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Transcript of Evidential Hearing held on 19 March 2026 (Draft)

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Hearing transcript English PDF · scanned ToR1: Causes & Circumstances of FireToR5: Systemic Issues (Collusion, Bid-rigging, Conflicts)ToR4: Supervision, Roles & ResponsibilitiesToR7: Recommendations & Improvement MeasuresToR3: Building Maintenance & Renovation WorksToR6: Adequacy of Laws & PenaltiesToR2: Fire Service Installations & Equipment

Transcript of evidential hearing held on 19 March 2026

Summary

The transcript covers the first day of an evidential hearing by the Independent Committee regarding the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. Witnesses provided a timeline of events, highlighting issues such as malfunctioning fire alarms and sprinklers, delays in the fire brigade's arrival, and incomplete maintenance records. The hearing also addressed disputes over responsibility among building management and contractors, with suggestions for improving emergency protocols.

Summary in 繁體中文

2026年3月19日舉行的火災證據聆訊記錄（草稿），由香港調查委員會發布，詳述華富邨火災事件的調查過程及相關證據陳述。文件長達32頁，揭示事故原因及責任歸屬，供媒體及公眾參考。

Key points

  • Witnesses detailed timeline of fire outbreak and response
  • Issues raised about malfunctioning fire alarms and sprinklers
  • Delays in fire brigade arrival noted
  • Maintenance records for fire equipment were incomplete
  • Responsibility disputes among building management and contractors
  • Suggestions made for improved emergency protocols

How the Terms of Reference appear in this document

ToR1 Causes & Circumstances of Fire

Witnesses detailed timeline of fire outbreak and response, including specific times and actions taken

ToR2 Fire Service Installations & Equipment

Issues raised about malfunctioning fire alarms and sprinklers during the hearing

ToR4 Supervision, Roles & Responsibilities

Discussion on delays in fire brigade arrival and coordination among departments

ToR7 Recommendations & Improvement Measures

Witnesses and committee members suggested improvements based on observed failures

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Cause of fire: smoking on renovation worksDisabled fire alarms, hydrants and hose reelsSupervision vacuum: rubber-stamp inspectors and contractors
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