Hong Kong authorities will expedite updates to safety guidelines for elevated work platforms and launch a large-scale inspection campaign after three workers died in accidents involving work at height or lifting devices.
Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han on Saturday expressed grave concern over the string of industrial fatalities, vowing that the government would take follow-up action.
“We will expedite updates for the guidelines for elevated work platforms, such as highlighting...
Hong Kong to fast-track safety guideline updates after 3 construction site deaths
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Source: scmp.com

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