HKIUS Events 2024
Courtesy Visit – Highways Department
Our visit to the Highways Department not only discussed key topics like improving survey accuracy and enhancing safety but also strengthened the cooperation between HKIUS and the department. This collaboration is vital for advancing the utility industry and ensuring operational safety.
Date: 11 September 2024
Meeting Agenda:
- Utility surveys
- Utility survey specialists
- Hong Kong’s comprehensive utility database
- Surveys before dip/xp
- BIM for utility surveys
Participants:
HyD
Mr. Tony YAU – Director of Highways
Mr. Kelvin NG – Assistant Director/Technical
Mr. Benjamin CHAN – Regional Highway Engineer/New Territories
Mr. CHAN Wai-tak – Chief Highway Engineer/Research & Development
HKIUS
Ir. Dr. King WONG – Executive Director
Mr. Tony YUE – President
Mr. Zico Kwok – Past President
Ms. LEE Tsz-ki, Pinky – Council Member
Courtesy Visit – Water Supplies Department
The meeting focused on improving the understanding and processes involved in utility surveys, enhance data management through Hong Kong’s utility database, and explore the integration of BIM technology to optimize these surveys.
Date: 9 September 2024
Meeting Agenda:
- Utility surveys
- Utility survey specialists
- Hong Kong’s comprehensive utility database
- Surveys before dip/xp
- BIM for utility surveys
Meeting – Development Bureau and Drainage Services Department
This meeting aims to discuss risk assessment procedures to enhance safety and compliance, while establishing standardized procedures for working in confined and non-confined spaces to ensure safety and efficiency. Furthermore, the meeting outlined the requirements for safety officers in non-works contracts, emphasizing their roles and responsibilities.
Date: 28 August 2024
Meeting Agenda:
1. Definitions of confined space under Cap 59AE
2. Definitions of “underground pipe works” as per the Code of Practice issued on May 31, 2024
3. Risk assessment for works
4. Procedures for confined and non-confined space works
5. Requirements for safety officers in non-works contracts
Courtesy Visit – Electrical & Mechanical Services Department
Our visit to the Electrical & Mechanical Services Department is intended to boost collaboration and share insights on crucial topics. By discussing standards and practices, we aim to enhance survey accuracy, improve construction safety, and explore innovative maintenance methods. This visit highlights our commitment to advancing utility services and ensuring safety in all operations.
Date: 28 August 2024
Meeting Agenda:
- Non-destructive Utility Survey Requirements and Standards
- Effective Building Practices to Avoid Utility Damage
- Trenchless Methods for Condition Assessment and Pipe Rehabilitation
- Confined Space Safety
- Contract Provisions for Pipe Rehabilitation
Attendees from EMSD:
Mr. POON Kwok-ying, Raymond, JP (Director)
Mr. CHOW Hau-keung, Vincent, JP (Deputy Director/Trading Services)
Ir CHU Wan-fung, Ryan (Chief Electrical & Mechanical Engineer)
Ir WONG Tsz-chung, Jack (Senior Electrical & Mechanical Engineer)
Mr. YU Siu-pui, Raymond (Senior Electrical & Mechanical Engineer)
Attendees from HKIUS:
Ir Dr. King WONG, Executive Director
Mr. Tony YUE, HKIUS President
Ir Prof. L Lock, Council Member
Courtesy Visit - Drainage Services Department
Our visit to the Drainage Services Department aims to strengthen collaboration and share insights on key topics. By discussing standards and practices, we seek to enhance utility survey accuracy, improve construction safety, and explore innovative methods for infrastructure maintenance. This visit underscores our commitment to advancing utility services and ensuring safety across all operations.
Date: 20 August 2024
Meeting Agenda:
- Non-destructive Utility Survey Requirements and Standards
- Effective Building Practices to Avoid Utility Damage
- Trenchless Methods for Condition Assessment and Pipe Rehabilitation
- Confined Space Safety
- Contract Provisions for Pipe Rehabilitation
Attendees from DSD:
Mr. MOK Wing-cheong, Ringo-Director of Drainage Services
Mr. LAU Shing-cheong, Edwin-Assistant Director/Operations and Maintenance
Mr. LEE Wai-man, Raymond-Assistant Director/Sewage Services
Attendees from HKIUS:
Ir Dr. King WONG, Executive Director
Ir NG Chun Keung, CK, Past President
Prof. Dr. Leung Wai-Kwong Daron, Council Member
Mr. NG Wai-lun, Ric, Council Member
Mr. LAI Kam-tin, Council Member
Mr. CHAN Chin-pang, Duncan, Council Member
Seminar - Revised Code of Practice (COP) for Confined Space Works
The seminar is being held to provide a comprehensive understanding of the latest guidelines and regulations, ensuring participants are up-to-date with the industry’s best practices.
Date: 12 June 2024
Time: 18:30-20:00
Venue: Poly U Block Z, Room Z205
Speakers: Ir Dr. King Wong, Past President of HKIUS; Mr. LEE Tat Hung, Deputy Chief Occupational Safety Officer (Training); Mr. WONG Chi Ching, Kevin, Senior Occupational Hygienist (Development); Mr. Ric Ng, HKIUS Council Member; Mr. Zico Kwok, Past President of HKIUS
Please Click here for Seminar Notes