Kuala Lampur, April 5 -- Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director-general Datuk Nor Hisham Mohamad has been reported as saying that gas pipeline construction follows strict pre-existing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety measures.

JBPM is also involved in the planning process before the installation of gas pipelines.

It is heartening to read SOPs and safety measures have been followed strictly. It is heartening also to read that Petronas has always placed safety first. The national oil company has indeed reaffirmed that it always adheres to stringent safety measures in line with international standards at all levels of its operations.

Little may be known, however, that there are not only SOPs but laws and regul...