Hong Kong – LCSD highly concerned about fatal work accident at North Kwai Chung Tang Shiu Kin Sports Centre
LCSD highly concerned about fatal work accident at North Kwai Chung Tang Shiu Kin Sports Centre
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The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) is highly concerned about a fatal work accident that happened at North Kwai Chung Tang Shiu Kin Sports Centre at around 11.45am today (August 7), in which a 69-year-old male maintenance worker died. The LCSD has informed the Architectural Services Department (ArchSD) and the Police immediately after the accident for assistance and investigation.
The deceased was an outsourced maintenance worker of the ArchSD. He was carrying out maintenance works of the ceiling on a hydraulic platform at the arena of North Kwai Chung Tang Shiu Kin Sports Centre today. The hydraulic platform suddenly plunged, causing him to fall onto the ground. The LCSD staff immediately called the ambulance and the worker was found unconscious by the ambulance man who arrived at the scene. He was sent to Yan Chai Hospital and was certified dead later.
The LCSD expressed sorrow on the deceased and extended the deepest condolences to his family. While the cause of the incident is under investigation, the department has immediately suspended the use of all hydraulic platforms of the same model.
MANILA – WEBWIRE – Monday, May 29, 2023
Typhoon Mawar (local name Betty) has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) today and will remain a Super Typhoon this weekend. Government forecasts possible heavy rainfall, flooding and landslides north of the Philippines. UNICEF expresses its concern for children and families who continue to pay the price for extreme weather brought about by climate change. On Wednesday, UNICEF released a report that revealed that nearly all children in the Philippines face multiple, overlapping types of climate and environmental shocks, hazards and stresses. UNICEF is committed and ready to provide support to the Philippine Government to reach the most vulnerable. UNICEF as co-leader of the WASH, education, nutrition and child protection clusters is in regular communication with partners at the national and local levels. Childrens right to survive and thrive is threatened by climate and environmental hazards and shocks, said UNICEF Representative Oyunsaikhan Dendevnorov. Every child should be given the skills to adapt. Urgent action is needed from governments, businesses and donors to invest in building climate-smart social services. No child should be displaced or struggle to survive after a typhoon. UNICEF has prepositioned emergency supplies for nearly 10,000 families to respond to affected peoples needs for safe drinking water, sanitation, hygiene, nutrition, education, and child protection. These supplies include schools-in-a-box, family hygiene and dignity kits, tents, water purification tablets, and ready-to-use therapeutic food, among others. UNICEF is ready to distribute these supplies on short notice and activate partners for immediate distribution. ##### About UNICEF UNICEF works in some of the worlds toughest places, to reach the worlds most disadvantaged children. Across more than 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, to build a better world for everyone.
EPD highly concerned about industrial accident at West Kowloon Transfer Station
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The 49-year-old injured male worker was hired by the subcontractor of the WKTS service contractor. At around 8.40am today, the worker’s hand was injured by a machine while he was working in the WKTS. He was sent to Princess Margaret Hospital for medical treatment.
The EPD immediately deployed staff to the scene and the hospital after the incident to obtain details of the accident and understand the condition of the injured. The EPD extended sympathies to the family members of the injured worker and provided them with appropriate assistance. It is noted that the WKTS contractor and subcontractor will give an ex-gratia relief payment to the injured worker.
The EPD is very concerned about the accident and has requested the contractor and subcontractor to fully co-operate with the Labour Department in its investigation. The EPD has also requested the contractor to submit an incident report for the department’s follow-up investigation.
The EPD has been closely monitoring the contractor’s operation and safety. In addition to regular inspections on the subcontractor’s operation and occupational safety, the contractor also provides training on machinery operation and safety for subcontractors.
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada is following the situation in Jerusalem closely. We call for immediate de-escalation of tensions and for all sides to avoid any unilateral actions. May 8, 2021 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada is following the situation in Jerusalem closely. We call for immediate de-escalation of tensions and for all sides to avoid any unilateral actions. “Canada is committed to the goal of a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in the Middle East, including the creation of a Palestinian state living side by side in peace and security with Israel. “As a close friend and ally of Israel, Canada is deeply concerned that recent decisions on settlements, and demolitions and evictions, including in Sheikh Jarrah, would negatively impact livelihoods and undermine the prospects for a two-state solution based on mutual respect for human rights and international law by all parties. “Canada calls for renewed commitment to peace and security and, as always, stands ready to support efforts for a two-state solution.” Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs today issued the following statement: “Canada expresses grave concerns over the targeting of ten of Hong Kong’s most prominent pro-democracy activists for participation in a peaceful assembly. “The stifling of peaceful political expression continues to encroach on fundamental rights and freedoms in Hong Kong. Democracy, freedom of speech and freedom of assembly are enshrined in the Basic Law, and are part of Beijing’s obligations to the people of Hong Kong under the UN-registered Sino-British Joint Declaration.”
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