KENINGAU: Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) CEO Datuk Ir Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid said compliance with legal requirements, such as obtaining Approval To Install (ATI) and Approval To Operate (ATO), is crucial to ensure the safety not only of business owners and their employees but also of the general public using services such as laundromats.
He further emphasised that operators who fail to comply with these regulations may face legal action, including fines of up to RM100,000 or imprisonment of up to three years.
He said this when officiating a Seminar on Gas Licensing Requirements and the Safety of Piped Gas System Installations, here, recently.
The seminar focused on raising awareness among operators regarding the safety aspects of piped gas system installations, as well as compliance with relevant legislation and established standards.
Also present at the seminar and delivering briefings were representatives from the Domestic Trade and Costs of Living (KPDN), the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department and the Keningau District Council.
The seminar also highlighted the importance of appointing a Competent Person or Person Responsible (OB) to ensure the long-term safety of business premises.
This initiative by ECoS will continue to be intensified as part of its commitment to enhancing safety levels and preventing incidents arising from gas leaks, while also strengthening legal compliance across the industry.
