by Siti Rohaizah Zainal
GOMBAK, Nov 19 — State-level Boat Handling and Water Confidence Training simulation helps improve the skill levels of rescuers.
Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) deputy director (corporate and strategic management) Azfarizal Abdul Rashid said the programme that took place at Batu Dam, Sungai Tua here, yesterday became a field for participants from various agencies to share knowledge.
” This programme is the second training series this month because MBSJ already held its own training earlier last November.
“MBSJ is always ready to deal with any possibility of further flooding in December 2021 by upgrading drainage and cleaning equipment in 25 areas at risk of flooding,”
Earlier, a total of 138 participants from various agencies took part in the simulation, including district and land offices, local authorities, the Selangor Civil Defense Force, the Selangor Police Contingent and the 11th Malaysian Infantry Brigade.
The ceremony which was officiated by state executive councillor for disaster management Mohd Najwan Halimi, state executive councillor for community welfare Anfaal Saari was also present at the event.
Gombak assistant district officer Muhamad Amin Azam said the goal of this programme was to coordinate actions between agencies to deal with the Northeast Monsoon.
“Among the contents of this programme were operating a boat, how to use the government’s integrated radio network (GIRN) and basic courses related to rescuing victims.
“Through this program, all agencies alike learn through joint response in the event of a flood incident like before,” he said.
Meanwhile, Selangor Volunteer Corps (Serve) member, Muhammad Hafizi Mat Jalani said he will take advantage of the knowledge he received in this programme by sharing it with fellow volunteers.
“Serve always attends training or courses by collaborating with the state and the fire and Rescue Department in preparation for rescue operations.
“Anyone interested in joining Serve can visit the Selangor State social media pages for more information,” he said.
