Hong Kong Proposes Blanket Smoking Ban on Construction Sites
The Hong Kong government has unveiled a proposal for a blanket smoking ban on construction sites, seeking to impose substantial fines and possible jail time for workers and contractors, following commitments from contractors to implement such a ban.
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Hong Kong proposes heavy penalties for smoking on construction sites
Contractors could face fines of up to HK$400,000 (US$51,068) for failing to prevent smoking at construction sites in Hong Kong under a government proposal to improve safety following the deadly Tai Po fire last November. The proposals, outlined in a paper prepared by the Labour Bureau, aim to tighten existing workplace safety laws and impose a strict blanket smoking ban on all construction sites. Construction workers could face a HK$3,000 fine for smoking on-site, while contractors would also...
By Ng Kang-chung
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The Hong Kong government has unveiled its proposal for a blanket smoking ban on construction sites, seeking to impose hefty fines and possible jail time for workers and contractors. Smoking regulations, which are currently site-specific based on fire risk assessments, will be amended to cover all construction sites – both indoor and outdoor areas, the […]
By James Lee
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