CAS Cadet Corps Holds 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade

Civil Aid Service Cadet Corps holds 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade

The Civil Aid Service (CAS) Cadet Corps held the 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade at the CAS Headquarters today (March 28). Nearly 200 new cadets participated in the parade. The parade was reviewed by the Deputy Director of Fire Services (Public Safety and Corporate Strategy), Mr Wong Ka-wing.

Speaking at the parade, Mr Wong congratulated all the new cadets on completing their training. He said that the CAS has always encouraged its members to take part in wholesome activities and training programmes. These programmes not only equip cadets with practical skills and leadership abilities, but also build their confidence and sense of responsibility, while fostering teamwork and a commitment to serving the community. He emphasised that these skills and abilities will serve as a solid foundation for cadets in facing future challenges in their studies, careers or daily life, helping them move steadily forward on their future path.

Mr Wong said the Fire Services Department (FSD) and the CAS have been working closely for many years. On November 4 last year, an elderly person became lost in Pak Fa Lam, Fei Ngo Shan. Upon receiving the report, the FSD immediately dispatched the Mountain Search and Rescue Support Team, utilising drones, search and rescue dogs, and rescue personnel for visual analysis to help narrow down the search area. The CAS also sent a search and rescue team to support the operation. With these concerted efforts, the missing person was successfully rescued within a short period of time.

Mr Wong said he also hoped that the new cadets would apply what they have learned in the form of practical services in areas such as community safety promotion, first aid and disaster prevention education, and hill fire safety and environmental conservation, to continue to serve the community and protect citizens.

The CAS Cadet Corps has been committed to promoting diverse activities, including coastal clean-ups, tree planting, and various Mainland and overseas exchange programmes. These initiatives aim to broaden cadets' horizons and nurture them to become the next generation of patriots with a global perspective. Through these trainings and experiences, the Cadet Corps cultivates cadets to become confident, self-disciplined, and effective communicators in society.

Recruitment of CAS cadets is open for application throughout the year. Recruitment details and application forms are available on the CAS website (www.cas.gov.hk/eng/org/cadet_corps.html).

The Civil Aid Service (CAS) Cadet Corps held the 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade at the CAS Headquarters today (March 28). Photo shows the Deputy Director of Fire Services (Public Safety and Corporate Strategy), Mr Wong Ka-wing (first row, fifth left), with other attending guests and new cadets. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Civil Aid Service (CAS) Cadet Corps held the 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade at the CAS Headquarters today (March 28). Photo shows the CAS Cadet Corps Bicycle Demonstration Team performing. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Civil Aid Service (CAS) Cadet Corps held the 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade at the CAS Headquarters today (March 28). Photo shows the Cadet Corps Guard of Honour performing a flag-raising ceremony. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

The Civil Aid Service (CAS) Cadet Corps held the 153rd New Cadets Passing-out Parade at the CAS Headquarters today (March 28). Photo shows the Deputy Director of Fire Services (Public Safety and Corporate Strategy), Mr Wong Ka-wing, delivering a speech at the parade. Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Employers, contractors and employees should be aware of electrical safety at work during rainstorms

As the rainstorm warning has been issued by the Hong Kong Observatory, the Labour Department (LD) reminds employers and contractors that they should adopt necessary work arrangements and take suitable safety measures to protect the safety of their employees when they are carrying out electrical work or handling electrical plant.

A spokesman for the LD said today (March 30) that employers and contractors should avoid assigning employees to carry out electrical work (such as electric arc welding work) or handle electrical plant at places affected by rainstorms, and should refer to the "Code of Practice in Times of Adverse Weather and 'Extreme Conditions'" and the "Guide on Safety at Work in times of Inclement Weather" issued by the LD.

Even if electrical work is carried out or electrical plant is handled at places not affected by a rainstorm, suitable safety measures must still be adopted to prevent an electric shock as the air would be more humid. Such measures include:

(i) Ensure that all live parts of an electrical installation are isolated from the power supply source and rendered dead, and the isolation from the power supply source must be maintained as long as electrical work is being carried out;

(ii) Before carrying out any electrical work or handling any electrical plant, cut off and lock out the power supply source, then test the circuit concerned to confirm that it is dead and display suitable warning notices, and issue a work permit thereafter;

(iii) Ensure that protective devices (such as suitable and adequate fuses and circuit breakers) for the electrical installations or electrical plant have been installed and maintained in good working order, and portable electric tools must be double-insulated or properly earthed;

(iv) Provide suitable personal protective equipment such as insulating gloves and insulating mats for employees; and

(v) If live electrical work is unavoidable, a comprehensive risk assessment should be conducted by a competent person and the appropriate safety precautions should be taken to remove or properly control the electrical hazards involved before such work can proceed.

In addition, employees should co-operate with the employer or contractor to follow the safety instructions and use the safety equipment provided.

The LD has published guidebooks and leaflets on electrical work safety. These safety publications are available free from divisional offices of the department or can be downloaded from its website (www.labour.gov.hk/eng/public/content2_8.htm).

Should there be any questions about occupational safety and health matters, please contact the Occupational Safety Officer of the LD at 2559 2297.

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