International Conference of Solid Waste 2023 (ICSWHK2023) visit at EcoPark

Participants from the International Conference of Solid Waste 2023 (ICSWHK2023) visited various local waste treatment facilities, including EcoPark on 3 June 2023. During the visit, EPD’s representative introduced EcoPark’s unique role in waste treatment and recycling. Visitors were also able to observe the actual operation of some recycling facilities in EcoPark.

ICSWHK2023 was organized by the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) and the Zhejiang University. Through bringing in successful case studies and innovative research, especially circular economy models, ICSWHK2023 provided insights for formulating strategies and business opportunities to the growing waste management industry. At the same time, the conference offered networking opportunities to young researchers to exchange ideas with eminent scholars working in waste management and circular economy around the world.

The details of ICSWHK2023 can refer to below website:
https://icswhk.hkbu.edu.hk/

Trial Scheme on Free Shuttle Bus Service at EcoPark (for tenants only)

To provide better accessibility to EcoPark for our tenants and their workers, a free shuttle bus trial service would be in effect from 21 June 2023 (Wed) for 6 months. The shuttle bus would travel between V City and EcoPark during rush hours in the morning and evening. For details, please contact the EcoPark Management Office.

Guidance Notes on Prevention of Heat Stroke at Work and Heat Stress at Work Warning under hot weather

In order to prevent heat stroke when working in hot weather or environments, the Labour Department introduced Guidance Notes on Prevention of Heat Stroke at Work and 3 different categories Heat Stress at Work Warning was introduced on 15 May 2023.

Guidance Notes on Prevention of Heat Stroke at Work formulated the risk factors that should be considered when conducting heat stress risk assessments, and the recommended control measures for addressing various risk factors. This helps employers to schedule appropriate work-rest periods for workers of different physical workloads under various workplace heat stress.

Heat Stress at Work Warning was established in code amber, red, and black, representing the level of heat stress being high, very high or extremely high respectively.

When different levels of Heat Stress at Work Warning are in force, the Hong Kong Observatory will display relevant information on their official website and the "My Observatory" mobile application. The public can also receive details of the Heat Stress at Work Warning by allowing push notifications from "My Observatory" mobile application.

In addition, the Labour Department will issue prompt message to the public regarding the coming into effect of Heat Stress at Work Warning through press releases and the "GovHK Notifications" mobile application. Various electronic media will also disseminate relevant information.

The detailed guidelines can be referred to following website:
https://www.labour.gov.hk/eng/news/prevention_of_heat_stroke_at_work.htm

Merit Award on "Joyful@Healthy Workplace Best Practices"

EcoPark received a Merit Award on "Joyful@Healthy Workplace Best Practices". The event was organized by the Occupational Safety and Health Council in the categories "Occupational Health Awards 2022-23v. It recognized EcoPark’s outstanding performance in promoting occupational health.

For details of "Joyful@Healthy Workplace", please visit the below website:
http://www.joyfulhealthyworkplace.hk/en/index.php