[Hong Kong] Government to finalise heat-stress warning system optimisation by month-end

In Hong Kong, the government has stated that it aims to complete the optimisation of the Heat Stress at Work Warning System by the end of this month, with a view to implementing it as soon as possible, The Standard reports.

On August 18, Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han announced that the system, introduced around three years ago in response to climate change, has undergone continuous refinements, including improvements to its monitoring stations and trigger mechanism. 

The secretary reportedly confirmed that experts from the Labour Department and Hong Kong Observatory are currently reviewing potential enhancements, including system parameters and the threshold for upgrading warnings. 

He said authorities aim to announce the optimisation plan by the end of August to ensure it is better tailored to the city’s needs. Adding that thorough preparations and expert consultations are underway to ensure a smooth transition. 

According to the secretary, the primary focus is to leverage worldwide operational experience to help workers effectively cope with climate challenges.

Source: The Standard

In Hong Kong, the government has stated that it aims to complete the optimisation of the Heat Stress at Work Warning System by the end of this month, with a view to implementing it as soon as possible, The Standard reports.

On August 18, Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han announced that the system, introduced around three years ago in response to climate change, has undergone continuous refinements, including improvements to its monitoring stations and trigger mechanism. 

The secretary reportedly confirmed that experts from the Labour Department and Hong Kong Observatory are currently reviewing potential enhancements, including system parameters and the threshold for upgrading warnings. 

He said authorities aim to announce the optimisation plan by the end of August to ensure it is better tailored to the city’s needs. Adding that thorough preparations and expert consultations are underway to ensure a smooth transition. 

According to the secretary, the primary focus is to leverage worldwide operational experience to help workers effectively cope with climate challenges.

Source: The Standard