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Industry Info
BuildSG is a national movement that encapsulates the spirit of collaboration in the transformation of the built environment sector. It underscores the collaboration among the government, unions, trade associations and chambers, industry and institutes of higher learning, all working collectively to realise an advanced and integrated built environment sector with progressive and collaborative firms well-poised for both local and global business opportunities, and providing good jobs for Singaporeans.
Regulatory Info
Find out more about the regulations pertaining to Singapore’s built environment.
Procurement
Find out more about the procurement frameworks and conditions of contract for public sector construction-related works.
Public
Find out more about the different aspects of the built environment and how you can play a part in our mission to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment for everyone.

Public Shelters

Public shelters refer to shelters that have been constructed based on specifications issued by the SCDF, and where the public may take refuge during an emergency.

Locations

Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) stations
HDB buildings
Schools
Community centres
Other suitable public areas

Governing bodies

Provision of shelters is regulated under the Civil Defence Shelter Act. As the technical authority, BCA vets and issues notices of approval of shelter plans and conducts regulatory inspection and commissioning of shelters.

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CWRS

The Construction Workforce Registration System (CWRS) is an online portal for CoreTrade and Multi-skilling registration and the renewal of Direct R1 eligibility.

Overseas Testing Management System

OTMS allows you to register the workers for Identity Verification and to check your registration status online.

Lifts and Escalators Application (LEAP) Portal

Lift and escalator owners, contractors and Specialist Professional Engineers (SPEs) can apply for and view applications for Permit to Operate (PTO) here.