The Environmental Protection Department (EPD) is highly concerned about an industrial accident off Shek Kwu Chau that occurred today (October 6) and has extended deepest sympathies to the injured worker and his family members.

     The injured was a worker hired by the contractor of the waste-to-energy facility on an artificial island in the waters off Shek Kwu Chau. At around 3pm today, he accidentally fell about eight meters through a floor opening on a staircase at the construction site. He remained conscious and was sent to Eastern Hospital, where he was initially diagnosed with multiple bone fractures.

     The EPD immediately deployed staff to the hospital after the incident to obtain details of the accident and understand the condition of the injured. The EPD extended sympathies to the family members of the injured worker and provided them with appropriate assistance.

     The EPD is very concerned about the accident. It has notified the Labour Department and the Police immediately after the incident, and has requested the contractor to fully co-operate with the Labour Department in its investigation. The EPD has also requested the contractor to submit an incident report within seven days.

     The EPD has all along put emphasis on the site safety of construction projects, and closely monitoring the work of contractors. In addition to regular daily inspections on the site and occupational safety conditions, the contractor also provides safety training for subcontractors.

Ends/Monday, October 6, 2025
Issued at HKT 22:28

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