Director of Fire Services deeply grieved by death of fireman
The Director of Fire Services, Mr Andy Yeung, expressed profound sadness at the passing of a fireman, Mr Ho Wai-ho, who passed away after sustaining injuries in a No. 5 alarm fire today (November 26).
Mr Ho, aged 37, was attached to the Sha Tin Fire Station. He was found collapsed at the scene of the No. 5 alarm fire at Wang Fuk Court, Tai Po this afternoon. He was rushed to Prince of Wales Hospital and passed away at 4.41pm.
"Having been a member of the Fire Services Department for about nine years, Mr Ho's performance was valiant. I am profoundly grieved at the loss of this dedicated and gallant fireman. All of our colleagues are deeply saddened by the loss of such a devoted comrade. On behalf of all our colleagues, I have offered the deepest condolences to his family," Mr Yeung said.
"Our Welfare Officer and Psychological Services Unit are closely liaising with Mr Ho's family and will render our utmost assistance to help them through this sad and difficult time."
Occupational safety and health courses open for applications
The Kwun Tong Occupational Safety and Health Centre of the Labour Department (LD) will launch a wide range of occupational safety and health courses in the first half of 2026. The courses aim at enhancing the working population's understanding of the occupational safety regulations and their awareness of occupational health.
The courses cover a wide range of topics, including:
Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance and Regulations
Gas Poisoning in Manholes
Confined Spaces Regulations
Major Safety Regulations Related to Working in Catering Trade
Dangerous Substances Regulations
Safety Management Regulation
Safety Regulations on Manual Handling Operations
Regulations Related to Safety in Hotel Industry
Safety Regulations on Working in Times of Inclement Weather and Hot Environment
Major Safety Regulations Related to Accident Prevention in Office and Storage Work
A Brief Introduction to the Regulation on Display Screen Equipment
Air Monitoring and Ventilation Systems in the Workplaces
Lighting Assessment in the Workplaces
More Exercise, Smart Work
Strategies for the Prevention of Occupational Diseases
Occupational Health in Catering Industry
Chemicals and Occupational Health
Medical Examinations for Workers Engaged in Hazardous Occupations in Industrial Undertakings
Manual Handling Operations and Prevention of Back Injuries
Occupational Health for Security Guards
Chemicals and Occupational Health in Hotel Industry
Prevention of Heat Stroke at Work in a Hot Environment
Occupational Health for Office Workers
Health Hints on the Use ofComputer
Prevention of Upper and Lower Limb Disorders
Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders for Office Workers
Occupational Health for Cleansing Workers
Occupational Contact Dermatitis
Manual Handling Operations and Prevention of Back Injuries for Workers of Residential Care Home
Occupational Health for Professional Drivers
Work and Common Gastrointestinal Diseases
Occupational Stress
Happy Workplace
Work and Healthy Lifestyle
Work and Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension
First Aid in the Workplaces
Work and Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases
Easy Tips for Healthy Eating at Work
The courses will be conducted in Cantonese at the LD's Occupational Safety and Health Centre, G/F, Kwun Tong Community Health Centre Building, 60 Hip Wo Street, Kwun Tong. Enrolment is free.
Members of the public can apply via the online platform www.oshsreg.gov.hk/en or by fax. Please visit the LD's website (www.labour.gov.hk/eng/osh/content6.htm) for more details and call 2361 8240 for enquiries.
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