Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the state's Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) must finish its investigation into the deadly Paya Terubong landslide first, Malay Mail reported on Saturday (November 7).
Possible commission of inquiry
According to the photo caption, the Penang state government will decide whether to set up a State Commission of Inquiry (SCI) into the landslide at Taman Seri Rambai in Paya Terubong once the DOSH probe is completed. That means the decision on a wider inquiry has been deferred until the first investigation reports its findings.
Background
The landslide on October 25 killed a 73-year-old doctor, Dr Wong Kar Lin, while his wife and mother-in-law escaped. On Wednesday, DOSH said it would probe the cause and the developer was told to submit documents. The excerpts reviewed do not say when the DOSH investigation is expected to conclude.
Why it matters
Hillside development safety is a recurring concern in Penang, and a commission of inquiry would have broader powers to examine planning approvals and enforcement. Residents of hilly areas are advised to follow warnings from the authorities and report any signs of ground movement.
Further updates are likely to come from the Penang government and DOSH once the investigation is complete.
Sources: Malay Mail - After deadly Paya Terubong landslide, Chow says DOSH must finish probe first | Malay Mail - Penang DOSH to probe cause of fatal Paya Terubong landslide
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