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are unclear. The inspectors' report will be submitted to
office shortly and it is likely that an
the Coroner's
inquest will be held.
The neutralising tank involved in the incident is
believed to be the only one of its kind in Hong Kong. The
opening of the tank was already well protected by a raised
wall, railings and toe-boards of adequate height and
complied with the requirements of Regulation 24 of the
Factories and
Industrial Undertakings Regulations.
However, the gas company, on the advice of the inspectors,
has now sealed
sealed off the opening with wooden planks. The
company has also been advised to place additional emphasis
on safety in its in-house training courses. If an inquest
is held, any safety recommendations which the Coroner may
make will be energetically followed up.