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Special campaign to inspect construction sites
The Labour Department will launch a special two-phase campaign to inspect construction sites in the territory especially those with poor safety records.
The first phase will start on March 13 (Monday) and the second phase, in August. Each phase will last about three months.
Deputy Chief Factory Inspector Mr Kan Hon-sang said today (Saturday) that the campaign was aimed at combating construction site accidents and reminding both the management and the workers of the importance of site safety.
"From experience, launching a special campaign in addition to day-to-day routine inspections before the advent of the rainy season is effective in enhancing construction site safety," he added.
A special task force comprising experienced factory inspectors has been assigned for the campaign.
The team will be paying particular attention to high risk activities such as working at height, in confined space or with heavy machinery equipment on construction sites with poor accident or prosecution records.
The use of suspended working platforms, lifting appliances, lifting gears and personal protective equipment such as safety belts and safety helmets will also be checked.
"Unscrupulous contractors and workers who choose to ignore construction site safety will be prosecuted without warning," Mr Kan warned.
End/Saturday, March 11, 1995
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