4. Knowledge of laws having relevance

A basic knowledge of laws having relevance to the practice of Chemical, Environmental Mining and Transportation engineering, as applicable to the discipline of the practice. Basic knowledge should only cover the function and aim of the particular law that has relevance to a a Professional Engineer’s practice.

• Environmental Quality Act and regulations
• Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Act 2007 and Regulations
• Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and regulations

5. Knowledge of Contract Laws in Malaysia with respect to the Chemical, Environmental, Mining and Transportation scopes

1. Basic concept of common law as practiced in Malaysia.
   • Introduction to Contract Law;
   • Offer and Acceptance
   • Considerations
   • Intention to create a legal relationship
   • Legal capacity
   • Formalities
   • Conditions when contract is void and voidable.
   • Conditions when contract is unenforceable
   • Privity of Contract
2. Various types of construction contracts:
   • Direct contract
   • Nominated sub contract
   • Direct sub contract
   • Turnkey contract for design and build
3. Issues relating to construction contracts
   • Functions of Memorandum of Understanding, Letter of Intent, Letter of Acceptance etc.
   • Remedies for breach of contract
   • Dispute resolution and arbitration

6. Management of Engineering Consultancy Practice

1. Good governance practice in accordance with the Companies Act and Regulations.
2. Awareness of the implications of the penalties involved for violation of the intellectual property.
3. Methods of charging professional fees and reimbursable item to the client for services rendered.I
4. Basic knowledge of local labour laws.