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He added that factory inspectors have been told to keep a close watch on the industrial safety situation in work sites, especially those with unsatisfactory safety records.
"They would not tolerate building contractors who fail to provide safety measures as this may result in serious or fatal accidents," said Mr Mak.
He also urged construction workers to be more mindful of the hazards and dangers at work.
"To protect their own lives, all employees should fully co-operate with their employers by taking safety measures as required by law," Mr Mak added.
He said that all workers engaged in industrial work activities, especially construction workers, should make use of the 24-hour industrial safety hotline 2815 0678 when they encounter any dangerous situation or unsafe practice.
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Red light camera proves effective
There has been a sharp drop in the number of motorists jumping red lights following the installation of red light cameras in different parts of Hong Kong. This was disclosed at the Road Safety Council meeting held at Police Headquarters yesterday (31 July).
According to site survey, an average of 43 per cent drop was recorded at those sites equipped with red light cameras.
The meeting, chaired by the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), Mr Peter Wong Tsan-kwong, was informed that there were plans to install nine additional red light cameras, bringing the total number of red light camera throughout the territory to 28 by September this year.
"This is a very encouraging enforcement action," a spokesman for the Council remarked.
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