MELAKA, May 19 — The requirement to install closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems as a key condition for care centres and shelters remains one of the most effective safeguards against bullying, while also ensuring more effective monitoring of residents.
Women, Family, and Community Development Deputy Minister Lim Hui Ying said the use of CCTV is not only intended to monitor conditions at the premises, but also serves as a preventive measure, as both residents and staff are aware that their movements are under surveillance.
In addition to CCTV installation, staff at care centres and shelters must also constantly monitor and conduct regular patrols to reduce the risk of bullying incidents.
“Most importantly, if there are victims of bullying, they must come forward to lodge complaints with staff or members of the shelter so that immediate action can be taken.
“If we receive reports, we will ensure that monitoring is conducted properly and comprehensively,” she told the media after visiting Rumah Kasih Tun Abdul Aziz in Durian Daun today, in conjunction with her two-day working visit to Melaka.
Commenting on the issue of unregistered childcare centres (TASKA), Lim said it is compulsory for all such centres to be registered to ensure compliance with established guidelines and conditions.
The ministry continuously conducts advocacy and outreach to engage unregistered TASKA operators and encourage them to register and obtain official approval.
“We will approach these operators and urge them to register and comply with the ministry’s requirements and guidelines.
“However, if they still refuse to do so, we have the authority to carry out monitoring and shut down unregistered TASKA after due verification,” she said.
Lim added that regularisation efforts are carried out at least twice a year to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
