SINGAPORE : The construction industry could soon face tougher laws to improve its safety, quality and professionalism. These provisions are contained in the Building Control (amendment) Bill tabled in Parliament on Monday by National Development Minister Mah Bow Tan.
The proposed changes include several safety measures recommended by an inter-ministry Manpower Review Committee on Construction Safety.
The joint committee was set up in response to the Committee of Inquiry's report on the Nicoll Highway collapse in 2004.
If the amendments are passed, only licensed builders will be able to carry out building works requiring approval of plans as well as specialised structural works.
There will have to be adequate supervision of structural works during construction.
Developers will also be legally required to report contraventions to the Building Control Act.
Temporary earth retaining structures and major geotechnical works will be regulated as well.
The amendments were drawn up after consultation with industry stakeholders.
Mr Mah will elaborate on the amendments in the Second Reading of the Bill at a future sitting of Parliament. - CNA/ms
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