Construction Magazine September 2014 | Page 295

australia deposit money in a bank that they haven ’ t heard of , has a limited track record , but promises a good return ? No , they will go to a bank that gives certainty at a competitive price .”
Playing it Safe For M + W , physical safety for its employees is just as important as investment safety for its customers .
“ Safety is a core value and we are committed to an injury free work place where everybody goes home safe ,” Kimber said . “ There is no compromise and work will stop even if this means program delays . We set working conditions to ensure that our work practices and procedures meet or exceed all applicable legislations related to health , safety , and the environment .”
M + W also expects trade partners to actively contribute to the implementation of its Environmental Health and Safety ( EHS ) policy . In Malaysia , the policy has continuously developed using M + W ’ s global and regional EHS requirements and practices as a basis , while also taking into account particular EHS considerations for working in Malaysia . To accomplish this , M + W has worked alongside the Malaysian Ministry of Human Resources regulations .
Not surprisingly , these practices are working and it ’ s not going unnoticed . M + W in Malaysia received the Gold Star for Occupational Safety and Health ( OSH ) for construction in 2011 , 2012 and 2013 . M + W are targeting OSH platinum award for 2014 , the highest possible award for OSH .
Looking Ahead Looking ahead toward the future , M + W is optimistic , but understands it faces certain challenges , such as a shortage of skilled laborers in the state of Johor .
“ Based on experience and lessons learned , we have told our clients and potential clients that worker retention is and will continue to be a challenge — especially with the proximity of Singapore , which offers higher salaries and lower taxes ,” Kimber explained . “ This is also
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