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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.