Singapore legislation

Section 11

of Construction Industry Development Board Act

Section 11

Functions of Board

(1)

The functions of the Board are —

(a)

to promote the development, improvement and expansion of the construction industry;

(b)

to facilitate and assist in the mechanisation of the construction industry;

(c)

to advise and make recommendations to the Government on matters affecting or connected with the construction industry;

(d)

to promote proper standards and efficiency in the construction industry by encouraging the standardisation and improvement of construction techniques and materials;

(e)

to provide consultancy and advisory services with respect to construction works;

(f)

to keep under review the training requirements of the construction industry and assist in providing training facilities;

(g)

to promote the advancement of the skills and expertise of persons engaged in the construction industry; and

(h)

to promote or undertake research into any matter relating to the construction industry.

(2)

The Minister may, after consultation with the Board or otherwise, give such directions, not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, as to the performance of its functions and the exercise of its powers and the Board shall give effect to any such directions.

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