SWCorp Installs CCTV To Combat Illegal Waste Disposal In Melaka

MELAKA, July 20 (Bernama) -- The Melaka Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp) is stepping up efforts to combat illegal waste dumping by installing closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras to monitor the situation and facilitate legal action. 

Its director, Nor Zaki Md Nor, said four out of 12 recurring illegal dumping hotspots in the state, Telok Mas, Alor Gajah, Batu Berendam, and Jasin, have so far been equipped with mobile CCTV units.

He told reporters in Kampung Pengkalan Rama Tengah today that the initiative, which began this year, will be expanded to other identified locations in stages.

“The installation of CCTV is a new approach we’re implementing to curb illegal dumping by identifying offenders and facilitating legal action.

“So far, we’ve seen promising results, with a 60 to 70 percent reduction at these sites, eventually leading to the closure of several hotspots,” he said after the Gotong-Royong Cuci Duyong programme.

The programme was held in conjunction with the Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat (WRUR) initiative for the Duyong state constituency, officiated by Duyong assemblyman Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem.

Nor Zaki noted that most of the illegal dumping sites were used for the disposal of solid waste from the construction, commercial, industrial and institutional sectors, involving unlicensed cleaning operators.

He added that last year, one case involving illegal dumping was successfully brought to court, resulting in a RM20,000 fine.

Separately, he said the Clean City Campaign is currently in progress, focusing on cleaning up towns and urban centres in conjunction with the WRUR programme.

“The campaign involves thorough cleaning efforts, regardless of whether the area falls under our service jurisdiction or not,” he said.

Meanwhile, Mohd Noor Helmy said the Gotong-Royong Cuci Duyong programme saw the participation of 180 individuals, including SWCorp staff, members of the Malaysian Volunteer Department (RELA), and residents.

He added that Kampung Pengkalan Rama Tengah was selected for the gotong-royong initiative to address cleanliness issues in areas not covered by the Historical Melaka City Council or SWCorp. 

-- BERNAMA