An MPKj councillor, Billy Sun, has announced the demolition of three concrete service ramps along Jalan 5/1a in Taman Industri Selesa Jaya, Balakong, due to frequent flooding during downpours. The ramps, which were built at commercial lots to facilitate the movement of lorries and trucks, were blocking drains in the area. This prompted various stakeholders to reach out to Sun for help in addressing the flooding issue. However, the absence of manholes in the area made it difficult to maintain proper drainage.
To avoid potential complications in the demolition process, Sun sought assistance from the Taman Industri Selesa Jaya Manufacturers and Traders Association and KDEB Waste Management Sdn Bhd (KDEB). He believed that if the Kajang Municipal Council (MPKj) had to handle the demolition, it would impose penalties that would burden the factory owners. The association played a key role in spearheading the demolition project, which involved the use of a hydraulic jackhammer tractor. MPKj Health Department officers were present to oversee the process.
During the demolition, it was discovered that the drain was clogged with rubbish and PVC plastics. Sun advised factory owners to consider constructing ramps with service manholes in the future to avoid similar issues. Hariz Rosli, the operation supervisor at KDEB, who is responsible for the area, mentioned that attempts had been made to address drainage blockages, including the use of high-pressure water jets. He noted that many factories in the area had concrete ramps without manholes, hindering access to the drains. Hariz emphasized the importance of communication between factory owners and the local authority to resolve such problems. He also highlighted the need to prevent hindrances in the cleaning process caused by blocked pipes in the drains.
Balakong assemblyman Wayne Ong was also present during the press conference announcing the demolition of the ramps. It is clear that the decision to remove the ramps was made due to the frequent flooding and the inability to conduct proper drainage maintenance in the affected area. The involvement of various stakeholders, including the association and KDEB, helped facilitate the successful demolition of the ramps. Moving forward, it is essential for factory owners to consider the inclusion of service manholes in their ramp designs to ensure efficient drainage and prevent further issues. Clear communication between factory owners and the local authority is crucial in resolving such drainage problems in industrial areas.
Credit: The Star : Metro Feed
