1stWitness Statement of Mr KEUNG Sai Ming (English only)

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Witness statement English PDF · scanned ToR2: Fire Service Installations & EquipmentToR4: Supervision, Roles & ResponsibilitiesToR1: Causes & Circumstances of FireToR3: Building Maintenance & Renovation WorksToR7: Recommendations & Improvement MeasuresToR6: Adequacy of Laws & PenaltiesToR5: Systemic Issues (Collusion, Bid-rigging, Conflicts)

statement by Mr KEUNG Sai Ming from the Fire Services Department

Summary

The "1st Witness Statement of Mr. KEUNG Sai Ming" is a 47-page document submitted to the Independent Committee investigating the fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. It outlines Mr. Keung's role as Assistant Director of the Fire Services Department, his responsibilities in fire safety standards, licensing, and enforcement, and addresses specific questions from the Committee's solicitors. The statement is divided into sections covering fire safety protocols, regulations during renovations, inspection timelines, risk assessments, and post-fire test reports related to the incident.

Summary in 繁體中文

此文件為姜世明先生的首份英文證人供詞，全文共47頁，詳述其在王府火災事件中的目擊經過及相關事實，供調查機構及公眾參考。

Key points

Mr. KEUNG Sai Ming is Assistant Director of FSD since March 2024.
Statement addresses fire safety protocols and FSI compliance at Wang Fuk Court.
FSD oversees licensing, certification, and fire hazard abatement in Hong Kong.
Details inspections and FSI shutdown notifications during Wang Fuk Court renovation.
Provides recommendations for fire alarm failure warnings and contractor reporting duties.
Includes post-fire test reports on materials and FSIs linked to fire spread.

How the Terms of Reference appear in this document

ToR1 fire safety protocols

Explanation of the fire safety regime in residential buildings in Hong Kong, including certification and maintenance of FSIs.

ToR2 renovation and fire safety compliance

Discussion of rules, regulations, and codes of practice for FSIs during renovations, specifically at Wang Fuk Court.

ToR3 inspection and enforcement

Timeline of FSD inspections and follow-up actions at Wang Fuk Court since July 2024.

ToR4 fire causes and spread

Test reports on building materials and FSIs after the fire, addressing causes and rapid spread.

In the news

This document connects to these themes in the news coverage analysis (News & Coverage).

Cause of fire: smoking on renovation works Disabled fire alarms, hydrants and hose reels Supervision vacuum: rubber-stamp inspectors and contractors Reforms and recommendations

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