Sana'a: The Blacklist Committee, chaired by Minister of Transport and Public Works Mohammed Quhaim, convened to address critical issues concerning construction practices and the performance of contracting firms. The meeting focused on strengthening regulatory oversight and ensuring compliance within the construction sector.
According to Yemen News Agency, the session reviewed the Prime Minister's circular on implementing the Blacklist Regulations, alongside Republican Decree No. (27) of 1446 AH. This decree outlines the Ministry of Transport and Public Works' objectives and responsibilities, specifically referencing Article (3), Clause (9) related to the Blacklist Committee.
The committee dealt with complaints regarding the inclusion of violating contracting offices and institutions on the Blacklist and took appropriate action on these matters. To enhance quality control, the committee approved the formation of sub-committees tasked with reviewing technical specifications for towers in the Capital Sana'a. These committees will also prepare comprehensive forms for all technical aspects, focusing on concrete control work, in coordination with the Ministry's central laboratories and offices.
The importance of quarterly meetings was emphasized to discuss Blacklist-related developments and propose necessary amendments to the current bylaw. A significant circular was also approved, prohibiting public works offices from issuing any licenses unless certified by classification, aiming to prevent unclassified entities from undertaking construction projects.
Minister Quhaim underscored the crucial need to activate the Blacklist Committee's role in regulating and supervising all general contracting offices, institutions, and companies. He stressed the importance of timely monitoring to prevent problems and shortcomings in construction and building work, especially concerning tower projects.
The Minister highlighted the necessity of strict adherence to the Building Law and all governing regulations, including the Blacklist. He called for supporting workers in the contracting and supply sector to improve overall performance. Quhaim indicated that oversight must extend to all work carried out by various government agencies, ensuring continuous monitoring of contracting offices' and institutions' compliance with laws, firmly stating that violators would be placed on the blacklist.
He emphasized that no unauthorized individuals would be allowed to violate regulations or compromise citizens' lives, urging committee members to propose any necessary amendments or additions to the regulations to align with current requirements.