Red flag hoisted at Hap Mun Bay Beach

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Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:

     Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (June 3) that due to inclement weather, red flag has been hoisted at Hap Mun Bay Beach in Sai Kung District. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at the beach.




Missing man in Mong Kok located

     A man who went missing in Mong Kok has been located.

     Sze Kim-leung, aged 45, went missing after he was last seen at MTR Mong Kok Station on February 16 morning. His family made a report to Police on May 20.

     The man was located at an elderly home on Prince Edward Road West in the small hours yesterday (June 2). He sustained no injuries and no suspicious circumstances were detected.




SED visits New York (with photos)

     The Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin, visited New York in the United States (US) on May 31 and June 1 (New York time). She toured a local school and exchanged views with education experts to learn about the latest education developments in the US. The Secretary-General of the University Grants Committee, Professor James Tang, joined the visit.
 
     On May 31 (New York time), Dr Choi visited Teachers College Community School and met its principal, Ms Michelle Verdiner, to learn about the school's child-centred learning environment and how its participation in New York City's Algebra for All initiative helps prepare students to master algebraic concepts and skills by the end of eighth grade.
 
     On the same day, Dr Choi met members of the Forum for World Education Committee to exchange views on the topics of sustainable education development as well as the challenges and opportunities to be anticipated. She also discussed issues related to primary and secondary mathematics education and mathematics teacher training with Associate Professor of the Department of Mathematics of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Dr Yvonne Lai, who is an expert in the field of mathematical knowledge for teaching.
 
     Dr Choi said that the Education Bureau (EDB) has been further stepping up the promotion of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) education for all, for fun and for diversity in primary and secondary schools to build a solid foundation in science, technology and mathematics for students. The EDB also continues to renew and enrich the school curriculum, enhance teacher training in innovation and technology (I&T) as well as learning and teaching resources, and further nurture students with potential in STEAM fields to cultivate future I&T talent.
 
     On June 1 (New York time), Dr Choi met Hong Kong youngsters to learn about their studies and career development in the US. She encouraged them to work hard at school and at work.
 
     On the same day, Dr Choi met former Vice President of the Manhattan School of Music Professor Marjorie Merryman, Professor of Accounting of New York University Stern School of Business Professor Joshua Ronen, and Professor of Marketing of New York University Stern School of Business Professor Durairaj Maheswaran, to exchange views on the latest developments in building Hong Kong into an international education hub, and discuss the promotion of academic research and its impact in Hong Kong.
 
     Dr Choi concluded her visit to the US and will arrive in Hong Kong today (June 3, Hong Kong time).

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Red flags hoisted at some beaches

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Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:

     Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (June 3) that due to big waves, red flags have been hoisted at Stanley Main Beach, Shek O Beach and Big Wave Bay Beach in Southern District, Hong Kong Island; Cheung Chau Tung Wan Beach in Islands District; and Silverstrand Beach in Sai Kung District. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at these beaches.




Occupational safety and health courses open for applications

     The Kwun Tong Occupational Safety and Health Centre of the Labour Department (LD) will launch a wide range of occupational safety and health courses in the second half of 2024. The courses aim at enhancing the working population's understanding of the occupational safety regulations and their awareness of occupational health.   
 
     The courses cover a wide range of topics, including:
 

  1. Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance and Regulations
  2. Gas Poisoning in Manholes
  3. Confined Spaces Regulations
  4. Major Safety Regulations Related to Working in Catering Trade
  5. Dangerous Substances Regulations
  6. Safety Management Regulation
  7. Safety Regulations on Manual Handling Operations
  8. Regulations Related to Safety in Hotel Industry
  9. Safety Regulations on Working in Times of Inclement Weather and Hot Environment
  10. Major Safety Regulations Related to Accident Prevention in Office and Storage Work
  11. A Brief Introduction to the Regulation on Display Screen Equipment
  12. Office Workstation Setup
  13. Air Monitoring and Ventilation Systems in the Workplaces
  14. Lighting Assessment in the Workplaces
  15. Guidance Notes on Standing at Work
  16. A Brief Introduction to Noise at Work Regulation
  17. More Exercise, Smart Work
  18. Strategies for the Prevention of Occupational Diseases
  19. Occupational Health in Catering Industry
  20. Chemicals and Occupational Health
  21. Medical Examinations for Workers Engaged in Hazardous Occupations in Industrial Undertakings
  22. Manual Handling Operations and Prevention of Back Injuries
  23. Occupational Health for Security Guards
  24. Chemicals and Occupational Health in Hotel Industry
  25. Prevention of Heat Stroke at Work in a Hot Environment
  26. Occupational Health for Office Workers
  27. Health Hints on the Use of Computer
  28. Prevention of Upper and Lower Limb Disorders
  29. Noise Hazards and Prevention of Hearing Loss
  30. Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders for Office Workers
  31. Occupational Health for Cleansing Workers
  32. Occupational Contact Dermatitis
  33. Manual Handling Operations and Prevention of Back Injuries for Workers of Residential Care Home
  34. Occupational Health for Professional Drivers
  35. Work and Common Gastrointestinal Diseases
  36. Occupational Stress
  37. Happy Workplace
  38. Work and Healthy Lifestyle
  39. Work and Diabetes Mellitus and Hypertension
  40. First Aid in the Workplaces
  41. Work and Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases
  42. Easy Tips for Healthy Eating at Work

 
     The courses will be conducted in Cantonese at the LD's Occupational Safety and Health Centre, G/F, Kwun Tong Community Health Centre Building, 60 Hip Wo Street, Kwun Tong. Enrolment is free.
 
     Members of the public can apply via the online platform www.oshsreg.gov.hk/en or by fax. Please visit the LD's website (www.labour.gov.hk/eng/osh/content6.htm) for more details and call 2361 8240 for enquiries.