6.3.1 Sustainable Sewage Treatment and Environmental Compliance
Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) is committed to effective and sustainable wastewater management in line with SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation.
To ensure efficient operation and compliance, UniMAP has appointed a competent external company to perform maintenance work for the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) on a 24-month contractual basis.
(Evidence 1: Wastewater Treatment UniMAP 2024, Page 1–4)
Compliance with National Environmental Regulations
This initiative ensures that all sewage treatment activities comply with the
Environmental Quality Act 1974 (Akta Kualiti Alam Sekeliling 1974) and
Environmental Quality (Sewage) Regulations 2009 [Peraturan-peraturan Kualiti Alam Sekeliling (Kumbahan) 2009)].
Scheduled Maintenance and Performance Monitoring
Maintenance is implemented periodically based on a Preventive Maintenance Plan (PPM) that includes weekly, monthly, and annual activities.
This structured schedule helps maintain system performance and ensures proper treatment of wastewater before discharge.
UniMAP also performs monthly monitoring through the Sewage Treatment System Performance Monitoring Parameter Record.
The monitoring covers chemical and physical tests to ensure the effluent meets the required discharge quality standards.
Effluent Testing and Continuous Improvement
Effluent samples are tested monthly by an accredited laboratory to verify compliance with national standards.
All Effluent Monthly Lab Test Results (2024) are documented and reviewed to maintain transparency and accountability.
Visual Documentation
To support transparency, UniMAP has compiled a picture report of the STP maintenance and monitoring activities.
This includes photographic evidence of inspection works, maintenance routines, and on-site treatment operations.
(Evidence 2: Picture Page 1–17)
Supporting Documents
Acceptance Letter (SST) – STP Maintenance Contract (Pg. 1–4, Evidence 1)
Preventive Maintenance (PPM) Schedule (Pg. 5, Evidence 1)
Summary of Chemical/Physical Tests (2024) (Pg. 6–7, Evidence 1)
Effluent Monthly Lab Test Results (2024) (Pg. 8–31, Evidence 1)
Environmental Quality Act 1974 (EQA) (Pg. 32–54, Evidence 1)
Photo Report – STP Activities (Picture Pg. 1–17, Evidence 2)
Through systematic maintenance, periodic monitoring, and adherence to environmental legislation, UniMAP demonstrates its strong commitment to reducing water pollution and ensuring safe wastewater treatment. These initiatives directly support SDG Target 6.3, which aims to improve water quality and promote sustainable management of water resources.
(More info: Evidence 1 : Wastewater treatment UniMAP 2024, Evidence 2: Wastewater Treatment Picture Evidence 2024)