KUCHING – Residents’ safety, cleanliness and living conditions have been highlighted following concerns raised about ongoing works at Jalan Setia Raja Lorong 12 in Kuching.
MBKS Councillor Liew Leongyee visited the residential area following feedback from members of the community to assess the situation and observe conditions surrounding the work site.
The visit focused on concerns affecting residents living near the area, particularly the need to maintain appropriate safety standards and ensure that construction-related activities do not compromise the surrounding residential environment.
Following the site inspection, Liew said he had also contacted the contractor responsible for the works to stress the importance of maintaining proper safety precautions, cleanliness and hygiene throughout the project.
The contractor was reminded of the need to keep the surrounding area in an orderly condition and take appropriate measures to minimise potential inconvenience and risks to nearby residents.
Maintaining a clean and safe environment is an important consideration when carrying out construction or infrastructure-related activities in established residential neighbourhoods. Work sites can affect surrounding communities through temporary changes to access, movement and the general condition of shared spaces.
For residents living close to such activities, proper site management is particularly important to ensure that daily routines can continue with as little disruption as possible.
Safety arrangements should therefore remain in place throughout the duration of the works, while contractors are expected to pay attention to housekeeping, waste management and general site cleanliness.
These measures form part of responsible project implementation, particularly in areas where construction activities take place close to occupied homes.
The condition of access routes and surrounding spaces also requires attention to reduce potential hazards for pedestrians, motorists and residents moving through the neighbourhood.
Regular communication between contractors, relevant representatives and affected communities can also help ensure that concerns are brought to attention and addressed in a timely manner.
Liew stressed that development initiatives should not come at the expense of the community’s safety and well-being, underscoring the importance of balancing infrastructure improvements with the needs of people living in affected areas.
His visit and engagement with the contractor followed feedback from residents, highlighting the role of community engagement in identifying issues that may require attention during the implementation of local projects.
However, the effectiveness of such follow-up measures will depend on the contractor’s continued attention to site conditions and the consistent implementation of appropriate safety and cleanliness practices.
Residents’ concerns over construction activities also underline the importance of maintaining accountability throughout a project’s implementation, rather than limiting attention to safety measures at the initial stages of work.
The engagement reflects an emphasis on responding to community feedback while ensuring that development activities are carried out with consideration for the people directly affected by them.
Ensuring a safe, clean and comfortable residential environment remains an important responsibility for all parties involved in local development projects. â Sarawak Daily
