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S for W urged safety culture for construction industry
The Secretary for Works, Mr Kwong Hon-sang, today (Tuesday) urged all parties concerned to strive to achieve a safety culture throughout the construction industry.
He made the remarks when speaking at the Construction Industry Safety and Health Conference '96 jointly organised by the Works Branch, the Occupational Safety and Health Council and the Hong Kong Construction Association.
He said the Government, as the largest employer in the construction industry, was very concerned about workers' safety and health.
"I am sure we all agree that safety and health is an obligation and a duty for all of us in the industry.
"We have been trying hard to bring about improvements, and we have achieved a great deal on Government projects.
"But, there is no room for complacency and we need to do more," said Mr Kwong, adding that he was pleased to note the conference provided a useful forum for people involved in public works to review the works and contributions of various parties in improving construction site safety and to share their experience.
At the Conference, the participants also discussed ways to improve results of safety efforts and the role of the parties involved in achieving these improvements.
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