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Hong Kong Proposes Heavy Fines for Construction Site Smoking

3/24/2026

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Hong Kong's government proposes fines up to HK$400,000 for contractors who fail to prevent smoking at construction sites.
The Labour Bureau's plan imposes HK$3,000 fines on workers who smoke.
Serious violations near flammable materials could bring HK$150,000 fines and six months in prison for workers, and proprietors face HK$3 million fines.
The proposal will be discussed at the Legislative Council's manpower panel meeting next Monday.

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Hong Kong's government proposes fines up to HK$400,000 for contractors who fail to prevent smoking at construction sites.
The Labour Bureau's plan imposes HK$3,000 fines on workers who smoke.
Serious violations near flammable materials could bring HK$150,000 fines and six months in prison for workers, and proprietors face HK$3 million fines.
The proposal will be discussed at the Legislative Council's manpower panel meeting next Monday.