MBAM EFFORT IN DEALING WITH COVID-19
In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic situation, at Master Builders Association Malaysia (MBAM), we are very well aware of all the concerns and worries by our members especially in the construction industry and we have been working diligently to provide members with more information related to the construction industry. As this is a rapidly evolving situation, MBAM is monitoring the situation closely. We thank you for your support and patience as we work together to bring you the latest update regarding the Malaysian construction industry. We advise members to follow the latest developments related to COVID-19 and adhere to the guidance of government and public health officials from time to time.
Stay safe.
Circulars by MBAM
2021
- 12 January 2021 – Adherence to the Movement Control Order by The Malaysian Government
- 13 January 2021 – Updates in Relation to the Movement Control Order
- 14 January 2021 – MCO Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) For Construction Sector
- 14 January 2021 – Step-By-Step Guide To Resume Or Start Work In Construction This MCO
- 14 January 2021 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Regarding Movement Control Order (PKP) By The Ministry Of Works Malaysia Dated 14 January 2021
- 15 January 2021 – Updated MCO Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) For Construction Sector
- 15 January 2021 – Survey On Act 446 Requirement In Facing This Challenging Time During Movement Control Order (MCO)
- 18 January 2021 – Survey on Moratorium or Financial Assistance
- 21 January 2021 – Updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Regarding Movement Control Order (PKP) By The Ministry Of Works Malaysia Dated 16 January 2021
- 21 January 2021 – Soft Financing Scheme For Digital & Technology (SFDT) By Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF)
- 21 January 2021 – Feedback on Impact of Productivity Drop Analysis and Issues Affecting Infrastructure Works
- 23 January 2021 – URGENT Update on MITI CIMS 3.0 – Approval to Operate During Movement Control Order (MCO)
- 29 January 2021 – Media Statement By The Ministry Of Works (KKR) Dated 26 January 2021
- 2 February 2021 – Survey on Workers Accommodation – Issues on Getting Approval from Local Councils / PBTs and Labour Department / JTK
- 18 February 2021 – [INFORMATION NOTICE]: Seminar on Overcoming Challenges: Support for Entrepreneurs
- 24 February 2021 – Covid-19 Test – Special Offer Package For MBAM Members
- 24 February 2021 – [Information Notice]: SOP on Advertising, Online Sale of Tender Documents and Tender Closing in the new normal
- 9 March 2021 – Updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Construction Sector
- 11 March 2021 – National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme For The Economic Sector
- 6 May 2021 – Survey on Proposed Private Covid-19 Vaccination Programme
- 19 May 2021 – Selgate Covid-19 Vaccination Programme (Updated)
- 25 May 2021 – Updates in Relation to the Movement Control Order (MCO 3.0)
- 28 May 2021 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) For Construction Sector Under Movement Control Order (PKP) by The Ministry of Works Malaysia Dated 25 May 2021
- 30 May 2021 – Media Statement By KKR And MITI – Updates In Relation To MCO (1 June – 14 June 2021)
- 31 May 2021 – [ANNOUNCEMENT FROM CIDB] Application for Permission to Operate for Construction Sector during Full Movement Control Order (PKP) 1-14 June 2021
- 31 May 2021 – Cancellation Of Circular MBAM/25/01/2021/05/31/075
- 31 May 2021 – [Media Statements By MKN And MITI] Application For Letter Of Permission To Operate For Sectors Authorised By The Government During The Movement Control Order (MCO) Beginning 1 To 14 June 2021
- 2 June 2021 – Updated General and Construction Sector Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and KKR Media Statement
- 2 June 2021 – Updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) From KKR And MITI
- 3 June 2021 – Survey: Feedback from Members on Approval Status to Operate during Full MCO
- 8 June 2021 – Survey on Covid-19 Construction Sector Vaccination Programme
- 8 June 2021 – MKN’s Permission for Human Resource/Finance Personnel of Companies in Non-Essential Economic and Service Sector to Return to Work to Process Payroll
- 17 June 2021 – Circular On Covid-19 Construction Sector Vaccination Programme
- 18 June 2021 – Survey (For Compilation To BNM): Complaint On Repayment Assistance (RA) Rejections Or Unsatisfied Terms
- 18 June 2021 – Updated FAQ By KKR Dated 18 June 2021
- 19 June 2021 – Quick Survey On The Shortage Of Building Materials Requirement To Use Until End Of 28 June 2021
- 20 June 2021 – FAQ On Construction Industry Vaccination Program (CIVac)
- 29 June 2021 – Construction Industry Vaccination Programme (CIVac) by CIDB Malaysia
- 12 July 2021 – Quick Survey: Understanding of Contractual Issues on EOT and L&E
- 19 July 2021 – Survey On Financial Issues Faced
- 21 July 2021 – Quick Survey on Vaccination Status in the Construction Sector
- 23 July 2021 – SURVEY: Members Operational Status (NRP Phase 1 & 2)
- 4 August 2021 – Special Lane Registration – Construction Industry Vaccination Programme (CIVac) by CIDB Malaysia Phase 2 (CIDB Convention Center, Kuala Lumpur)
- 3 September 2021 – Construction Industry Vaccination Programme (CIVac) by CIDB Malaysia (CIDB Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur)
- 10 November 2021 – Quick Survey on Booster Vaccine in the Construction Sector
- 25 November 2021 – Request For Feedback to Be Raised to The National Recovery Council (MPN)
- 26 November 2021 – MBAM Press Statement: To extend construction operating hours to increase productivity
- 28 December 2021 – Covid-19 Booster Vaccine – Special Offer Package for MBAM Members
2020
- 14 February 2020 – Guidelines on Handling Issues Relating to Contagious Outbreaks Including Corona Virus Disease 19 (COVID-19)
- 16 March 2020 – Reminder to All MBAM Members on the Current COVID-19 Situation
- 17 March 2020 – Notice of Office Closure
- 17 March 2020 – Adherence to the Movement Control Order by the Malaysian Government
- 17 March 2020 – Deferment of MBAM Activities until 30th June 2020
- 18 March 2020 – Guidelines on Handling Issues Relating to the Spread of Covid-19 Disease at Workplace
- 19 March 2020 – FAQ by the Ministry of Works Malaysia
- 19 March 2020 – Conditions of the Operation for Certain Manufacturing Sectors under the Movement Control Order From 18 to 31 March 2020
- 23 March 2020 – Solicit Feedback on Problems Encountered by Businesses and Proposed Remedial Measures
- 23 March 2020 – FAQ Related to Movement Control Order by the Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia (MOHR) No. 2
- 23 March 2020 – Updated FAQ by the Ministry of Works Malaysia
- 26 March 2020 – Measures to Facilitate Import and Export Activities for Non-Essential Goods during Movement Control Order (MCO) Period
- 27 March 2020 – Urgent Appeal for Donation In Aid of Frontline Medical Services Staff Fighting the COVID-19 Pandemic
- 28 March 2020 – Feedback Request for Invest Selangor on Impact Due to Movement Control Order (MCO)
- 31 March 2020 – Notice of Extension of Office Closure
- 1 April 2020 – Urgent Feedback Request from MBAM Members for Those Who Have Not Received Payment from the Government on Input Tax for Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- 1 April 2020 – Improved FAQ by the Ministry of Works Malaysia and FAQ by the Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia No. 3
- 1 April 2020 – Urgent Feedback Request from MBAM Members on Estimated Financial Losses Due to Movement Control Order (MCO)
- 3 April 2020 – Press Release by the Ministry of Transport Malaysia
- 4 April 2020 – Urgent Feedback Request from MBAM Members on How Construction Project Can Continue Work after the Movement Control Order (MCO) Is Lifted
- 7 April 2020 – Urgent Feedback Request from MBAM Members on What Actions or Measures the Construction Industry Need To Take After the Movement Control Order (MCO) Is Lifted To Ensure Sustainability and Growth
- 8 April 2020 – FAQ by the Ministry of Human Resources Malaysia No. 4 and Ministry of International Trade and Industry No. 2
- 9 April 2020 – Urgent Feedback Request from MBAM Members on List of Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Suppliers both Materials and Equipment, Scope of Work
- 9 April 2020 – Urgent Feedback Request from MBAM Members on Industry Association Company Prioritisation List as Requested by Ministry of International Trade and Industry, Malaysia (MITI)
- 11 April 2020 – Approval to Operate Additional Sectors to Bolster the Economy Post COVID-19 as Per Ministry of International Trade and Industry, Malaysia (MITI) Press Statement
- 11 April 2020 – Survey on G1-G2 Contractors Affected by the Movement Control Order (MCO)
- 11 April 2020 – MBAM Site Operating Guidelines – Protecting Your Workforce from COVID-19
- 13 April 2020 – MITI Call Centre for COVID-19
- 13 April 2020 – FAQ by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) No. 3
- 14 April 2020 – Notice Of Extension Of Office Closure (15 – 28 April 2020)
- 15 April 2020 – ACCCIM’S Quick-Take Survey On The Preparation Of Post MCO’s Exit Strategy
- 16 April 2020 – Guidelines For The Prevention Of COVID-19 Pandemic For The Workers At Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ)
- 19 April 2020 – Survey On How Many MBAM Members Apply For Restarting Of Work
- 20 April 2020 – Announcement On The Usage Of Standard Operating Procedures And Guidelines Documents
- 21 April 2020 – FAQ By The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) No. 4
- 21 April 2020 – Additional Measures By BNM To Assist SMEs Affected By COVID-19 – SMEs To Be More Vigilant of Scams
- 21 April 2020 – MATRADE Survey on Impact of COVID-19 to Malaysian Exporters
- 22 April 2020 – How Can Construction Industry Recover Post-MCO
- 23 April 2020 – Survey for contractors who have been approved to operate
- 27 April 2020 – Survey on impact of COVID-19 on the construction
- 28 April 2020 – Guidelines for Prihatin Screening Programme (PSP) BY SOCSO
- 29 April 2020 – Permission For Company Human Resource And Finance Personnel To Return To Workplace To Process Payroll
- 29 April 2020 – Press Release By The Ministry Of International Trade And Industry
- 29 April 2020 – Download the MySejahtera Application
- 29 April 2020 – COVID-19 Test – Special Offer Package For MBAM Members
- 30 April 2020 – Request For Urgent Feedback From Members Whose Application Has Been Rejected During The Movement Control Order (MCO)
- 1 May 2020 – Cancellation Of Circular MBAM/25/01/2020/04/30/062 On Request For Urgent Feedback From Members Whose Application Has Been Rejected During The Movement Control Order (MCO)
- 1 May 2020 – Adherence To The Conditional Movement Control Order (MCO) By The Malaysian Government
- 2 May 2020 – Queries On The Latest SOP For Construction Industry
- 4 May 2020 – Key Learning Points Derived From The Implementation Of The Movement Control Order (MCO) And How The Construction Industry Can Better Prepare To Face Such Pandemic?
- 6 May 2020 – SOCSO Onsite Covid-19 Screening For Construction Employees/Workers Registered With SOCSO (PERKESO)
- 6 May 2020 – Withdrawal Of MBAM Circular On Covid-19 Test – Special Offer Package For MBAM Members
- 8 May 2020 – Urgent Feedback On Issues Affecting Issuance Of Certificate Of Completion And Compliance (CCC) Due To Movement Control Order And Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) And The Proposed Recommendations To Resolve The Issues
- 8 May 2020 – [Info Dissemination]: Micro SMEs to Benefit from Prihatin Special Grant
- 8 May 202 – FAQ Related To Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) By The Ministry Of Works
- 8 May 2020 – CIDB Press Statement: Senior Minister Of Works Announced CIDB Prihatin Initiative To Ease The Burden Of Contractors And Construction Industry Players
- 8 May 2020 – FAQ Related To Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) By The Ministry Of International Trade And Industry (MITI)
- 12 May 2020 – Updated FAQ Related To Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) By The Ministry Of Works
- 14 May 2020 – Notice By CIDB Malaysia Dated 11 May 2020
- 14 May 2o20 – Procedure For Renewal Application Process Of The Contractor Registration Certificate (PPK) During The Covid-19 Movement Control Order (PKP)
- 14 May 2020 – CIDB Survey On The Issues And Challenges Faced By Construction Companies To Resume Business And Operation During Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO)
- 15 May 2020 – Covid-19 Screening To Focus On Foreign Workers In Two Sectors
- 15 May 2020 – Survey On Construction Project Details
- 16 May 2020 – SOP By The Ministry Of Human Resources Malaysia (MOHR)
- 23 May 2020 – A Quick MBAM Survey On Construction Industry Due To Covid-19 Pandemic
- 29 May 2020 – Invitation To Provide Feedback And Suggestions On The Proposed Bill As A Temporary Measure To Reduce The Impact Of Covid-19
- 1 June 2020 – The Scope Of Program Saringan Prihatin Perkeso To Be Expanded With Screening Subsidy For Employers
- 1 June 2020 – Provision Under Section 17a Of The MACC Act 2018 Takes Effect From 1st June 2020
- 9 June 2020 – Financing Facilities By Bank Negara Malaysia For SMEs
- 10 June 2020 – Updated SOP For The Construction Industry, PENJANA and RMCO
- 16 June 2020 – Urgent Request For Feedback By MITI For MBAM Member Companies That Have Problems With Corresponding Bank On Loan Approvals Due To Covid-19 Pandemic
- 16 June 2020 – Updated FAQ Related To Recovery Movement Control Order (PKPP) By The Ministry Of Works
- 25 June 2020 – Request For Feedback To Ministry Of Finance (MOF) From MBAM Member Companies That Have Problems With Corresponding Bank On Loan Facilities Due To Covid-19 Pandemic
- 26 June 2020 – Notification From Ministry Of Finance (MOF) On Advance Payment
- 29 July 2020 – Notifications and short video clips from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)
- 5 August 2020 – MalaysiaMudah (#MyMudah) – Reducing Unnecessary Regulatory Burdens to Support Economic Growth
- 24 August 2020 – Cost of Covid-19 Testing Charges at International Entry Point and Ministry of Health, Malaysia (MOH) Facility
- 24 August 2020 – Invitation to Join Repayment Assistance Clinic organised by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)
- 1 September 2020 – Employees Minimum Standards Of Housing, Accommodations And Amenities (Accommodation And Centralized Accommodation) Regulations 2020 – (Employees Minimum Standards Of Housing, Accommodations And Amenities Act 1990)
- 3 September 2020 – Complaint On Repayment Assistance (RA) Rejections Or Unsatisfied Terms
- 22 September 2020 – The Repayment Assistance Campaign Organised By Bank Negara Malaysia
- 8 October 2020 – MITI Database System – CIMS – To Be PDRM Reference In States Under PKPB and PKPD
- 13 October 2020 – Small Debt Resolution Scheme (SDRS)
- 14 October 2020 – Adherence to the Conditional Movement Control Order in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Selangor (14 – 27 October 2020)
- 21 October 2020 – Press Release From The Ministry Of International Trade And Industry (MITI) Malaysia Dated 21 October 2020
- 23 October 2020 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Regarding Conditional Movement Control Order (PKPB) By The Ministry Of International Trade And Industry No.1
- 26 October 2020 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Regarding Conditional Movement Control Order (PKPB) By The Ministry Of Works Malaysia
- 26 October 2020 – Sharing Of Information From Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) On Loan Repayment Assistance Webinar
- 28 October 2020 – Employers Need To Advertise Vacancies At Myfuturejobs For Recruitment Of Foreign Workers And Employment Of Expatriate With Effect From 1st November 2020
- 2 November 2020 – Survey on the effect of COVID-19 pandemic on labour market, layoff and job opportunity in Malaysia
- 12 November 2020 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Regarding Conditional Movement Control Order (PKPB) from 8 November to 6 December 2020 by The Ministry of Works Malaysia
- 16 November 2020 – Undocumented Migrant Recalibration Plan
- 19 November 2020 – FAQ Regarding Undocumented Migrant Recalibration Plan
- 27 November 2020 – Strict Implementation and Compliance Of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Of Movement Control Order (MCO) by Employers For The Industrial Sector
- 27 November 2020 – COVID-19 Test – Special Offer Package For MBAM Members
- 1 December 2020 – Covid-19 Screening Programme for Foreign Workers using Antigen RTK Method in Selangor State, WP Kuala Lumpur, Negeri Sembilan, Penang, Sabah and WP Labuan
Government Guidance
MBAM members are encouraged to adhere to the directives made by the Government. For more information and latest updates, members can refer to National Security Council’s website at https://www.mkn.gov.my/web/ms/covid-19/
Please also find below some useful links for your reference:
- National Security Council – mkn.gov.my
- Ministry of Health – moh.gov.my
- Ministry of Works – kkr.gov.my
- Ministry of Human Resources – mohr.gov.my
- Ministry of Transport – mot.gov.my
- Department of Occupational Safety and Health Malaysia – dosh.com.my
- Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia – cidb.gov.my
Bank Negara Malaysia also announced a number of regulatory and supervisory measures in support of efforts by banking institutions to assist individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and corporations to manage the impact of the Covid-19 outbreak. Members can refer to www.bnm.gov.my for more information.
MBAM Donation to fight against COVID-19
As part of MBAM’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative for the year 2020, MBAM has contributed RM100,000 worth of medical gowns, face shields and masks to Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) for COVID-19 namely the Kepong District Health Centre and Hospital Ampang in a handover ceremony on 30 April 2020. MBAM’s hearts and thoughts go out to the people who have been affected by this unprecedented event and we appreciate the healthcare workers, local communities, and government who are on the front lines working to contain this coronavirus.
We would like to thank all the contributors listed in the attached appendix for your generous donation and kind support.
MBAM Donation for COVID-19 handover ceremony at Kepong District Health Centre
MBAM Donation for COVID-19 handover ceremony at Hospital Ampang
Present at the handover ceremony were from left: Executive Director, Ms Loh Mei Ling; Treasurer-General, Mr Kenneth Liew; Deputy President, Tan Sri Sufri Hj. Mohd Zin; President, Mr Foo Chek Lee; and Senior PR Executive Chew Chee Yan (not in photo).
Press Statement by MBAM
2021 Press Statements related to COVID-19
2020 Press Statements related to COVID-19
- 27 March 2020 – MBAM Thanks the Government for the Additional Stimulus Package As Announced by the Honourable Prime Minister
- 14 April 2020 – Joint Media Statement by MBAM and REHDA Malaysia: Property Development and Construction Industry to Work Closely Together With the Government to Triumph against COVID-19
- 30 April 2020 – MBAM Donates RM100,000 Worth Of Medical Supplies To Front Liners In The Fight Against Covid-19
- 6 May 2020 – Joint Media Statement by MBAM and REHDA Malaysia: Government to Bear Cost of COVID-19 Testing for the Construction Industry and the Urgency for a COVID-19 (Temporary Measures Bill) to Protect the Nation
MBAM News Coverage (related to COVID-19)
2021 coverage
31 May 2021 – The Sun Daily: Contractors are in dire state, need urgent economic support
31 May 2021 – Edge Prop: FMCO: MBAM urges govt to provide financial aids for contractors
31 May 2021 – Free Malaysia Today: Roll out financial aid now, say builders
31 May 2021 – Bernama (ENG): MBAM members seek urgent economic support from government
31 May 2021 – Bernama (BM): MBAM minta kerjaaan cari ekonomi dengan segera
31 May 2021 – China Press: 建筑商总会建议政府-批自动暂缓还贷
31 May 2021 – Sin Chew: MBAM:减缓全面封锁冲击· 促速落实振兴配套
31 May 2021 – The Vibes: Construction industry needs direct fiscal injection to stay afloat: MBAM
31 May 2021 – Nanyang Siang Pau: 建筑商总会吁政府提供紧急援助
1 June 2021 – The Star: MBAM members seek ‘urgent economic support’
1 June 2021 – The Malaysian Reserve: MCO 3.0: Construction players risk closing down
1 June 2021 – Edge Prop: MBAM urges govt to waive levy fee for foreign workers
1 June 2021- Berita Harian: Tangguhkan sebarang dasar baharu – MBAM.
1 June 2021 – Nanyang Siang Pau: 建筑商总会促政府 豁免外劳人头税费延工作准证
1 June 2021 – Bernama: MBAM minta kerajaan tidak laksana sebarang dasar baharu ketika ini.
1 June 2021 – The Star (Letters): MBAM thanks govt for Pemerkasa Plus aid package
1 June 2021 – The Malaysian Reserve: MCO 3.0: Construction players risk closing down
1 June 2021 – The Star: MBAM members seek ‘urgent economic support’
2 June 2021 – The Malaysian Reserve: MBAM urges govt to defer introducing new policies.
2 June 2021 – The Edge Markets: MBAM urges govt to defer introducing new policies during lockdown.
2 July 2021 – Edge Prop: MBAM: Prioritise vaccination for construction industry workers
2 Julai 2021 – Bernama (BM): Industri pembinaan mahu keutamaan vaksinasi – MBAM
2 July 2021 – Sin Chew Daily: 总会与35协会呈备忘录· 促加速接种允建筑业复工
2 July 2021 – New Strait Times: Construction players urge making workers’ vaccination a priority
2020 coverage
28 March 2020 – Bernama: MBAM harap k’jaan perkenal langkah khas untuk industri binaan
29 March 2020 – Astro Awani: MBAM harap kerajaan perkenal langkah khas untuk industri binaan
29 March 2020 – Nanyang Siang Pau: (Economy Stimulus Package) MBAM requests to approve
12 April 2020 – Oriental Daily: 复工不明确 业者吐苦水
14 April 2020 – Berita Harian: MBAM, REHDA pastikan keselamatan di tapak pembinaan
14 April 2020 – Oriental Daily:支持房屋和建筑业 2公会要求进一步奖掖
15 April 2020 – Sin Chew: 冀续与政府对话· 建商房产公会盼给奖掖
14 April 2020 – Focus Malaysia: Property, construction players pledge to ensure health safety
15 April 2020 – The Star (Corporate News): MBAM and Rehda join forces to combat virus
15 April 2020 – Edge Prop: MBAM, REHDA to ensure COVID-19 safety measures at worksites
15 April 2020 – Property Guru: REHDA, MBAM To Work Together To Fight Covid-19
18 April 2020 – The Star: Companies to abide by govt rules on screening
4 May 2020 – Sin Chew Daily: 符绩理:雇主承担外劳检测费·“复工政策不明确”
4 May 2020 – Nanyang Siang Pau: 【管控令第48天】符绩理谁都可能传播病毒…
5 May 2020 – The Star: Malaysia’s major trade associations support Govt’s decision to reopen economy
5 May 2020, Bernama: Dewan dan persatuan puji langkah pembukaan semula aktiviti ekonomi
6 May 2020 – The Star: Construction firms face another stumbling block
6 May 2020 – Edgeprop.my: Rehda, MBAM want government to bear construction workers’ testing costs
6 May 2020 – Bernama: Govt urged to bear cost of COVID-19 screening for construction industry
6 May 2020 – Daily Express: Govt should bear Covid-19 screening cost for construction industry
6 May 2020 – The Malaysian Insight: Developers urge govt to bear cost of workers’ Covid-19 screening
6 May 2020 – Malaysia Kini: Gov’t urged to bear Covid-19 screening cost for construction industry
6 May 2020 – Astro Awani: Chambers, associations lauds government decision on business resumption
6 May 2020 – Nanyang Siang Pau:【管控令第50天】2商会提2大诉求政府应付建筑工检测费
6 May 2020 – Nanyang Siang Pau:【管控令第50天】检测200万外劳需4至8个月-建筑业今年
6 May 2020 – China Press: ◤行动管制◢-59商会支持复工-吁州政府同步重启经…
6 May 2020 – Oriental Daily:【新冠肺炎】外劳人数庞大 业者忧检测效率慢
6 May 2020 – MalaysiaGazette: Pekerja asing tanpa dokumen bersembunyi daripada saringan?
6 May 2020 – Astro Awani: Govt urged to bear cost of COVID-19 screening for construction industry
6 May 2020 – Sinar Harian:Rayu kerajaan tanggung kos ujian saringan Covid-19 bagi industri
6 May 2020 – Harian Metro: REHDA, MBAM mahu kerajaan tanggung kos saringan pekerja pembinaan
11 May 2020 – REM Property: SOP引混淆 我国仅9%工地可复工
12 May 2020 – The Star: Industry players want protocols to ease health screenings
12 May 2020 – China Press, 行动管制 建筑业者促政府制定明确检测程序
12 May 2020 – Star Property: Rehda Proposes That The Government Bear The Cost Of Covid-19 Testing
12 May 2020 – The Edge Malaysia: Frankly Speaking: A testing dilemma
12 May 2020 – Nanyang Siang Pau:【管控令第56天】迫切复工遇检测长龙“哪个领域外劳优先?”
27 May 2020 – Sin Chew Daily: 中小企业,苦(四之二):疫关重重·企业关关难过
28 May 2020 – The Star: Industry players want longer grace period
29 May 2020 – China Press: 行动管制 外劳等检测工地复工无期
31 May 2020 – MalaysiaGazette: Hanya 20 peratus pengusaha pembinaan mulakan tugas
2 June 2020 – The Malaysian Insight: Only 25% of construction projects operating since April
2 June 2020 – The Malaysian Insight: Sektor pembinaan bermula perlahan selepas dibenar beroperasi
2 June 2020 – The Malaysian Insight (Chinese): 不足半数建筑工地复工 建筑商忧严格防疫措施难达标
17 June 2020 – The Star Online: 17 sites ordered closed
17 September 2020 – The Malaysian Insight 政府加快发放项目提振建筑业 业者盼优先解决外劳问题
18 September 2020 – Berita Harian: Industri pembinaan rugi RM11.6 bilion setiap bulan sejak PKP
22 September 2020 – MalaysiaGazette: Industri binaan rugi RM11.6 bilion semasa PKP – Fadillah
23 September 2020 – The Star: Construction industry seeks govt aid
5 October 2020 – Oriental Daily: 工人宿舍最低标准法 建筑商吁再给1年宽限期
5 October 2020 – Sin Chew Daily: 工人宿舍最低标准法 建筑商吁再给1年宽限期
5 October 2020 – Nanyang Siang Pau: 职业安全与卫生局去年提控421案 30%涉建筑业违例
5 October 2020 – Guang Ming: 建築商公會:給時間同業實行 冀446法令寬限多一年
27 October 2020 – Edge Prop: MBAM: Covid-19 Act did not address issues faced by contractors