APM History
Pre Independence
British Passive Defence - 1939
Civil Defense activities in Malaysia were initiated by the British Passive Defense which was formed under the Emergency Regulation Enactment Chapter 41 to take steps to face the Second World War.
Civil Defense Ordinance Enacted - 1951
The Civil Defense Ordinance 1951 was officially enacted as a law in the security system of Malaya.
Department of Civil Defense Established - 1952
The Department of Civil Defense was officially established on March 24 to implement the provisions of the Ordinance.
Post Independence
Civil Defense Ordinance 1951 Amended 1957
The Civil Defense Ordinance 1951 was changed into the Civil Defense Act 1951 (Act 221) following the country’s independence.
Civil Defense Becomes a Permanent Element - 1958
Civil Defense becomes a permanent and important element in the national defense system according to the Ninth Schedule of the Federal Constitution.
Expanded to Sabah, Sarawak and Singapore - 1964
Civil Defense expanded to Sabah, Sarawak and Singapore following the Malaysia – Indonesia confrontation (Cabinet Paper No.302/314/64)
Enhanced Strength - 1965
The number of members increased to 36,000 members with 37 branches in addition to the latest logistics equipment at the time being obtained for the entire country.
National Service Act - 1970
The conscription of members across the country was made in accordance with the provisions of the National Service Act 1952 (Act 425) following the major flood disaster that hit the country.
Amendment Act - 1972
Act 221 was amended to carry out duties and roles during peacetime by carrying out aid services in addition to the essential duties of facing war.
Change of motto - 1992
Change to a new logo with the motto “Always Ready”.
The Aftermath of the Highland Towers Tragedy - 1993
The collapse of the Highland Towers condominium in Hulu Kelang began to show the importance of Civil Defense in emergency and disaster situations.
Development Era
JPA 3 - 1994
The introduction of the short name ‘JPA3’ to the Malaysian Civil Defense Department was first used to distinguish it from the Civil Service Department (JPA) and the Civil Aviation Department (DCA).
991 Emergency Lines - 1995
The ‘991’ emergency line was launched on May 21 as a sign of JPAM’s commitment to providing 24-hour emergency assistance services.
JPA Development Plan - 1996
The JPAM 5 Year Development Plan (1996 – 2000) was designed to fully equip all logistics and infrastructure needs in the rescue operation.
Extension of Line Use 991 - 2000
All state capitals across the country and six branch offices have implemented the ‘991’ emergency line service.
Addition of Civil Defense Center in RMK7 - 2000
The Physical Project Development Plan is implemented with seven State and District Civil Defense Center projects under RMK7 including two new training center projects.
More additions to the Civil Defense Center in RMK8 - 2001
A total of seven more State and District Civil Defense Center projects were approved to be implemented in the 2008 RMK8 period, making all state capitals throughout the Peninsula have their own administrative, operational and training complexes.
Introduction of the Motto 'One Step Forward' - 2004
The slogan ‘Selangka Ke Hadapan’ was introduced as a commitment from JPAM citizens to provide the best service to the public in accordance with the increase in staffing in JPAM.
'Ready, Fast and Integrity' Slogan Introduced - 2006
Introducing the slogan “Ready, Fast and Integrity” as a catalyst to make JPAM a superior department.
Introduction of JPAM - 2008
The introduction change of the short name ‘JPA3’ to ‘JPAM’ was launched in March during the 56th Civil Defense Day celebration held in Ipoh, Perak.
999 - One Country One Number - 2008
The Malaysian government introduced the national emergency line ‘One Malaysia One Number’ ‘999’ to unify the emergency lines involved
police, hospital, fire and JPAM.
International Civil Defence Organization - 2010
7 May – The Minister of Home Affairs signed Malaysia’s Permanent Membership in the International Civil Defense Organization (ICDO) in Geneva, Switzerland 6 June – Malaysia through JPAM was officially accepted as a Permanent Member of ICDO.
JPAM introduces Ops Bantu - 2010
5 September – JPAM introduced Ops Bantu to provide assistance and emergency services to members of the public who use Federal and State Roads to return to their villages during the festive season.
JPAM's involvement in Op Lahad Datu - 2013
Beginning February 17 – JPAM’s involvement in Op Lahad Datu in providing public shelter centers and humanitarian services when facing the threat of military invasion of the Sultanate of Sulu.
Awarding of the Knight of International Order of Civil Defense medal - 2014
April 24 – Awarding of the Knight of International Order of Civil Defense medal to the Director General of Civil Defense by Dr. Vladimir Kuvshinov as ICDO Secretary General. This award is in recognition of the humanitarian aid, disaster and civil defense activities carried out by JPAM.
Asian Crisis Management Conference - 2014
1 to 2 October – Kuala Lumpur hosted for the second time the 12th Asian Crisis Management Conference (12th ACMC Kuala Lumpur 2014) as a result of the collaboration between JPAM and DBKL.
JPAM's involvement in rescue and post-flood operations 2014 - 2015
JPAM’s large-scale involvement in rescue and post-flood operations that hit the east coast states, Perak, Johor, Sabah and Sarawak.
Supervised Ministry
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Secretary of Defense – 1952
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Ministry of Internal Affairs – 1955
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Ministry of Defence – 1959
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Ministry of Local Government and Housing – 1964
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Ministry of Sabah Affairs and Civil Defense – 1965
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Ministry of Defence – 1967
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Justice Ministry – 1968
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Ministry of Internal Affairs- 1970
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Ministry of Technology, Research and Local Government – 1971
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Ministry of Local Government and Federal Territories – 1975
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Ministry of Housing and Local Government – 1978
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Ministry of Internal Affairs – 1982
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Ministry of Internal Security – 2004
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Ministry of Internal Affairs – 2008
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Prime Minister Department- 2015