Working in confined spaces (e.g. manholes, sewerage, tunnels, pipes, water tanks, etc.) is considered high-risk. Jointly launching the enhanced “Safety at Confined Space Work Promotional Campaign” (“Promotional Campaign”), OSHC and the Labour Department adopt a three-pronged approach to minimize the recurrence of accidents in confined space through the launch of a new OSH Star Enterprise accreditation scheme, an enhanced subsidy scheme for SMEs as well as a wide range of training programmes.

 

To further improve the work safety in confined space, the Council launches OSH Enhancement Scheme for SMEs for Safe Work at Confined Space 2.0 for SMEs to purchase confined space safety equipment, and offer training courses and risk assessment for free.

OSHC has launched the "Confined Space Work Safety" video, which introduces seven principles for confined spaces safety work and the "life-saving" twins - gas detector and motion detector. The video will be broadcast on TV and online platforms. You can also visit the OSHC YouTube Channel by clicking on the following links:

"Confined Space Work Safety" Video (Highlights)
"Confined Space Work Safety" Video (Full Version)

OSHC and the Labour Department jointly produced the "Confined Space Work Safety" video series, which introduces the concept of confined spaces, related hazards and accidents, the Confined Space Work Safety Seven Principles, and the support provided by OSHC for confined spaces work safety. The videos were broadcast on TVB Jade Channel (Channel 81) during the program "Scoop" on 31 Oct to 1 Nov 2023. You can also watch the 2 episodes on the TVB YouTube Channel by clicking on the following links:

 

Occupational Safety & Health Council held the “Safe Work in Confined Space” Pledging Ceremony cum Exhibition on November 15, 2023, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. 29 government departments and organizations related to confined space work participated in the ceremony, pledging to promote safety in confined space work to implement “Zero Accident in Confined Space Work”. In addition to disseminating information packets containing relevant sponsorship schemes, training courses, and other promotional materials through their workplaces' intranet and communication software, they also committed to dispatching nearly 1,300 employees to receive safety training, particularly management personnel of confined spaces operation regarding the safety guidelines.

The "Confined Space Work Safety and Health Forum" invited representatives from relevant government departments and stakeholders to share safety information and practical experiences about confined space work safety, exploring relevant OSH challenges and strategies for improvement. You are welcome to watch the replay.