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Date & time
15Jan 2025 (Wed)19:00 - 21:00 Free
Type of Event
In-person Attendance
Venue
Room 804, 8/F., HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC) Campus, 66 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Enquiry
25088869 (tommy.ng@hkuspace.hku.hk)
Relevant Programmes
Master of Science in Project Management International Master of Science in Real Estate Master of Science in Facilities Management Master of Science in Safety, Health and Environment Master of Science in Occupational Hygiene BSC (Hons) Occupational Safety, Health and Environment
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Technical Seminar topic: Effective Strategies for Safety Management in Construction

Date: 15 January 2025 (Wednesday)

Time: 19:00 – 21:00

Venue: Room 804, 8/F., HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College (HPSHCC) Campus, 66 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Speaker: Mr Maxwell CHIU (AP; RPS)

 

Speaker’s Biography

Mr. Maxwell CHIU Ying-cheung is a Registered Professional Surveyor (Chartered Building Surveyor) and an Authorized Person (A.P.). With over 30 years of experience in property development, project management, property services, and maintenance management, Mr. CHIU brings a wealth of knowledge acquired from his work in the UK, Hong Kong, and Australia.

His expertise spans both the government and private sectors, offering a unique perspective that is invaluable to industry professionals. As an Adjunct Lecturer at HKU SPACE, Mr. CHIU is passionate about sharing his insights through professional training programmes in construction management, which he has taught for over 20 years. His teaching has received high praise for its informative, engaging, and comprehensive style, as well as for its inspiring content.

 

Synopsis

One of the major concerns in the local construction industry is the alarming increase in construction accidents, particularly in scaffolding and gondola work. The consequences of these accidents can be severe, leading to loss of life or permanent disability. Therefore, the implementation of a safety management system is crucial in this industry.

This seminar aims to address the key issues surrounding the high rates of construction accidents and fatalities in Hong Kong. The speaker, Mr Maxwell Chiu, will discuss potential accident areas and the benefits of a well-managed safety system. These benefits include a reduction in liability claims, lower employee compensation and insurance premiums, and less severe accidents.

While these advantages are appealing, they often come with costs and challenges, especially regarding implementation. In this seminar, Mr Chiu will also outline some major obstacles that may hinder successful implementation and desired outcomes, such as the difficulty of managing multi-layered subcontractors in Hong Kong, inadequate worker safety awareness, tight project schedules, and a lack of training.

In summary, the seminar aims to provide insights and strategies for improving construction safety practices, reducing accidents, and creating a safer work environment for workers. Mr Chiu’s extensive experience in both the government and private sectors, along with his expertise in teaching professional training programmes in construction management, will undoubtedly make the seminar informative and engaging.

 

Medium of Instruction

Cantonese, supplemented by English