforce development and industry-wide progress.
This commitment to employee development and deep-rooted expertise translates into a significant advantage — the ability to consistently deliver high-quality products that meet stringent global standards.
Recognising the crucial role of their workforce, the company also implements programmes like the Supervisor Acceleration Programme and Lean Six Sigma training to cultivate leadership and operational excellence. Initiatives like the Engineering Acceleration Programme underscore their commitment to nurturing technical expertise.
In parallel, sustainability initiatives, including solar deployment and transitioning to more efficient technologies, align with their commitment to a cleaner, greener future.
He also acknowledged that the support received from suppliers and their collaboration is instrumental in the company’s localisation efforts and product advancements. He further stated the facilities’ anticipation of further enhancements in efficiency and costeffectiveness, driven by ongoing technological innovations and strategic partnerships.
Future Outlook
Looking forward, Johnson Controls Hitachi Air Conditioning Malaysia, Budzinski shared that the company will continue innovating by developing new products that cater to changing regulations and market demands. He mentioned that the manufacturing facility in Malaysia boasts a fully equipped research and development centre and diagnosis centre for quality assurance, including a sound, electrical, and environmental testing room (ETR) capable of simulating the cycle of four seasons to enhance export capabilities.
To conclude, Budzinski highlighted that the company’s journey is a testament to its unwavering dedication to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. He affirmed their commitment to navigating the evolving landscape of the HVAC industry, remaining steadfast in their pursuit of excellence, and poised to lead the way towards a brighter, more sustainable future.
Factory tour of the Malaysia manufacturing plant at Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor
Introducing Hitachi airHome series with air purification filters, intelligent sensing features and effortless smart control
Senthil Kumar Subramaniam and David W. Budzinski, along with the airHome range air conditioners displayed at new showroom
Tree planting ceremony at the manufacturing plant grounds to symbolise the 35th anniversary celebration and sustainability efforts in Malaysia
Safety Engineering Education: Innovative Strategies for Effective Teaching
Safety engineering education is paramount for students, engineers, technicians and all individuals involved in various industries and sectors. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of safety principles, regulations and best practices, students can develop the necessary skills to identify and mitigate potential hazards in the workplace. For engineers and technicians, safety engineering education equips them with the knowledge to design, implement and maintain systems and processes that prioritise safety and minimise risks (Laciok et al., 2021).
Beyond technical expertise, such education fosters a culture of safety consciousness, empowering individuals to proactively address safety concerns and to promote a safe working environment for themselves and their colleagues. Safety engineering education instils a sense of responsibility and ethical conduct, emphasising the importance of protecting not only human lives but also the environment and public welfare. Investing in safety engineering education is essential to ensure the wellbeing of workers, protect assets and contribute to the overall sustainability and success of organisations and communities (Aleksandrov et al., 2016).
Challenges in Safety Engineering Education Teaching
Teaching safety engineering education presents several challenges that educators must address effectively, including the interdisciplinary nature of safety engineering and the need for practical application and hands-on experience. This complexity requires innovative teaching methods such as simulations, case studies and field experiences to provide students with practical exposure to safety challenges.
However, at present, safety engineering education conducted in classrooms and training programmes is often criticised for its ineffectiveness in adequately preparing students, engineers and technicians to mitigate accidents effectively (Perrin et al., 2018).
Traditional approaches may prioritise compliance with regulations over fostering a culture of safety and risk awareness, leading to a disconnect between theoretical knowledge and practical application. To overcome these
shortcomings, safety engineering education must incorporate more experiential learning opportunities, simulation-based training and real-world case studies, along with ongoing professional development and collaboration between academia, industry and regulatory bodies. By addressing these challenges through innovative teaching methods and partnerships, safety engineering education will enhance its effectiveness in reducing workplace accidents and promoting a culture of safety.
Final-Year Students’ Safety Engineering Knowledge Deficit
The effectiveness of delivering safety knowledge to engineering students in universities is questionable. In the context of chemical engineering degree programmes, this issue becomes evident in capstone courses like the Plant Design Project (PDP), where students collaborate to design new chemical plants. Despite safety being a key deliverable in the PDP, the students’ understanding of safety appears superficial. This can be seen in their tasks to construct HAZOP analyses, interpret P&ID diagrams and discuss safety elements in their designs. This shallow understanding raises concerns since these students are future engineers responsible for managing numerous production facilities.
Dilemma of Safety Engineering Training in Industries
In industrial settings, addressing training issues is crucial to ensure the safety of both new and experienced engineers. Companies must offer tailored safety training programmes which align with their specific requirements, encompassing both general safety protocols and company-specific procedures.
However, traditional delivery methods used by safety trainers may not effectively impart critical knowledge to participating engineers, leading to gaps in understanding and potentially compromising safety measures. To enhance training effectiveness, incorporating interactive and hands-on learning experiences can foster better comprehension and retention of essential safety practices among engineers.
Recommended Approaches
This proven inefficiency in safety engineering education and training delivery can be rapidly improved through the implementation of innovative and engaging ways which can make students and engineers immersed in various safety issues and problems as well as the desire to learn, improve and solve safety related problems.
To address the inefficiencies in safety engineering education and training delivery, adopting innovative teaching approaches is essential. Rather than traditional methods, incorporating interactive simulations, case studies and real-world scenarios can deeply engage students and engineers in diverse safety issues and challenges. Encouraging active participation and problemsolving activities can foster a strong desire to learn and improve safety practices.
Additionally, integrating hands-on experiences, such as practical demonstrations and field visits to industrial facilities, can provide invaluable insights and reinforce theoretical concepts. Promoting collaborative learning environments where students and engineers can exchange ideas and experiences can enhance their understanding and appreciation of safety engineering principles. By embracing these innovative approaches, educational institutions and companies can effectively prepare future professionals to address complex safety issues and drive continuous improvement in safety performance. Below are 14 innovative and engaging methods for teaching safety engineering:
1. Student-Centred-Learning (SCL)
This approach has been consistently proven effective and includes Active Learning (AL), Cooperative Learning (CL) and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) (Neto et al., 2024). Drawing from our experience in implementing these methods at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), students have demonstrated remarkable enthusiasm and dedication for addressing safety engineering challenges in diverse scenarios (Figure 1). Additionally, incorporating real-world case studies, industry collaborations and internships provides students with practical exposure and reinforces their understanding of safety principles in professional settings (Hernández-de-Menéndez et al., 2019).
2. Interactive Virtual Reality (VR) Simulations
This immersive experience enables learners to navigate hazardous environments and practise safety protocols within a risk-free virtual setting. Such a hands-on approach can notably enhance retention and decision-making skills (Abotaleb et al., 2023). In 2022, a collaboration among three universities — Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Monash University and De La Salle University in The Philippines — was initiated under the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAE), UK. The aim was to develop a virtual reality safety engineering programme to bolster the effectiveness of safety engineering education. Figure 2 illustrates a virtual reality safety demonstration conducted by a company at the Safer World 2022 Conference in London.
3. Storytelling
Craft captivating narratives centred on safety engineering and seamlessly integrate crucial safety concepts into the storyline. Through stories, the subject matter becomes more captivating and memorable, thereby enhancing the depth of understanding and meaningful learning in safety engineering (Rae, 2016).
4. Gamification
Engaging in gaming activities is inherently enjoyable. By creating safety-themed games that require students to navigate decisions and tackle safety challenges, the learning experience becomes more impactful (Neto et al., 2024). Incorporating gamification elements will add an element of fun and competition, leading to a deeper comprehension of safety principles. An excellent illustration of this approach is the game, Fill It Up, developed by Caspian Psychology Ltd., which aims to enhance process safety knowledge through gamification (Figure 3). Link = https://www. caspianpsychology.com/product/fill-it-up/
5. Case Studies
Incorporate real-life case studies of safety incidents, accidents or near-misses, so that students can dissect the root causes and suggest preventative measures. This method fosters an understanding of the repercussions of insufficient safety protocols (Bocwinski et al., 2021). Numerous valuable safety engineering case studies are accessible online, including examples such as the Fire Safety Engineering Problem, which explores alternatives to sprinkler systems in halls and the utilisation of sprinkler systems at airports, as shared by EduBirdieTM. Some case studies will enable students to learn and appreciate alternative safety methods and regulations if the other country’s case studies are used.
Figure 1: Conducting Active Learning (AL) and Cooperative Learning (CL) in my subject, Safety & Health in Process Industries, Master Course
Figure 2: I tested a virtual reality safety-training programme at the Safer World 2022 conference Conference in London
Figure 3: Fill It Up is a process safety game that introduces participants to the importance of barrier management and the bow-tie methodology by using a game based on a real-life example
6. Hands-on Projects
Arrange practical projects which task students/ engineers with devising safety systems or enhancing safety procedures tailored to particular scenarios. Hands-on applications serve to solidify theoretical understanding effectively. Additionally, workbooks can be utilised, prompting students/engineers to engage actively by contemplating and completing tasks during learning sessions. The hands-on projects should focus on understanding all the safety features available and the ability to explain why.
7. Field Trips and Site Visits
Coordinate field trips to industrial sites, construction projects or manufacturing facilities to provide students with firsthand exposure to safety protocols and direct interaction with safety experts. For instance, in a recent initiative for the Occupational Safety for Energy System Master course which I taught, students were taken to power substations to gain comprehensive insights and first-hand experience in applying safety practices within such environments (Figure 4).
Figure 4: Two supervisors accompanied students to a substation to provide them with a first-hand understanding of on-site conditions. During the visit, they elucidated the safety features and protocols implemented
8. Collaborative Learning
Promote teamwork (team-based learning) and collaboration through group projects aimed at identifying safety risks and collectively devising safety solutions (Neto et al., 2024). This approach enhances communication skills and cultivates a comprehensive understanding of safety challenges.
9. Guest Speakers
Bring in safety experts, industry professionals or accident investigators to share their experiences and insights with the students. Real-life narratives can render safety principles more relatable and enduring in students’ minds.
10. Creative Visual Aids
Leverage infographics, animations and multimedia presentations to visually communicate intricate safety concepts. Visual aids play a crucial role in enhancing comprehension and retention of information. Today, creating such infographics has become easier with tools like Canva and other AI platforms such as Midjourney, enabling the sharing of information both formally and informally.
11. Role-Playing Exercises
Arrange role-playing scenarios where students engage in safety-related situations, fostering the development of problem-solving skills and the application of safety protocols. I have implemented this strategy numerous times through scenario-based learning, such as conducting a talk show in class, which students found enjoyable and impactful (Figure 5).
12. Competitions and Challenges
Organise safety-related competitions or challenges to prompt students to devise innovative safety solutions, with incentives such as prizes or recognition to encourage active participation. One example is the implementation of Team Games Tournament (TGT), a form of cooperative learning that engages all students equally, leveraging peer tutoring roles and incorporating game-like elements to reinforce learning.
13. Incorporate Technology
Incorporate wearable technology or sensor-based systems for real-time monitoring and analysis of safety data, offering students a hands-on experience with advanced safety tools during the learning process. This application aligns with the utilisation of Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 (IR4.0) in safety engineering. Researchers at UTHM have shared insights on Reinforced Technology IR4.0 Implementation for Enhancing Safety Management in Construction Sites, underlining the significance of integrating modern technologies for safety enhancement (Kasim et al., 2021).
Figure 5: Implementing the Dialogic Teaching method for Petrochemical & Refinery Technology subject in class for undergraduate students. We held critical discussions on process safety, although this was not a safety subject
Figure 6: Safety Engineering Education can also be delivered casually and effectively via social media
14. Social Media Engagement
Generate safety-focused content for social media platforms to foster awareness and to stimulate discussions among students, extending learning beyond traditional classroom settings. A notable example is the Safety Engineering Special Interest Group (SESIG), which has established and manages a Facebook Page, https://www.facebook.com/iemsesig, (Figure 6) dedicated to safety engineering. Regular updates and informative posts contribute to ongoing conversations and knowledge dissemination in the field of safety engineering.
Keep in mind that the essence of effective teaching lies in adapting the approach to suit the needs and preferences of the students. Combining these innovative methods can foster a dynamic and rewarding learning environment for the students. Additionally, incorporating interactive simulations, case studies, role-playing scenarios and hands-on practical exercises will further enhance engagement and understanding.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, safety engineering education is paramount in cultivating the next generation of engineers equipped to navigate complex safety challenges in diverse industries. Innovative teaching strategies are essential to engage students effectively and to instil a deep understanding of safety principles. Leveraging emerging technologies and interdisciplinary collaborations enhances the educational experience, preparing students/engineers for real-world safety engineering scenarios. As we continue to evolve in a rapidly changing landscape, it is imperative to invest in innovative teaching methods to ensure the success and safety of future generations.
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Prepared by:
Ir. Assoc. Prof. Dr Zaki Yamani Zakaria
A Fellow Researcher at the Centre for Engineering Education, Prof. Zaki is from the Faculty of Chemical & Energy Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.
Design for Safety: Failure of Steel Water Tank Tower Case Study
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The effective performance and strength capacity of a structure designed to retain water are crucial factors for ensuring its functionality throughout its intended lifespan. In this article, we will focus on a case study centred on an elevated water tank structure in a factory and highlight a critical inadequacy discovered in its safety measures.
The catastrophic incident in 2017 at a latex glove manufacturing facility underscored essential oversights of safety in the factory. A mishap involving the failure of the approximately 8m-tall water tank tower sent shockwaves through the premises of a neighbouring factory. After the incident, it was revealed that there was a distressing lack of essential safety measures. The water tank was completed without any recorded information of its design or safety features. This oversight raised serious questions about the adequacy of safety measures employed.
The consequences were dire. The failure resulted from the immense force generated by the rapid release of water, which exerted a significant dynamic load pressure,
as evident in the impact observed in the surrounding area. The incident caused the bending of a Schedule 40 supply line connected to a fire hydrant, highlighting the magnitude of its force. It also resulted in the collapse of a double brick wall (a brick fence and the adjacent storage room brick wall). The collapse of the tank also caused structural failures, resulting in minor damages to nearby buildings due to the sudden water overflow. Part of the impact of the incident is shown in Figure 2. Luckily, despite the catastrophic damages, no casualties were reported.
Findings and Failure Analysis
The new tank was constructed to hold water for the manufacture of latex gloves. It burst unexpectedly only a few weeks after it was completed. Water is used extensively in the manufacturing of latex gloves and is essential in various stages of the process, from the initial preparation of the latex solution to the final processing steps, to ensure the quality and performance of the finished products. From the failure analysis, it was discovered that there was insufficient verifiable design data to confirm whether the design could withstand the applied forces. Additionally, the root cause analysis was challenging due to the unavailability of the construction drawings, making it difficult to assess whether the structure had been properly constructed.
Furthermore, the observation of the failed structure showed that the steel tank was constructed using the welding method to join the tank wall plates. A popular design method for joining the tank wall in steel water tank construction is by using bolted joint studs. An internal inspection of the failed tank revealed that many internal reinforcements steel bars had been arranged randomly to join the wall plate. Figure 3 shows the internal steel connection.
Lessons Learnt
The incident was a stark reminder of the critical safety aspects which the owner and those responsible for overseeing the construction had disregarded. It underscored a systemic failure to prioritise safety measures and to adhere to proper design standards and fabrication standards associated with the construction.
Figure 1: The burst water tank tower
Figure 2: Part of the damages caused by the burst water tank
Figure 3: Internal reinforcement steel joints in the burst water tank tower
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STARBARS ARE:
1. GLASS FIBRE REINFORCED POLYMER (GFRP) BARS
2. CHEAPER BY 15% COMPARED TO STEEL
3. CORROSION RESISTANCE
4. 2X HIGHER TENSILE STRENGTH
5. 4X LIGHTER THAN STEEL
6. NON-CONDUCTIVE TO THERMAL AND ELECTRICAL
7. 70% CARBON EMISSION REDUCTION
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The design should be endorsed and reviewed by a Professional Engineer but such a drawing was not available. This exposed risk assessment, structural integrity evaluation and emergency response planning lapses. Moreover, it emphasised the need for stringent oversight and accountability throughout the design, construction and maintenance phases of the structure.
This unfortunate event should prompt a comprehensive re-evaluation of safety protocols and regulatory enforcement to prevent similar accidents in the future and to protect lives and property. Several factors which need the urgent attention of those involved with elevated tank design and construction, are as follows:
1. The absence of records or documentation regarding the design of the water tank was a severe oversight in ensuring its structural integrity. If the water tank had been appropriately designed and constructed, design documents or construction drawings should be made available for study when it failed.
2. Stakeholders involved in the design and construction of the water tank must maintain comprehensive records detailing structure design, construction and safety measures.
3. During the commissioning stage after completion, function tests are important to verify and ensure that the tank is ready for service. Awareness should be raised among all stakeholders, including SMEs, and proper guidance or guidelines for the safe construction and handling of elevated steel water tanks should be established to help and guide them.
4. The incident showed that emergency preparedness should include a programme that covered external sources of hazards, such as neighbouring facilities, which could have a serious impact. Both the owner and the adjacent tenants should not underestimate the importance of a robust emergency response plan that would cover various emergency scenarios.
Figure 4: A properly designed tank. Note the edges with stiffeners bolted and prefabricated
5. Learning from incidents like this should prompt companies to reassess and enhance their safety measures continually. Regular training programmes, risk assessments and feedback mechanisms should be integral to a safety-oriented culture. The tragedy serves as a sad reminder that pursuing industrial progress must always be accompanied by an unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of workers and the surrounding community. By learning from such incidents and implementing corrective measures, industries can strive to prevent similar tragedies.
Recommendations
All manufacturing industries with installations of structures and elevated water storage tanks must engage a Professional Engineer to ensure the design is in accordance with established standards and the fabrication must also adhere to similar standards. This incident is a stark reminder of the importance of rigorous safety standards in industrial settings. Proper documentation of construction projects, particularly those involving critical
infrastructure such as water tanks, is essential to prevent such accidents and to safeguard workers’ lives. This highlights the urgent need for the stakeholders to ensure that any construction or design of any structure with dynamic loads, such as water storage, shall be designed and constructed correctly and to remind regulatory bodies to enforce stringent safety measures across all industries to protect everyone from similar potential hazards. Any design-related document shall be kept available for inspection by any person who may need them and must comply with the recently published Occupational Safety & Health (Construction Work) (Design and Management) Regulations 2024.
Prepared by:
Ir. Tajul Ariffin Mohamed Nori
Chairman of the Safety in Engineering Special Interest Group (SESIG), IEM, is attached to Forensic Engineering, DOSH Malaysia.
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Design for Safety: Failure of Elevated Ageing Domestic Plastic Water Tank Case Study #2
As potable water is an essential commodity, it is usually stored within the housing premises and is available on tap for the convenience of the residents. The Uniform Technical Guidelines (UTG) issued by Suruhanjaya Perkhidmatan Air Negara (SPAN) lists the amount of water to be stored per day for various types of occupancy. In the case study of a highrise apartment, the amount would be 1,000 litres/unit for flats with shared storage cisterns.
A medium end 24-storey condominium with 6 units per floor would require 144,000 litres. The normal practice is that 1/3 of this amount will be on ground level, connected to the local water authority water supply, while 2/3 will be at roof level. Water from the roof is delivered to all the units via gravity but, due to insufficient pressure, a booster pump may be required to deliver water to the top 2 uppermost floors.
Two thirds of 144,000 litres means 95,000 litres are stored on the roof; Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) or Fibreglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) storage tanks are commonly used to store the water. There are a few available sizes for the side panel of the FRP tank: Assuming it’s 1m x 1.5m and configured to 4.5m height, the tank would measure 5m x 5m x 4.5m, giving a total of 112 sq m; any additional volume is due to the configuration of the tank.
An FRP tank comes with a 5-year warranty if it’s fully exposed to direct sunlight or 10 years if it’s in the shade. This means the life span of the FRP tank depends on whether it’s exposed to the various hazards. It will eventually have to be replaced or it is at risk of bursting. SPAN also approves the use of High-Density Polyethylene tanks which have heat joints on the moulded sections to form round tanks.
In the case study in this article, the water storage tank was located on the reinforced concrete rooftop of 24-storey building. There was the possibility of the HDPE and FRP wall panel giving way due to the following reasons:
1. Exposure to direct or indirect ultraviolet light on the plastic component of the GRP/FRP tank. Reference provided a general statement and failure was inevitable.
2. The tank was subjected to daily differential temperatures in the afternoon and at night. This resulted in the expansion and contraction of the tank wall, eventually weakening it. However, the internal support structure would be able to restraint the movement to reduce the stress points. In the case of Polypropylene Random (PPR) plastic, the material has a high co-efficient of expansion of 0.15mm/moC.
3. The tank volume varied daily. In theory, it should gradually reach the lowest volume during the day and, during the night, it would fill up to reach maximum volume by morning. Such a daily cycle would exert stress within the tank and weaken the panels. Reference: Google Search on how long FRP can last. Answer: FRP can last for a very long time due to its corrosion resistance and UV stability. So FRP products are expected to last at least 20-25 years.
Risk Assessment of an Elevated FRP/GRP/ HDPE Water Storage on Rooftop
With reference to the Risk Matrix, it can be concluded from the above evaluation that the water tank is almost certain to burst, especially if the tank is old. The consequences are severe as the water will be falling from a 24-storey building, leaving a deep depression on the ground. If there are people and assets in the vicinity, then loss of life and assets is almost certain. The risk level is rated as very high.
To support that Very High Risk level, here are some reported incidents of elevated water storage tank which burst and resulted in loss of life and damage to motor vehicles.
1 Sepang Apartment water tank bursts, six vehicles damaged Star publication headline on 28 October 2022
2 Burst Tank on Austin Luxury serviced apartment makes “waterfall” Edge Property headline on the 29 June 2018
3 Apartment wall collapses after water tank bursts
• At 12-storey Pangsapuri Cheras Utama, sending broken concrete slabs crashing to the ground. A Proton Wira and a motorcycle parked below were also damaged.
4 At Bukit Chagar flat in Johor Bahru, some 527,300 litres of water gushed out from a burst tank atop the 16-storey Block C; a teenager died and 17 people were injured.
The Sun headline on 2 May 2017
19 November 1993
Control Measures to Mitigate Very High Level Risk
Where existing FRP tanks are concerned, the perimeter wall (generally a brick wall) will not be able to withstand the sudden force from a burst water tank if it is close to the tank. If the tanks are located a sufficient distance away, there will be no possibility of the brick wall collapsing should the water tank burst but this can only be determined by an engineer who is provided with the relevant data.
For new constructions, the M&E consultant must liaise with C&S consultant with regard to the location of the rooftop water tank and the distance from the roof perimeter wall. An erected reinforced concrete wall should retain the water within the roof wall though subsequently the water will flood the floor units below. This is an inherent risk which cannot be mitigated. Under the OSHCIM Regulations which will come into effect soon, it is the responsibility of the M&E consultant to evaluate all risks in the design of M&E systems in a building and to put in control measures such as an RC wall to mitigate the risk if the distance is too close to withstand the force from a burst tank.
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Figure 1: 11-storey apartment with HDPE on the rooftop is a Very High Risk, potential incident happening. Has the wind load been considered when the water tank volume is reduced to its minimum such as when water supply is disrupted?
Figure 2: Exposed elevated water tank at top of 5-storey apartment is a Very High Risk, potential incident happening
Figure 3: Risk Matrix
Conclusion
Any liquid, in this case water, which is kept inside a nonpressurised tank and is of substantial volume, may burst due to the various hazards that the tank may be subjected to as listed above. If the tank is located on a rooftop of a 24-storey building, the consequences will be severe as shown in the incidents reported.
An FRP tank is said to last 20-50 years. Many of our buildings are reaching the 20-year mark, so should these tanks be replaced as a mitigation measure or do we wait till the tank bursts and hope the consequences would not be severe? The authorities should be allowed to issue directives to replace such tanks.
Prepared by:
Ir. Gary Lim Eng Hwa
A member of the Building Services Technical Division (BSTD), Safety in Engineering Special Interest Group (SESIG) and the Fire Advisory Board of the IEM. He is a Professional Engineer registered with the Board of Engineers, Malaysia and a Fellow of IEM.
Upcoming Activities
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USB Accelerometer: Enhancement in Vibration-Based Monitoring
Safety in Engineering Special Interest Group
In Malaysia, introducing a USB digital acceleration sensor for vibration monitoring is a first step toward digitising measurement, particularly in improving IR4.0. Recording vibration measurements using a USB digital accelerometer works similarly to recording audio input through a microphone. The USB digital accelerometer - which has a broad frequency range, high resolution and plug-and-play concept and is aimed at industrial use - has its benefits.
Nevertheless, condition monitoring companies in Malaysia continue to use traditional voltage-base (analog) accelerometers. However, this analog accelerometer requires expensive data acquisition hardware and is inconvenient for on-site analysis or in-situ measurements.
USB accelerometers offer several advantages. They can connect directly to a computer or compatible device without extra hardware, making the setup more straightforward and requiring fewer components. Additionally, their small, light design makes them easy to carry, perfect for field measurements or adding to wearable devices. They are a cost-effective solution compared to traditional setups. Traditional setups require separate accelerometers and data acquisition systems, resulting in higher costs. This price difference is illustrated in the author’s procurement experience: While a piezoelectric accelerometer and accompanying data acquisition
system can cost around RM12,000.00, a USB accelerometer from PCB Electronic can be acquired for approximately RM5,000.00.
Moreover, USB accelerometers are designed to connect to standard USB ports easily, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices, from laptops and tablets to embedded systems. This compatibility boosts the versatility of USB accelerometers, making them suitable for various applications across different platforms. Users can perform measurements with USB accelerometers and the data can be recorded and analysed using software provided by the manufacturer or by developing custom software using programming languages such as LabVIEW, Python, C/C++, or MATLAB, depending on the specifications and interface protocols of the device.
The author’s contributions extend to developing a real-time vibration severity monitoring system based on ISO 20816-1 Mechanical vibration - Measurement and Evaluation of Machine Vibration - Part 1: General Guidelines, implementing USB accelerometers and LabVIEW as its software. This system primarily employs vibration severity analysis. Notably, in-house development offers the advantage of tailoring functions to meet specific customer requirements. This collaborative effort was conducted in partnership with SIRIM Berhad, Bukit Jalil.
The real-time vibration severity monitoring system has been tested on a milling machine in UMPSA, on the lathe machine at Micro Precision Machining Sdn. Bhd. (Figure 4) and on a large motor aboard an offshore vessel
Figure 1: USB digital accelerometer PCB Model 633A01
Figure 3: One of the interfaces developed for vibration severity measurement using USB accelerometer
Figure 2: Comparison of the basic setups for unbalanced rotating measurements, with and without DAQ integration
Figure 4: Actual vibration severity measurement on a lathe machine at Micro Precision Machining Sdn. Bhd.
at ICON Offshore Berhad, Kemaman Supply Base (Figure 5). Additionally, a demonstration of vibration-based monitoring was conducted on a simple rotor system during a special visit by The Ministry of Investment, Trade & Industry at SIRIM Berhad (Figure 6).
The introduction of USB digital accelerometers promises to enhance and streamline the vibration monitoring process significantly. It is widely believed that digital measurement offers superior accuracy to analog accelerometers. With the advent of USB digital accelerometers, there is hope for a marked improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of vibration monitoring procedures.
Figure 5: Actual vibration severity measurement on a large motor aboard an offshore vessel at ICON Offshore Berhad, Kemaman Supply Base
Figure 6: Demonstration of vibrationbased monitoring on a simple rotor system during the special visit by The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry at SIRIM Berhad
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DEEPEST CONDOLENCES
On behalf of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM), we would like to express our deepest condolences to the bereaved family of Ir. Dr Ooi Teik Aun on his passing.
We at IEM, honour his contribution to the IEM as IEM Vice President for session 1988-1989, Former Chairman of IEM Geotechnical Engineering Technical Division, IEM Tunneling and Underground Space Technical Division, IEM Consulting Engineering Special Interest Group, IEM Dispute Avoidance and Resolution Practice and many Organising Committees of IEM’s national and international conferences as well as Director of IEM Training Centre Sdn. Bhd. and IEM Academy Sdn. Bhd.
May he rest in peace.
On behalf of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM), we would like to express our deepest condolences to the bereaved family of YBhg. Tan Sri Dato’ Ir. Dr Chan Ah Chye on his passing.
We at IEM, honour his contribution to the IEM as IEM Vice President and Council Member for Sessions 1985 to 1989.
May he rest in peace.
Ir. Dr Mohd Firdaus Hassan Dr Mohd Shahrul Azmi Mohamad Yusoff
65th IEM Annual Dinner and Awards Night 2024
The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) recently celebrated a significant milestone on 1 June, 2024 at One World Hotel in Petaling Jaya – the 65th anniversary of its formation. The event brought together engineering professionals, dignitaries and industry leaders to celebrate excellence, innovation and camaraderie.
The evening began with the newly minted IEM President, Ir. Prof. Dr Jeffrey Chiang Choong Luin, warmly welcoming all the guests. In his address, he highlighted the pivotal role that engineers play in driving technological advancement and economic prosperity in the country. He emphasised IEM’s position as the premier professional organisation representing engineers in Malaysia and dedicated to upholding the highest standards of engineering practice.
importance of the gathering to share a vision for IEM’s future and thanked the guests and members for their unwavering commitment. He said their continued support gave him the confidence to overcome future challenges.
Ir. Prof. Dr Jeffrey Chiang referred to the theme of his Presidential Address during the 65th Annual General Meeting which was ESG as Catalyst for Engineering Evolution underscoring the pivotal role of the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles in propelling the future evolution of engineering practices as well as outlined key areas vital for IEM’s sustainability and success in the dynamic landscape.
He expressed a deep commitment to prioritising sustainability, ethical practices and social responsibility within the profession, conveying confidence in overcoming future challenges and capitalising on opportunities through embracing ESG principles. He added that the theme, ESG as Catalyst for Engineering Evolution, would be prominently featured in 3 key events organised by IEM, signaling IEM’s commitment in driving positive change within the engineering community.
He stressed the importance of stakeholder engagement in ESG implementation and addressing social and governance aspects in engineering projects, advocating for their integration into decision-making processes. The guests were also informed of the IEM Guideline on ESG in the Built Environment, launched during the recent IEM AGM which would serve as a valuable resource for ESGrelated submissions.
Ir. Prof. Dr Jeffrey Chiang expressed gratitude, particularly thanking the guest of honour, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition & Water Transformation (PETRA), YAB Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah Haji Yusof, for attending the event. He also noted the presence of esteemed guests from both public and private engineering sectors and related professional institutions, expressing appreciation for their support. Reflecting on his journey to becoming the President of IEM for the 2024/2026 sessions, he acknowledged the guidance of past leaders and members as well as emphasised the
In conclusion, he called for collective efforts towards a sustainable, inclusive and resilient future, expressing gratitude for everyone’s commitment to promoting ESG. He also expressed hope for government support for ESG campaigns and promotions.
In his speech, guest of honour, YAB Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah Haji Yusof expressed his delight at being invited to IEM’s 65th Annual Dinner. He acknowledged the crucial role of engineering in Malaysia’s progress, shaping society and fostering economic prosperity. He also lauded engineers’ commitment to innovative technologies, recognising their efforts in shaping a promising future.
He said the event theme underscored the growing focus on ESG considerations in Malaysia. He pointed out pressing issues like pollution and socio-economic disparities, urging for deliberate action to address them. He also revealed the proactive steps taken by the government to encourage ESG practices, including regulations aimed at promoting sustainability across various industries.
YAB Dato’ Sri Fadillah specifically touched on the introduction of the Sustainable & Responsible Investment (SRI) framework by the Securities Commission Malaysia and initiatives by Bursa Malaysia to incorporate ESG disclosures into reporting by companies.
With regards to sustainable development, he elaborated on Malaysia’s commitment to reducing reliance on fossil fuels, exemplified by the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) aimed at achieving Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050 outlining initiatives to increase renewable energy capacity and to enhance energy efficiency. Emphasising the importance of inclusive growth, equitable energy access and robust governance frameworks in Malaysia’s energy transition and the Deputy Prime Minister commended IEM’s ESG endeavours while highlighting the pivotal role of engineering in fostering sustainable and inclusive growth. He concluded his speech by lauding IEM’s contributions to Malaysia’s engineering landscape and extended his best wishes for its continued success in future endeavours.
To commemorate the 65th anniversary celebration, Ir. Prof. Dr Jeffrey also launched the IEM’s 65th Anniversary Blue Sapphire Coffee Table Book which documented the formation of the Institution as well as historical records of its journey since 1959.
The IEM Annual Dinner and Awards Night had always provided a platform for networking and forging new partnerships, facilitating meaningful exchanges of ideas and experiences among attendees. It served as an opportunity for engineers from diverse backgrounds to come together, share insights and inspire one another in the pursuit of excellence.
The event was not merely a celebration of past achievements but also a testament to the enduring spirit of innovation and excellence that defines the engineering
community. As engineers continue to push the boundaries of possibility, the future of Malaysia’s development appears brighter than ever.
The main highlight of the evening was the recognition of outstanding contributions by engineers who had made significant strides in their respective fields. Awards were presented to individuals and organisations which had demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation and dedication to advancing the engineering profession in Malaysia.
The IEM Honorary Fellowship is one of IEM highest awards conferred to distinguished persons of acknowledged eminence and exemplary character and who have rendered substantial and outstanding services to the engineering profession, IEM and/or the nation.
Another prominent award conferred during the dinner was the IEM Engineering Hall of Fame award which is recognition of the accomplishments of members of the IEM who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievements, made significant contributions to the engineering profession, IEM and the Nation. The recipient at the 65th anniversary dinner was none other than YBhg. Academician Tan Sri Datuk Ir. Ts. (Dr) Haji Ahmad Zaidee Laidin, IEM Past President in recognition of his tremendous contribution to the nation and IEM over more than 50 years.
IEM also paid tribute for their contributions to the field of engineering and to the country in pursuit of innovation and engineering excellence.
The Conferment of the IEM Honorary Fellow in 2024
Penang Mayor, YBhg. Dato’ Ir. Rajendran P. Anthony
IEM Past President, Ir. Ong Ching Loon
IEM Award for Outstanding Engineering Achievement
Minconsult Sdn. Bhd. For the construction of the PETRONAS LEADERSHIP CENTRE
IEM Award for Contribution to Engineering Industry
G&P Professionals
Sdn. Bhd.
Kawan Engineering Sdn. Bhd.
Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad
WCT Berhad
WSP Engineering Sdn. Bhd.
Petronas Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
Engineering Consultancy Practices (ECP) category
Manufacturing & Production category
Water Industry category
Engineering Construction category
Sustainable Property Development category
Digital Industry category
In an effort to promote engineering excellence and in recognition of the outstanding achievements of students undertaking engineering degree programmes at local universities, the IEM Gold Medal Award 2024 were presented to the following students:
Name University
Mr. Kok Fu Jie APU
Mr. Chan Kai Zen Swinburne
Ms. Low Chun Lan SEGI
Mr. Chong Wai Jun TARUC
Mr. Krishna Rao Mohgan Raou MAHSA
Mr. Chong Jin Yang UNITEN
Mr. Leonard Lee Shaw Pin UNIMAS
Ms. Oh Yong Xin Monash
Mr. Jordan Chin Shin Yinn Curtin
Mr. Leong Ka Lok UCSI
Mr. Law Chin Hean MMU
Miss Elise Chow Tzu Ern QIU
Ms. Alicia Charles Barker Heriot Watt
Ms. Norish Fariesha Ramli UNISEL
Mr. Kee Soon Kit INTI
Mr. Khairul Aznizam Sodiwal UMS
Mr. Nicholas Chung Vun Thaw UTS
Ms. Cheun Jie Ying Nottingham
Mr. Kang Q Huat UMPSA
Mr. Ooh Jiah Chian FCUC
Mr. Chong Boon Yoong UTAR
Mr. Pang Yong Jian SUC
Ms. Tan Yi Xuan UPNM
Mr. Saw Zheng Ee UniMAP
Ms. Lai Hui Xin Xiamen
Mr. Yong Jin Ye UOW
Ms. Chang Yan Yee USM
Mr. Wong Yue Zhe IUKL
Mr. Nagaraju Marimuthu TAYLORS
In recognition of members and organisations who have contributed to IEM in 2023, the following awards were also presented during the evening.
IEM Top Membership Drive Award
Ir. Kwong Kok Zee
Individual for Graduate Member
Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia Organisation for Graduate Member
Ir. Ts Mgt. Nasaruddin Mgt. Mazelan
Individual for Corporate Membership
Tenaga Nasional Berhad Organisation for Corporate Membership
Schneider Electric Malaysia
IEM
Most Active Organisation
Presidential Awards of Excellence 2023
Champion Urban Engineering Development Special Interest Group (UEDSIG)
2nd Placing Electrical Engineering Technical Division (EETD)
3rd Placing Geotechnical Engineering Technical Division (GETD)
4th Placing Civil and Structural Engineering Technical Division (CSETD) 5th Placing Young Engineers Section (YES)
Most Improved Material Engineering Technical Division (MaTD)
IEM Top 5 Mentor Award 2023
Ir. Lau Eng Kee (Membership No: M21721) Civil
Ir. Assoc. Prof. Dr Lee Tin Sin (Membership No: F27985) Chemical
Ir. Dr Mohammad Effendy Yaacob (Membership No: M24746) Electrical
Ir. Lee Lam (Membership No: F01998) Mechanical
Ir. Dr Mui Kai Yin (Membership No: F18773) Mechanical
The Highest Number of Paid Participants in Events Conducted
Champion Project Management Technical Division (PMTD)
1st Runner-up Oil, Gas and Mining Technical Division (OGMTD)
2nd Runner-up Electrical Engineering Technical Division (EETD)
IEM Activities Awards 2023
Champion Project Management Technical Division (PMTD)
1st Runner-up Electrical Engineering Technical Division (EETD)
2nd Runner-up Oil, Gas & Mining Technical Division (OGMTD)
Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed live entertainment by the Kryptonite band as well as thoughtprovoking presentations on cutting-edge technologies in shaping the future of engineering besides the specially selected menu by One World Hotel.
Before the evening’s programme drew to an end, there was a lucky draw for a range of prizes which included air purifiers and cash. The top two winners went home with air purifiers worth RM4,385.00 and RM5,180.00.
IEM wishes to take this opportunity to thank all sponsors for their tremendous support.
Safety: Everything Everywhere All At Once
Everyone has a different understanding of what safety means. Safety is so fundamental that it is the second state in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs! Though safety professionals look through the lens of risk management, the general public has a more complex risk tolerance subjective feeling (think what bungee jumping means to different people).
In addition, there are some languages that do not distinguish between safety and security! In French, for example, the word “sécurité” is used to mean both safety and security. In North Asia, safety needs to be elaborated with a second word as the root word of “An” / “安” / “안” is insufficient. Thus safety in English may be misconstrued as security in other languages.
Safety is wide and encompassing and each area within an organisation will play a role to ensure that product, service, production, installation, distribution and internal processes incorporate the element of safety! Basically end-to-end.
So what does an Occupational Safety Professional (usually the SHE or EHS or OHS professional) look after? Oftentimes, this is a grey area and the subject of unease when the job description or the management is not cognisant of what occupational safety means (for this purpose occupational health is part of the job).
We need to look at it from the relative perspective of whether the organisation is creating, making, producing, manufacturing or servicing and at the client (the organisation receiving the product/service/design).
Take for example, Food Safety: In a food manufacturing company, safety may be under the purview of the production management whereas the consumer (who uses the food) may fall under the Admin Department.
A service provider which runs the canteen of another organisation will be under the purview of the lead chef but the company which owns the canteen might be under the purview of the Facility Management.
Often, rightly or wrongly, the Safety Professional is dragged along as his/ her title contains the word “safety”.
This is where an organisation can properly embed safety into each function with clearer lines of accountability. In order to have ownership, the lead should be the one who has the main “control” over the activity or event. The word safety does not automatically become safety responsibility as the rightful role of the Safety Professional is within the domain of Occupational Safety.
In the Professional Interview, candidates often mistake safety with product safety which is more the domain of product performance (quality specification) which may lead to a safety concern for the end user (remember the relativity of who looks at it?).
In engineering, we need to understand, for example, that Process Safety is the core for a Chemical/ Process Engineer, Engineering Design Safety will be for designers, Occupational Safety Management System is for how the organisation manages safety and so on.
Here is an oversimplified table of how you can help your organisation clarify which is the most logical lead for “safety” to be assigned accountability.
Footnotes: The author once asked his boss to let Finance and IT report to him. He reasoned that since every other thing with “Safety” crops up requires his attention, thus Finance with “Financial Safety” and IT with “IT Safety”, should report to Safety too.
Prepared by:
Ir. Ts. Shum Keng Yan
Table 1: Safety Accountability Mapping
Middelburg Bastion
After the Sultan of Melaka was defeated in 1511, the occupying Portuguese fleet hurriedly built the A Famosa fortress to protect the city. When the Portuguese fell in 1641, the fortress was further fortified by the Dutch. The fortification measures included the construction of bastions or watchtowers at the surrounding 1.5km long wall, encompassing important sites like St Paul’s Church, Christ Church and Stadthuys.
The bastion was actually a projected structure from the straight wall which provided a wider surveillance area, with three corners from which to fire cannons at the enemy. In 2006, during excavation works to build a 110m revolving tower, workers accidentally uncovered the remains of the Middelburg Bastion. It was strategically located to face the mouth of Melaka River. Restoration work was carried out and was completed in 2007. It stands at about 6m tall and at the top are 8 heavy cannons, each weighing 1.5 tons, positioned at three corners. The wall is tapered from the bottom to the top. According to records, there were 9 bastions constructed and each had specific Dutch names: Middelburg, Ernestus, Amsterdam, Victoria, Emilia, Henrica Louisa, Wilhelmus, Maurits and Prins Henrik.
Past Chairman of IEMNS and Director of Samsung SDI Energy (M). Sdn. Bhd.
Ir. Dr Oh Seong Por
Cannons are positioned at three corners to fire at enemy
Middelburg Bastion is strategically located to face the mouth of Melaka River
Temuduga Profesional
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Tarikh: 22 Jun 2024
SENARAI CALON-CALON YANG LAYAK MENDUDUKI
TEMUDUGA PROFESIONAL TAHUN 2024
Berikut adalah senarai calon yang layak untuk menduduki Temuduga Profesional bagi tahun 2024.
Mengikut Undang-Undang Kecil IEM, Seksyen 3.8, nama-nama seperti tersenarai berikut diterbitkan sebagai calon-calon yang layak untuk menjadi Ahli Institusi, dengan syarat bahawa mereka lulus Temuduga Profesional tahun 2024.
Sekiranya terdapat Ahli Korporat yang mempunyai bantahan terhadap mana-mana calon yang didapati tidak sesuai untuk menduduki Temuduga Profesional, surat bantahan boleh dikemukakan kepada Setiausaha Kehormat, IEM. Surat bantahan hendaklah dikemukakan sebulan dari tarikh penerbitan dikeluarkan.
Ir. Prof. Dr Tan Chee Fai Setiausaha Kehormat, IEM
PERMOHONAN BARU
Nama Kelayakan
KEJURUTERAAN AWAM
MUHAMMAD AZIZI BIN ABDUL
KHALIK BE HONS (UNITEN) (CIVIL, 2017)
ZURIANA BT ZAKARIA BE HONS (UTM) (CIVIL, 2015) MSc (USM) (FIRE SAFETY, 2022)
KEJURUTERAAN KIMIA
WONG SIEW FAN BE HONS (TAYLOR'S) (CHEMICAL, 2013) PhD (CURTIN) (2018)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRIKAL
MOHD AZMI BIN RAMLI BE HONS (UTM) (ELECTRICAL, 2012)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRONIK
NUR AISHAH BT ZAINUDDIN BE (UTEM) (ELECTRONIC, 2012) ME HONS (UTEM) (ELECTRONIC, 2015)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKANIKAL
MOHAMMAD SAIFFUDEEN BIN HAMJA DEEN BE (CURTIN) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
PERPINDAHAN AHLI
No. Ahli Nama Kelayakan
KEJURUTERAAN AWAM
75382 MOHAMMAD AMJAD FARUQ BIN MOHAMMAD HANIFF BE (EAST LONDON) (CIVIL, 1995)
52614 MUHAMMAD HARITH BIN HALIM BE (UTHM) (CIVIL, 2013)
124707 RAJDEEP SINGH A/L RANJIT SINGH BE HONS (UCSI) (CIVIL, 2016)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRIKAL
118704 ALFRED KUMBAR DAULIN BE HONS (UMS) (ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS, 2011)
87333 KHAIRUSSYUHADA BINTI AHMAD BE HONS (UTeM) (ELECTRICAL (INDUSTRIAL POWER, 2015)
117402 MOHD KAMIL BIN MOHD SANI BE (UITM) (ELECTRICAL, 2009)
117125 SAKINAH BINTI AB HALIM BE HONS (TASMANIA) (ELECTRICAL POWER, 2018)
121666 MUHAMMAD ZHARIF BIN MD ZAIDON BE HONS (UTeM) (ELECTRICAL (POWER ELECTRONICS & DRIVES, 2015) ME (UTM) (ELECTRICAL, 2023)
116706 MUHAMMAD FIRDAUS BIN YAHYA BE HONS (UTM) (ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL, 2008)
108413 JI CHOU CHEN BE HONS (CURTIN) (ELECTRICAL POWER, 2019)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRONIK
21166 SIVARAMAN RUKUMANGATHA RAJAH BE HONS (UPM) (COMPUTER SYSTEM & COMMUNICATIONS, 2000)
42019 KHAIRUDDIN BIN OSMAN BE HONS (UTEM) (ELECTRONIC, 2005) ME HONS (UTEM) (ELECTRICAL-MECHATRONICS & AUTOMATION, 2008) PhD (UTEM) (2015)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKANIKAL
97068 LEE KHAI SHENG BE HONS (UTAR) (MECHANICAL, 2018)
43777 MOHAMAD ARDAN BIN ZUBIR BE (UM) (MECHANICAL),2008) ME (UM) (SCIENCE, 2017)
PERPINDAHAN MENJADI AHLI KORPORAT No. Ahli Nama Kelayakan
KEJURUTERAAN AWAM
93856 MOHD RASHIDI BIN BAKLI BE (UiTM) (CIVIL, 2012) ME (UPM) (HIGHWAY & TRANSPORTATION, 2022)
118453 TIONG KUNG LEONG BE HONS (UTM) (CIVIL, 2006)
116174 SI JET BE HONS (UTP) (CIVIL, 2019) ME HONS (UTM) (GEOTECHNICS, 2021)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKANIKAL
104864 LEONG CHIE QUEN BE (TAYLOR'S) (MECHANICAL, 2018)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRIKAL
84972 HO ZAN XIAN BE (UTAR) (ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC, 2015) ME (UTAR) (PROJECT MANAGEMENT, 2020)
37786 INDIRAN A/L NADARAJAN BE (UNITEN) (ELECTRICAL POWER ENGINEERING, 2010) ME HONS (UNITEN) (ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT, 2013)
Institusi mengucapkan terima kasih kepada semua yang telah memberikan sumbangan kepada tabung Bangunan Wisma IEM. Ahli-ahli IEM dan pembaca yang ingin memberikan sumbangan boleh berbuat demikian dengan memuat turun borang di laman web IEM http://myiem.org.my atau menghubungi secretariat di +603-7890 0130 / 136 untuk maklumat lanjut. Senarai penyumbang untuk bulan Mei 2024 adalah seperti jadual di bawah: No. No. Ahli Nama
1 07160 Mr. Koh Jit Huat
2 50708 Mr. Mohammad Hafiz bin Zakaria
3 24713 Ir. Shia Sin San
4 14765 Mr. Mohd Zulkifli bin Abdul Rahman
5 08710 Ir. Syed Idrus bin Abd. Rahman
6 26970 Mr. S. Veerakumar a/l S. Subramaniam
SENARAI PENDERMA KEPADA WISMA DANA BANGUNAN IEM
CONTINUATION FROM JUNE 2024 ISSUE
PERMOHONAN MENJADI AHLI SISWAZAH
No. Ahli Nama Kelayakan
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRIKAL
121407 LO SYNNE ME HONS (THE UNI. of NOTTIINGHAM) (ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC, 2019)
121678 ABG MOHD FIRZDAUS BIN ABG HUSAINI ME HONS (UNI. of SOUTHAMPTON) (ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC, 2021)
121722 MUHAMAD SAFWAN ABD RAHMAN ME HONS (UNI. of SOUTHAMPTON) (ELECTRICAL, 2010) PhD (UNI. of SOUTHAMPTON) (ELECTRONIC & ELECTRICAL, 2014)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRONIK
121382 SYED ABDUL KADIR ZAWAWI BE (RITSUMEIKAN UNI.) (ELECTRONIC & ELECTRICAL, 2010) ME (RITSUMEIKAN UNI.) (ELECTRONIC & ELECTRICAL, 2012)
121895 YEOH MIAN EN BE HONS (MMU) (ELECTRONIC MAJORING IN NANOTECHNOLOGY, 2016) PhD (MMU) (ENG., 2022)
121854 NAMEISH A/L VEGANANDA BE HONS (MMU) (ELECTRONIC MAJORING IN TELECOMUNICATIONS, 2014)
121724 WILLY LIEW WEN HOW BE HONS (MMU) (ELECTRONIC MAJORING IN TELECOMUNICATIONS, 2022)
121398 NAUMAN JAVED BE HONS (MMU) (ELECTRONIC, 2016)
121650 CHAN WEI YIP BE HONS (UCSI) (ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC, 2010)
121670 MUHAMMAD FIRDAUSS BIN AB JALIL BE HONS (UiTM) (ELECTRICAL, 2009)
121442 TAN FOO WEI BE HONS (UKM) (ELECTRONIC, 2022)
121680 BILL ACHERLLYS JAILIS BE HONS (UMS) (ELECTRONIC ENG. COMPUTER, 2022)
121288 FAZRENA AZLEE BINTI HAMID BE HONS (UNI. of SOUTHAMPTON) (ELECTRONIC, 1999) PhD (UNI. of SOUTHAMPTON) (ELECTRONIC, 2004)
114832 LEONG WEI WEN BE HONS (UTAR KAMPAR) (ELECTRONIC, 2023)
107489 TEOH YUANN YUN BE HONS (UTAR KAMPAR) (ELECTRONIC, 2023)
121679 IQBAL HAZIQ BIN AZMI BE HONS (UTeM) (ELECTRONIC, 2021)
121723 AHMAD FAISAL BIN AHMAD BASRI BE HONS (UTM) (BIOMEDICAL, 2019)
121338 MOHAMAD NASRUL BIN MOHD IZAZI BE HONS (UTM) (ELECTRICALMECHATRONICS, 2017)
121320 MUHAMMAD SYAKIR BIN ZAFFARUDIN BE HONS (UTM) (ELECTRICALMECHATRONICS, 2021)
121649 MUHAMMAD BAKRI BIN SEMMANG BE HONS (UTM) (ELECTRICALTELECOMMUNICATION, 2009)
121675 RIDZUAN BIN AHMAD ZAKI BE HONS (UTM) (ELECTRICALTELECOMMUNICATIONS, 2003)
121379 ARIF FADHLI B ABDUL AZIZ BE HONS (UTM) (ELECTRICALTELECOMMUNICATIONS, 2022)
121380 MUHAMMAD ZULFIKRI BIN ROSLAN BSc (IOWA STATE UNI.) (ELECTRICAL ENG., 2022)
121716 LIEW KOK LEONG BSc (ROBERT GORDON UNI.) (ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC, 1996) MSc (UNI. of WALES) (COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS, 1998)
121703 ILI FARHANA MOHAMAD ALI NASRI ME (UNI. of SURREY) (ELECTRONIC, 2011) PhD (UNI. of GLASGOW) (ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC, 2020)
KEJURUTERAAN KIMIA
121655 RACHEL CHOK SI EN BE HONS (MONASH UNI.) (CHEMICAL, 2016)
121695 LAI YIN XIAN BE HONS (MONASH UNI.) (CHEMICAL, 2021) ME (UM) (SAFETY,HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT, 2022)
121880 JAROD CHONG GIN FEI BE HONS (MONASH UNI.) (CHEMICAL, 2022)
121690 CHIM CHOW FUNG BE HONS (TIANJIN UNI.) (CHEMICAL, 2020)
121404 BRYN ROLAND SADING BE HONS (UiTM) (CHEMICAL, 2019)
121677 TEE LEE HONG BE HONS (UMS) (CHEMICAL, 2009) MSc (UPM) (PROCESS ENG.,2012) PhD (MONASH UNI.) (CHEMICAL,2017)
121333 JARED CHIN YEU BE HONS (UTAR SG. LONG) (CHEMICAL, 2023)
121330 LIM YI HUI BE HONS (UTAR SG. LONG) (CHEMICAL, 2023)
121681 NUUR FAHANIS BINTI CHE LAH BE HONS (UTM) (CHEMICAL - BIOPROCESS, 2009) MSc (USM) (CHEMICAL,2012) PhD (USM) (CHEMICAL,2019)
121441 VALERIE OH BEI YUAN BE HONS (XIAMEN UNI.) (CHEMICAL, 2022)
KEJURUTERAAN KOMUNIKASI
121348 NUR HANIS SABRINA SUHAIMI BE HONS (IIUM) (COMMUNICATION, 2013) ME (UPM) (REMOTE SENSING & GIS, 2015)
KEJURUTERAAN MARIN
121292 IZZUL IZZAT BIN MAZLAN BE TECH (STATE MARINE TECH. UNI.) (SHIPBUILDING & OCEAN ENG., 2012)
121218 MUHAMMAD AIZAT BIN KHAIRUL AZMAN COC MARINE CLASS 1 (MALAYSIAN MARITIME ACADEMY) (MARINE, 2018)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKANIKAL
121406 FARIDZUL IQBAL BIN MUTHAR BE (UNI. of MINNESOTA ) (MECHANICAL, 2021)
121860 HEE BEE BIN BE HONS (CURTIN UNI.) (MECHANICAL, 2019)
121667 ZAHIN IQMAL BIN ABD RANI BE HONS (IIUM) (MECHANICALAUTOMOTIVE, 2020)
121720 SHARVENDREN PILLAI GANESON BE HONS (INTI INTERNATIONAL UNI.) (MECHANICAL, 2019)
121403 LIEW CHIN LI BE HONS (INTI) (MECHANICAL, 2019)
121699 ONG CHII HAN BE HONS (MMU) (MECHANICAL , 2015)
121866 KUEH TZE CHENG BE HONS (MMU) (MECHANICAL, 2012) MESc (MMU) (ENG., 2016) PhD (MONASH UNI.) (MECHANICAL, 2022)
121300 OON ZHI ZHAO BE HONS (MMU) (MECHANICAL, 2014)
121641 YONG YIK HANG BE HONS (MONASH UNI.) (MECHANICAL, 2022)
121298 HARMEET KAUR A/P GURBACHAN SINGH BE HONS (NIIGATA UNI.) (MECHANICAL, 2022)
121867 GANESHVAREN SEGAR BE HONS (QUEENISLAND UNI. of TECH) (MECHANICAL, 2020)
121316 MUHAMMAD HARIR ZHARFAN BIN ZAINAL ABIDIN BE HONS (RMIT UNI.) (MECHANICAL, 2018)
121664 TOH MING HUI BE HONS (SWINBURNE UNI. of TECH.) (MECHANICAL, 2014)
121683 ALEXANDRE DE COSTA LIM ZHONG SHENG BE HONS (SWINBURNE UNI. of TECH.) (MECHANICAL, 2019)
121354 GOH KOK CHONG BE HONS (TAYLOR'S UNI.) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
121291 MUHAMAD FADZIL AMIRULLAH ABD RAHIM BE HONS (THE UNI. of ADELAIDE) (MECHANICAL & AEROSPACE, 2018)
121645 OW JI JOHN BE HONS (THE UNI. of NOTTINGHAM) (MECHANICAL, 2017) ME HONS (NATIONAL UNI. of IRELAND GALWAY) (ENERGY SYSTEM, 2018)
121280 ZURAINI BINTI AB RASHID BE HONS (THE UNI. of QUEENSLAND) (CIVIL, 2022)
121374 KOH WING FAI BE HONS (UCSI) (MECHANICAL, 2020)
121296 MOHAMMAD AKHTAR BIN ABD RAHIM BE HONS (UiTM) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
121856 MUHAMMAD FARIS BIN MOHD SHARUDIN BE HONS (UiTM) (MECHANICAL, 2019)
121151 AZMAN BIN MAT NOOR BE HONS (UKM) (MECHANICAL, 1993)
121721 CHEN HONG WEI BE HONS (UKM) (MECHANICAL, 2009)
121401 RASMINA BINTI IBRAHIM BE HONS (UKM) (MECHANICAL, 2012)
121635 AMEER FAUWAZ BIN AMINUDIN BE HONS (UM) (MECHANICAL, 2022)
121709 PRABUHARAN MARIMUTHU BE HONS (UNI. of MELBOURNE) (MECHANICAL, 2012)
121643 MUHAMAD AIMAN FARIS BIN MAHAMUD BE HONS (UNI. of YAMANASIH) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
121387 MUHAMMAD FARHAN BIN ROSLAN BE HONS (UNIKL) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
121391 IZYAN HAZWANI ZABIDI BE HONS (UNIMAS) (MECHANICAL & MANUFACTURING, 2011)
121304 LING WAN YEW BE HONS (UNIMAS) (MECHANICAL, 2004)
121415 MUHAMAD FARIS BIN ABDUL RASHID BE HONS (UNITEN) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
121414 SIVABALAN A/L RAJU BE HONS (UNITEN) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
121219 MUHAMMAD FAIZ FITRI BIN NORMAN BE HONS (UNITEN) (MECHANICAL, 2017)
121893 MURUGAN A/L SIVA LINGAM BE HONS (UNITEN) (MECHANICAL, 2018)
121395 SAFIUDDIN BIN SUDIN BE HONS (UNITEN) (MECHANICAL, 2018)
121064 MOHAMAD IZUAN BIN AHMAD BE HONS (UNITEN) (MECHANICAL, 2019)
121684 DHIVIA DHARISINI RAMACHANDERAN BE HONS (UNITEN) (MECHANICAL, 2021)
121408 HO ZHE WEI BE HONS (USM) (MECHANICAL, 2018)
121644 DAYANG NURUL HAFISZAWATY BINTI ABANG ALI BE HONS (UTHM) (MECHANICAL, 2011)
121864 AFANDI BIN ABDUL GHANI BE HONS (UTM) (MECHANICAL - MARINE TECH., 2001)
121397 MUHAMMAD ADLEEN NAUFAL BIN ASRI BE HONS (UTM) (MECHANICAL PRECISION ENG., 2022)
121883 YEOH SENG HOOI BE HONS (UTM) (MECHANICAL, 2000)
121694 OTHNIEL WONG CHENGYI BE HONS (UTM) (MECHANICAL, 2014)
121393 AZARUL AZUWAD BIN ABD WAHAB BE HONS (UTM) (MECHANICAL, 2022)
121308 MUHAMMAD AZLAN BIN AGUS BE HONS (UTM) (MECHANICAL, 2022)
121412 ARAVINDRAN MUTHIAH BE HONS (UTP) (MECHANICAL, 2015)
121861 AHMAD FARHAN BIN ARUL HISHAM BE HONS (UTP) (MECHANICAL, 2020)
121651 YONG TING SHEN BE HONS (UTP) (MECHANICAL, 2020)
121863 MUHAMMAD AIMAN RIDWAN BIN MOHD HAFASH BSc (UNI. of BRITISH COLUMBIA) (MECHANICAL, 2022)
121711 LEE JUNYAN ME HONS (THE UNI. of NOTTINGHAM) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKATRONIK
121405 TEH JAYSON BE HONS (MONASH UNI.) (MECHATRONICS, 2022) 121376 CHONG ZHE HAW BE HONS (UniMAP) (MECHATRONICS, 2015)
KEJURUTERAAN PEMBUATAN
121872 MOHD SHAHIR BIN ABDULLAH BE HONS (UiTM) (MECHANICAL ENG.MANUFACTURING, 2012)
121701 AWANGKU SAFRI BIN AWGKU ZAMHARI BE HONS (UiTM) (MECHANICAL ENG.MANUFACTURING, 2018)
121327 IRINA WONG MING MING BE HONS (UniMAP) (MANUFACTURING, 2014) PhD (UniMAP) (MANUFACTURING, 2019)
121402 RAJA MANISA BINTI RAJA MAMAT BE HONS (UTeM) (ENG. MATERIALS, 2009) ME (UPM) (ENG.,2013)
KEJURUTERAAN PERLOMBONGAN
121894 MOHD IZAT HAFIFI BIN ABDULLAH BE HONS (USM) (MINERAL RESOURCES ENG., 2014)
121340 NUR DAMIA BINTI SUPIAN BE HONS (USM) (MINERAL RESOURCES, 2021)
KEJURUTERAAN PETROLEUM
121717 MUHAMMAD NORAIMAN BIN NORAZLAN BE HONS (UTP) (PETROLEUM, 2022)
121384 ANUAR MOHAMAD BSc (COLORADO SCHOOL of MINES) (PETROLEUM, 1995)
KEJURUTERAAN SUMBER MINERAL
121346 DIAN SEMESTA BINTI ABDUL AZIZ BE HONS (USM) (MINERAL RESOURCES, 2006)
PERMOHONAN KEPADA AHLI “ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST GRADUATE MEMBER” No. Ahli Nama Kelayakan
KEJURUTERAAN AERONAUTIKAL
121369 MOHD SHAHIDI BIN ALIAS BTECH HONS (UNIKL-BMI) (AIRCRAFT ENGINEERINGMECHANICAL, 2011)
121057 NANTHA KUMARAN A/L DEVARAJAN DCAM PART 66 B2 HOLDER
121631 MOHAMAD IZZAT AMIR BIN KAMAROLZAMAN
DCAM PART 66 B2 HOLDER DIP (M'SIAN SKILLS) (AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECH-AVIONIC,2019)
Keahlian
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRIKAL
121368 ZAHARI AFFANDI BIN AB GHANI
121900 WAN MUHAMMAD AFIQ SYAHMI BIN WAN AMRAN
BTECH HONS (UNIKL-MIAT) (ELECTRICAL, 2009)
BTECH HONS (UNIKL-MIIT) (INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL ENGINEERING, 2022)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTROMEKANIKAL
121630 MUHAMMAD FAKHRULLAH SYAZWAN BIN BADARULLAH
BTECH HONS (UNIKL-MFI) (ELECTROMECHANICAL, 2019)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRONIK
121370 AHMAD FAZREEN BIN IBRAHIM
BTECH HONS (UNIKL-MIAT) (AIRCRAFT ENGINEERINGAVIONICS, 2016)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKANIKAL
121371 MUHAMMAD SYAUQI BIN MUZAINI BTECH HONS (UNIKL-MFI) (MECHANICAL-INDUSTRIAL REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM, 2020)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKATRONIK
121629 MOHAMAD SHAHRIN B MOHAMAD SADIMAN
BTECH HONS (UNIKL-MFI) (MECHATRONICS, 2012)
PERMOHONAN MENJADI AHLI ‘INCORPORATED’ No. Ahli Nama Kelayakan
KEJURUTERAAN AWAM
121737 KOMMA SRINIVASULU B. TECH (JAWAHARLAL NEHRU) (CIVIL, 2004)
121048 TAN JIA YU BE HONS (NOTTINGHAM) (CIVIL, 2017)
KEJURUTERAAN ELEKTRIKAL & ELEKTRONIK
121485 MOHD RIZAL BIN SATARDIN BE HONS (SUNDERLAND) (ELECTRONIC & ELECTRICAL, 2016)
121154 MUNIANDY A/L CONABAYAN BE HONS (BRADFORD) (ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC, 2011)
KEJURUTERAAN INDUSTRI
121738 NOOR NIKMAN BIN SALLEH B. TECH (UTM) (TECHNOLOGY, 2011)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKANIKAL
121483 FONG KAH SIONG BE HONS (SUNDERLAND) (MECHANICAL, 2016)
121484 JIMMY KHO KAI SENG BE HONS (SUNDERLAND) (MECHANICAL, 2015)
PERMOHONAN BARU / PEMINDAHAN AHLI
Persidangan Majlis IEM yang ke-438 pada 23 Oktober 2023
senarai ahli mengikut disiplin kejuruteraan:
PERMOHONAN MENJADI AHLI ‘ASSOCIATE’ No. Ahli Nama Kelayakan
KEJURUTERAAN AWAM KOO YIN WAH DIP.(INSTITUT TEKNOLOGI PERTAMA) (CIVIL,1995) RICHEAL ANAK ANDRICE DIPL.(UiTM) (CIVIL, 2009)
KEJURUTERAAN BANGUNAN MOHD ASZUAN BIN ABDUL RAHMAN DIP.(UITM) (BUILDING SURVEYING, 2009)
KEJURUTERAAN MEKANIKAL NG KAR MUN DIP.(OPEN UNIVERSITY MSIA)(MECHANICAL, 2010) AZUAR BIN NORSHAM DIPL.(PUO) (MECHANICAL, 2008)
KEJURUTERAAN PEMBUATAN ZAINI BIN SAAT DIP.(GERMAN MALAYSIA INSTITUTE) (PRODUCTION TECH, 2003)
Senarai nama ahli dan kelayakan adalah seperti di bawah. Institusi mengucapkan tahniah kepada ahli yang telah berjaya.
Ir. Prof. Dr Zuhaina Zakaria
Setiausaha Kehormat, Institusi Jurutera Malaysia, Sesi 2023/2024
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