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Visitors to the exhibition will be able to get a better idea of sewage collection and the operation of a typical sewage screening plant. They will also have a chance of winning souvenirs by taking part in a stall game at the exhibition.
The exhibition will start from 10 am to 7 pm. It will also be mounted at the following dates and venues:
Venue
Cityplaza
Dragon Centre
Metroplaza
Telford Gardens
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Date
September 16 and 17
September 23 and 24 September 30 and October 1 October 5 and 6
Demolition contractors sued for Hotel Fortuna collapse
The Buildings Department has prosecuted eight persons, including building professionals, and two companies for offences under the Buildings Ordinance as a result of the collapse of part of the Hotel Fortuna Building in Yau Ma Tei on September 9 last year.
In the incident, six persons were killed and one was injured.
Assistant Director of Buildings, Mr Cheng Wei-dart, said today (Friday) that the defendants are alleged to have permitted the carrying out of demolition works in a manner that had caused injuries to persons. One of them, a registered contractor, is also alleged to have failed to take precautionary measures to ensure safety.
"Demolition is a dangerous operation. All safety rules and procedures must be followed by all parties concerned," Mr Cheng emphasised.
The 10 defendants are authorised person, Arthur Kwok Chi-shun; project architect, Paul Yew Tak-yun; main contractor, Helfer Construction Co Ltd; Director and the main contractor, Chuk Kin-yuen; resident engineer, Lau Chi-sing; competent foreman, Loh Kim-yen; experienced person, Wong Chi-cheong; sub-contractor, Leung Shun Construction Co Ltd; Director and sub-subcontractor, Wong Cheung; and site supervisor, Wong Kin-ting.
Hearing of the case will take place in the South Kowloon Magistracy on October 5 and 12.
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