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Expansion works of Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter proposed

     The Government proposes to carry out expansion works for the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter within an area of approximately 15.7 hectares of the foreshore and seabed at Aberdeen Channel to the south of Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter. The extent of the area of foreshore and seabed affected is described in a notice gazetted today (June 13).
      
     The proposed works will create additional sheltered space to address the strong regional demand in Hong Kong Island South, particularly for pleasure vessels. The proposed works will include the construction of two new breakwaters and the provision of public landing facilities at the proposed eastern breakwater, construction of a pedestrian walkway to connect the proposed eastern breakwater to Ocean Drive and an associated vessel impact protection system, demolition of part of the existing breakwater at the eastern side of Ap Lei Chau, and construction of a wave wall in the form of a floating breakwater. The proposed works are tentatively scheduled to commence in 2026 for completion in 2030. At the same time, the Government would also like to seize the opportunity of the expansion of the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter to utilise part of the expanded waterbody for the market to develop a marina and promote yacht tourism.
      
     The notice and its related plan are posted near the site. The plan is also available for inspection at:
* Survey and Mapping Office of the Lands Department (6/F, North Point Government Offices, 333 Java Road, North Point, Hong Kong) (where copies can be purchased on order);
* Southern Home Affairs Enquiry Centre of the Southern District Office (G/F, Ocean Court, 3 Aberdeen Praya Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong); and
* Lands Department’s website (www.landsd.gov.hk) under Government Notices.

     Enquiries regarding the proposed works can be addressed to the Special Duties (Works) Division, the Civil Engineering and Development Department as stated in the notice.
      
     Any person who considers that he has an interest, right or easement in or over the foreshore and seabed involved may submit a written objection to the Director of Lands, 20/F, North Point Government Offices, 333 Java Road, North Point, Hong Kong, within two months from the gazette date, i.e. on or before August 13. The objector shall describe in the notice of objection his interest, right or easement, and the manner in which he will be allegedly affected. read more

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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 second half of 2025. 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:
 

  1. Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance and Regulations
  2. Gas Poisoning in Manholes
  3. Confined Spaces Regulations
  4. Major Safety Regulations Related to Working in Catering Trade
  5. Dangerous Substances Regulations
  6. Safety Management Regulation
  7. Safety Regulations on Manual Handling Operations
  8. Regulations Related to Safety in Hotel Industry
  9. Safety Regulations on Working in Times of Inclement Weather and Hot Environment
  10. Major Safety Regulations Related to Accident Prevention in Office and Storage Work
  11. A Brief Introduction to the Regulation on Display Screen Equipment
  12. Air Monitoring and Ventilation Systems in the Workplaces
  13. Lighting Assessment in the Workplaces
  14. Guidance Notes on Standing at Work
  15. A Brief Introduction to Noise at Work Regulation
  16. More Exercise, Smart Work
  17. Strategies for the Prevention of Occupational Diseases
  18. Occupational Health in Catering Industry
  19. Chemicals and Occupational Health
  20. Medical Examinations for Workers Engaged in Hazardous Occupations in Industrial Undertakings
  21. Manual Handling Operations and Prevention of Back Injuries
  22. Occupational Health for Security Guards
  23. Chemicals and Occupational Health in Hotel Industry
  24. Prevention of Heat Stroke at Work in a Hot Environment
  25. Occupational Health for Office Workers
  26. Health Hints on the Use of Computer
  27. Prevention of Upper and Lower Limb Disorders
  28. Noise Hazards and Prevention of Hearing Loss
  29. Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders for Office Workers
  30. Occupational Health for Cleansing Workers
  31. Occupational Contact Dermatitis
  32. Manual Handling Operations and Prevention of Back Injuries for Workers of Residential Care Home
  33. Occupational Health for Professional Drivers
  34. Work and Common Gastrointestinal Diseases
  35. Occupational Stress
  36. Happy Workplace
  37. Work and Healthy Lifestyle
  38. Work and Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension
  39. First Aid in the Workplaces
  40. Work and Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases
  41. 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. read more

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Proposed road works for expansion of Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter gazetted

     The Government gazetted today (June 13) the proposed road works for the expansion of the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter to provide two open spaces at the existing breakwater connecting Shum Wan Road and at a proposed breakwater in Tai Shue Wan respectively, and a pedestrian walkway to link Ocean Drive and the open space at the proposed breakwater in Tai Shue Wan.

     Details of the proposal are set out in the Annex. The plans and scheme of the works are available for public inspection at the following government offices during office hours:

Central and Western Home Affairs Enquiry Centre,
G/F, Harbour Building,
38 Pier Road, Central, Hong Kong

Southern Home Affairs Enquiry Centre,
G/F, Ocean Court,
3 Aberdeen Praya Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong

District Lands Office, Hong Kong West and South,
20/F, Southorn Centre,
130 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

     The gazette notice, scheme, plan and location plan are available at www.tlb.gov.hk/eng/publications/transport/gazette/gazette.html.

     Any person who wishes to object to the works or the use, or both, is required to address to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics an objection in writing, which can be submitted via the following means:
 

  • By post or by hand to the Transport and Logistics Bureau’s Drop-in Box No. 6 located at the entrance on 2/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong. The box is available for use between 8am and 7pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays);
  • By fax to 2868 4643; or
  • By email to gazettetlb@tlb.gov.hk.
     
     A notice of objection should describe the objector’s interest and the manner in which he or she alleges that he or she will be affected by the works or the use. Objectors are requested to provide contact details to facilitate communication. A notice of objection should be delivered to the Secretary for Transport and Logistics not later than August 12, 2025. read more

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