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Statutory foundation

Geologists Act 2008 [Act 689]

The principal legislation establishing the Board and regulating the registration of geologists and geological practice in Malaysia.

Laws of Malaysia

Regulation of the geology profession

The Act establishes the Board of Geologists and provides for the registration of geologists, regulation of geological practice and related matters.

1989Formulation of the Act began.
1998The final draft was completed.
3 October 2007The Act was approved by Cabinet.
27 August 2008The Act was gazetted.

Regulate the profession

Provide the statutory framework for registration and professional geological practice.

Strengthen professionalism

Promote competent, ethical and responsible professional conduct.

Quality of services

Support reliable geological services, studies and professional reporting.

Establish the Board

Provide for the establishment, functions and regulatory responsibilities of the Board of Geologists Malaysia.

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