04/09/2026
Penang, 4 September 2026: The Malaysian Timber Council (MTC), in collaboration with the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), successfully concluded the Penang session of the MTC Occupational Safety and Health Coordinator (OSH-C) Training Programme, held from 1 to 3 September 2026 at Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai. The three-day programme brought together 22 participants from 18 timber companies, equipping them with greater understanding of occupational safety and health requirements, statutory obligations and practical approaches to improving workplace safety within timber manufacturing and processing operations.
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive the official NIOSH OSH-C e-Certificate and be registered in the MyKKP system as qualified OSH Coordinators. Participating companies will also receive a complimentary Workplace Improvement Needs Analysis (WINA) by NIOSH to help identify further opportunities to strengthen workplace safety and health practices. The session also received encouraging industry support, with Penang Furniture and Timber Industry Association (PFTIA) President YBhg. Dato’ Ooi Teng Hai, Deputy President Ms Ooi Siew Ting and Secretary General Mr Chuah Hang Chew visiting the training in support of MTC’s efforts to promote a stronger safety culture across the timber industry.
The Penang session marks the successful completion of the first three sessions of the programme, following earlier sessions in Muar and Kuala Lumpur. The remaining sessions will be held in Batu Pahat and Kuala Terengganu. MTC extends its appreciation to NIOSH, trainer Mr Zulkepli bin Ibrahim, PFTIA and all participating companies for their continued support and commitment towards building safer, healthier and more resilient workplaces across Malaysia’s timber industry.
