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Fire Services personnel from the Licensing and Certification Command of the Fire Services Department (FSD) today (December 14) inspected the fire safety condition of restaurants and places of public entertainment in Cityplaza, 18 Taikoo Shing Road, Taikoo Shing, Hong Kong.
The inspection is part of the department's continued efforts to heighten the fire safety awareness of operators of such establishments.
During the inspection, Fire Services personnel ensured that exits of the premises were free from obstruction and smoke-stop doors were properly closed. They also inspected the maintenance of the premises' fire service installations.
Fire safety advisory letters and leaflets were distributed to the management of the establishments to remind them to take extra fire safety precautions during the festive season.
The operators were also reminded not to obstruct passages or lock any doors or exits designed as a means of escape. Anyone found guilty of such offences is liable on conviction to a maximum fine of $100,000.
Ends/Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Issued at HKT 17:36
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