OSHCIM: A STUDY ON MALAYSIAN OSH REGULATORY CAPABILITIES READINESS IN THE DESIGN PHASE

• Published in: Proceedings of the 39th Annual ARCOM Conference: Constructing for the Future, ARCOM 2023
• Main Author: Hussain A.; Ibrahim C.K.I.C.; Belayutham S.; Manu P.; Nazruddin M.A.
• Format: Conference paper
• Language: English
• Published: Association of Researchers in Construction Management 2023
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85204789662&partnerID=40&md5=8e93c559a38e9eb676e01abe5d29afe9

Continuous accidents and fatalities in construction projects have increased scholarly interest in addressing safety and health during the design phase. In Malaysia, the introduction of the Occupational Safety and Health in the Construction Industry (Management) (OSHCIM) in 2017 as a legislative framework to enhance Prevention through Design (PtD) practices has recently gained attention. This study aims to evaluate the regulatory capabilities of Malaysia concerning OSHCIM requirements and stakeholders' readiness. A mixed-method approach was employed, surveying 91 purposively sampled enforcers. The findings indicate that the regulator requires further clarification on OSHCIM requirements and additional information and guidance, particularly during the conceptual and design stage involving clients and designers. The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) should organise seminars or short professional courses to support and raise awareness among enforcers. These study findings offer valuable insights for regulatory bodies, helping them understand the readiness of enforcers and address safety and health concerns throughout the project lifecycle. © ARCOM 2023.All rights reserved.