All workers hold
valid construction industry cards
ISO9001 Safety Management
Incorporated into Quality System
Every High-Risk Work Process
Written into Safety Regulations
Third Party Liability
& Employees' Compensation Insurance Comprehensive Coverage
SAFETY REGULATIONS
Key Safety Regulations for Office Renovation and Construction in Hong Kong
Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance — The Basic Law of Construction Site Safety
Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance — The Basic Law of Construction Site Safety
Regulates general safety standards on construction sites, covering the work environment, equipment safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. Construction sites must maintain a safe working environment, and contractors are legally liable for worker safety. Violations are subject to a maximum fine of HKD 200,000 and imprisonment}
Regulates general safety standards on construction sites, covering the work environment, equipment safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. Construction sites must maintain a safe working environment, and contractors are legally liable for worker safety. Violations are subject to a maximum fine of HKD 200,000 and imprisonment}
Construction Sites (Safety) Regulations — Specific Requirements for Construction Safety
Construction Sites (Safety) Regulations — Specific Requirements for Construction Safety
Sets out specific technical standards for scaffolding, hoardings, pedestrian corridors, working at heights, and electrical safety at construction sites. Although office renovation sites are indoors, ceiling work and the use of elevated work platforms are both governed by these regulations. Every site must have safety protocols and emergency contingency plans.
Sets out specific technical standards for scaffolding, hoardings, pedestrian corridors, working at heights, and electrical safety at construction sites. Although office renovation sites are indoors, ceiling work and the use of elevated work platforms are both governed by these regulations. Every site must have safety protocols and emergency contingency plans.
Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance — Occupational Health Protection for Employees
Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance — Occupational Health Protection for Employees
Contractors must conduct a risk assessment of the workplace and take measures to eliminate or reduce the risk of worker injuries and occupational diseases. The safe use of chemicals (paints, adhesives, solvents), dust protection, and noise protection all fall within the scope of this regulation.
Contractors must conduct a risk assessment of the workplace and take measures to eliminate or reduce the risk of worker injuries and occupational diseases. The safe use of chemicals (paints, adhesives, solvents), dust protection, and noise protection all fall within the scope of this regulation.
Construction Workers Registration Scheme — White Card / Green Card Requirements
Construction Workers Registration Scheme — White Card / Green Card Requirements
All workers working on construction sites must hold a valid construction worker registration card (White Card or Green Card) issued by the Construction Industry Council (CIC). If the Management Office or the Labour Department finds any worker with an invalid card during a surprise inspection, work can be suspended immediately and fines may be imposed. BW verifies the valid cards of all engineering staff and subcontractor workers before they enter the site.
All workers working on construction sites must hold a valid construction worker registration card (White Card or Green Card) issued by the Construction Industry Council (CIC). If the Management Office or the Labour Department finds any worker with an invalid card during a surprise inspection, work can be suspended immediately and fines may be imposed. BW verifies the valid cards of all engineering staff and subcontractor workers before they enter the site.
5 Safety Control Categories
Five Types of Construction Safety Control for Office Renovation
Fire Safety: The Highest Risk Category in Office Renovation
Major Sources of Risk
— Electrical short circuit igniting wires during construction — Sparks from welding and cutting igniting flammable materials — Storage and use of flammable liquids such as paints and solvents — Construction hoardings blocking fire exits — Fire protection systems disabled or obstructed during construction
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Equip the site with ABC dry powder fire extinguishers (at least one per 200 sqft) — Electric welding processes require licensed welders, and all flammable materials within 3m must be cleared before operation — Paint and solvents must be sealed and stored, and cleared from the site at the end of each working day — Construction hoardings must not obstruct fire exits and sprinkler heads — Fire protection systems must have their functions restored on the same day after the alteration works are completed
Fire Safety: The Highest Risk Category in Office Renovation
Major Sources of Risk
— Electrical short circuit igniting wires during construction — Sparks from welding and cutting igniting flammable materials — Storage and use of flammable liquids such as paints and solvents — Construction hoardings blocking fire exits — Fire protection systems disabled or obstructed during construction
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Equip the site with ABC dry powder fire extinguishers (at least one per 200 sqft) — Electric welding processes require licensed welders, and all flammable materials within 3m must be cleared before operation — Paint and solvents must be sealed and stored, and cleared from the site at the end of each working day — Construction hoardings must not obstruct fire exits and sprinkler heads — Fire protection systems must have their functions restored on the same day after the alteration works are completed
Major Sources of Risk
— Electrical short circuit igniting wires during construction — Sparks from welding and cutting igniting flammable materials — Storage and use of flammable liquids such as paints and solvents — Construction hoardings blocking fire exits — Fire protection systems disabled or obstructed during construction
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Equip the site with ABC dry powder fire extinguishers (at least one per 200 sqft) — Electric welding processes require licensed welders, and all flammable materials within 3m must be cleared before operation — Paint and solvents must be sealed and stored, and cleared from the site at the end of each working day — Construction hoardings must not obstruct fire exits and sprinkler heads — Fire protection systems must have their functions restored on the same day after the alteration works are completed
Electrical Safety: High-Risk Control for Live-Line Work
Major Sources of Risk
— Electrocution caused by contact with unisolated live electrical lines — Fire triggered by overloading of temporary electrical boxes — Short circuit caused by damaged wire insulation — Using power tools in wet environments (such as during construction in pantries or washrooms)
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Verification of isolation (LOTO procedure) is mandatory prior to live line work — Temporary distribution boards must be equipped with Residual Current Devices (ELCB/RCD) rated at 30mA — Inspect power tool cables for integrity before each use — Use battery-powered or pneumatic tools for work in wet areas — All electrical works must be performed by licensed electrical workers
Electrical Safety: High-Risk Control for Live-Line Work
Major Sources of Risk
— Electrocution caused by contact with unisolated live electrical lines — Fire triggered by overloading of temporary electrical boxes — Short circuit caused by damaged wire insulation — Using power tools in wet environments (such as during construction in pantries or washrooms)
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Verification of isolation (LOTO procedure) is mandatory prior to live line work — Temporary distribution boards must be equipped with Residual Current Devices (ELCB/RCD) rated at 30mA — Inspect power tool cables for integrity before each use — Use battery-powered or pneumatic tools for work in wet areas — All electrical works must be performed by licensed electrical workers
Major Sources of Risk
— Electrocution caused by contact with unisolated live electrical lines — Fire triggered by overloading of temporary electrical boxes — Short circuit caused by damaged wire insulation — Using power tools in wet environments (such as during construction in pantries or washrooms)
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Verification of isolation (LOTO procedure) is mandatory prior to live line work — Temporary distribution boards must be equipped with Residual Current Devices (ELCB/RCD) rated at 30mA — Inspect power tool cables for integrity before each use — Use battery-powered or pneumatic tools for work in wet areas — All electrical works must be performed by licensed electrical workers
Work at Height Safety: Regulatory Control of Ceiling Works on Ceiling
Major Sources of Risk
— Overloading and collapse of elevated work platforms (scaffolds) — Workers falling from stepladders (unsecured ladders) — Falling ceiling construction materials injuring personnel on the ground — Hong Kong office ceiling heights are 2.5–2.8m, with high frequency of stepladder use
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— The elevated work platform must be used in accordance with the manufacturer's rated load capacity; overloading is strictly prohibited. — Side toe boards must be installed for platform working heights exceeding 2m to prevent materials from falling. — A safety warning zone (yellow and black warning tape) must be set up on the ground; unauthorized personnel are prohibited from entering. — No personnel are allowed to work directly underneath on the ground level during high-altitude work periods. — All tools and materials must be cleared from the platform before moving the ladder scaffold/ladder.
Work at Height Safety: Regulatory Control of Ceiling Works on Ceiling
Major Sources of Risk
— Overloading and collapse of elevated work platforms (scaffolds) — Workers falling from stepladders (unsecured ladders) — Falling ceiling construction materials injuring personnel on the ground — Hong Kong office ceiling heights are 2.5–2.8m, with high frequency of stepladder use
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— The elevated work platform must be used in accordance with the manufacturer's rated load capacity; overloading is strictly prohibited. — Side toe boards must be installed for platform working heights exceeding 2m to prevent materials from falling. — A safety warning zone (yellow and black warning tape) must be set up on the ground; unauthorized personnel are prohibited from entering. — No personnel are allowed to work directly underneath on the ground level during high-altitude work periods. — All tools and materials must be cleared from the platform before moving the ladder scaffold/ladder.
Major Sources of Risk
— Overloading and collapse of elevated work platforms (scaffolds) — Workers falling from stepladders (unsecured ladders) — Falling ceiling construction materials injuring personnel on the ground — Hong Kong office ceiling heights are 2.5–2.8m, with high frequency of stepladder use
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— The elevated work platform must be used in accordance with the manufacturer's rated load capacity; overloading is strictly prohibited. — Side toe boards must be installed for platform working heights exceeding 2m to prevent materials from falling. — A safety warning zone (yellow and black warning tape) must be set up on the ground; unauthorized personnel are prohibited from entering. — No personnel are allowed to work directly underneath on the ground level during high-altitude work periods. — All tools and materials must be cleared from the platform before moving the ladder scaffold/ladder.
Chemical Safety: Health Protection for Paints and Adhesives
Major Sources of Risk
— Paint: Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) inhalation — Epoxy flooring: Toluene, Isocyanates inhalation — Wood adhesives: Formaldehyde release — Wall cleaners: Strong acid/alkali corrosiveness
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Forced ventilation (opening windows or mechanical exhaust) is mandatory on-site during painting — Workers must wear N95 protective masks or full-face respirators (depending on VOC levels) — BW standard adopts Low-VOC paint to reduce exposure risks for both workers and property owners — Chemical storage must comply with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements and be kept away from ignition sources — Forced ventilation is mandatory for 48 hours after completion before handing over to the owner for use
Chemical Safety: Health Protection for Paints and Adhesives
Major Sources of Risk
— Paint: Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) inhalation — Epoxy flooring: Toluene, Isocyanates inhalation — Wood adhesives: Formaldehyde release — Wall cleaners: Strong acid/alkali corrosiveness
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Forced ventilation (opening windows or mechanical exhaust) is mandatory on-site during painting — Workers must wear N95 protective masks or full-face respirators (depending on VOC levels) — BW standard adopts Low-VOC paint to reduce exposure risks for both workers and property owners — Chemical storage must comply with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements and be kept away from ignition sources — Forced ventilation is mandatory for 48 hours after completion before handing over to the owner for use
Major Sources of Risk
— Paint: Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) inhalation — Epoxy flooring: Toluene, Isocyanates inhalation — Wood adhesives: Formaldehyde release — Wall cleaners: Strong acid/alkali corrosiveness
BW Prevention and Control Measures
— Forced ventilation (opening windows or mechanical exhaust) is mandatory on-site during painting — Workers must wear N95 protective masks or full-face respirators (depending on VOC levels) — BW standard adopts Low-VOC paint to reduce exposure risks for both workers and property owners — Chemical storage must comply with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements and be kept away from ignition sources — Forced ventilation is mandatory for 48 hours after completion before handing over to the owner for use
Dust Control: Special Requirements for Construction Work during Business Hours
Office renovation scope
— Demolition and cutting generate a large amount of silica dust (cancer risk) — Dust infiltrates neighboring office areas, affecting health and electronic equipment — Long-term dust exposure causes silicosis, an occupational disease, in workers
BW Statutory Filing Capacity
— Wet cutting method is used for cutting operations, spraying water while cutting to suppress dust — Workers wear FFP2/FFP3 dust masks (for silica dust processes) — The joints between construction hoardings and ceilings are sealed with fire-rated wool to prevent dust from spreading — Industrial vacuum cleaners are used for cleaning at the end of daily operations; sweeping with brooms to stir up dust is prohibited — Construction without suspension of business: extensive demolition processes are restricted to after office hours
Dust Control: Special Requirements for Construction Work during Business Hours
Office renovation scope
— Demolition and cutting generate a large amount of silica dust (cancer risk) — Dust infiltrates neighboring office areas, affecting health and electronic equipment — Long-term dust exposure causes silicosis, an occupational disease, in workers
BW Statutory Filing Capacity
— Wet cutting method is used for cutting operations, spraying water while cutting to suppress dust — Workers wear FFP2/FFP3 dust masks (for silica dust processes) — The joints between construction hoardings and ceilings are sealed with fire-rated wool to prevent dust from spreading — Industrial vacuum cleaners are used for cleaning at the end of daily operations; sweeping with brooms to stir up dust is prohibited — Construction without suspension of business: extensive demolition processes are restricted to after office hours
Office renovation scope
— Demolition and cutting generate a large amount of silica dust (cancer risk) — Dust infiltrates neighboring office areas, affecting health and electronic equipment — Long-term dust exposure causes silicosis, an occupational disease, in workers
BW Statutory Filing Capacity
— Wet cutting method is used for cutting operations, spraying water while cutting to suppress dust — Workers wear FFP2/FFP3 dust masks (for silica dust processes) — The joints between construction hoardings and ceilings are sealed with fire-rated wool to prevent dust from spreading — Industrial vacuum cleaners are used for cleaning at the end of daily operations; sweeping with brooms to stir up dust is prohibited — Construction without suspension of business: extensive demolition processes are restricted to after office hours
SAFETY IN OCCUPIED BUILDINGS
Three additional safety requirements for construction without suspension of business
Emergency evacuation routes must not be obstructed
Construction hoardings must not block any fire escape exits or evacuation routes. Once each construction zone is defined, the BW fire designer will verify the temporary evacuation routes to ensure that the clear width of escape routes during construction is ≥1,050mm (the standard for floors with more than 50 people). Self-closing fire doors must be installed at construction hoarding openings to ensure they close automatically in an emergency.
Emergency evacuation routes must not be obstructed
Construction hoardings must not block any fire escape exits or evacuation routes. Once each construction zone is defined, the BW fire designer will verify the temporary evacuation routes to ensure that the clear width of escape routes during construction is ≥1,050mm (the standard for floors with more than 50 people). Self-closing fire doors must be installed at construction hoarding openings to ensure they close automatically in an emergency.
Separation of flow between construction workers and office staff
Construction personnel will use designated cargo lifts and service corridors for access, and will not share passenger lifts or main corridors with office staff. The BW site supervisor will confirm the integrity of the hoarding daily before construction begins, ensuring that construction routes do not overlap with office routes to prevent construction dust, noise, and safety hazards from spreading into office areas.
Separation of flow between construction workers and office staff
Construction personnel will use designated cargo lifts and service corridors for access, and will not share passenger lifts or main corridors with office staff. The BW site supervisor will confirm the integrity of the hoarding daily before construction begins, ensuring that construction routes do not overlap with office routes to prevent construction dust, noise, and safety hazards from spreading into office areas.
Separation of flow between construction workers and office staff
Construction personnel will use designated cargo lifts and service corridors for access, and will not share passenger lifts or main corridors with office staff. The BW site supervisor will confirm the integrity of the hoarding daily before construction begins, ensuring that construction routes do not overlap with office routes to prevent construction dust, noise, and safety hazards from spreading into office areas.
Emergency Response Plan Communication with Property Owners
The BW Project Manager shall provide a written emergency contingency plan to the property owner before construction begins: the emergency contact details of the BW site person-in-charge in the event of fire or accident during construction, assembly points for construction personnel, and notification procedures for the Management Office. The property owner's fire safety officer has also been informed of the temporary fire safety arrangements in the construction area.
Emergency Response Plan Communication with Property Owners
The BW Project Manager shall provide a written emergency contingency plan to the property owner before construction begins: the emergency contact details of the BW site person-in-charge in the event of fire or accident during construction, assembly points for construction personnel, and notification procedures for the Management Office. The property owner's fire safety officer has also been informed of the temporary fire safety arrangements in the construction area.
Emergency Response Plan Communication with Property Owners
The BW Project Manager shall provide a written emergency contingency plan to the property owner before construction begins: the emergency contact details of the BW site person-in-charge in the event of fire or accident during construction, assembly points for construction personnel, and notification procedures for the Management Office. The property owner's fire safety officer has also been informed of the temporary fire safety arrangements in the construction area.
BW SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
BW Construction Safety Management Institutional Framework
Safety Management Project
BW Implementation Standard
Recording method
Worker Qualification Verification
All engineering personnel (including subcontractors) must submit a copy of a valid CICS Construction Worker Registration Card before entering the site, and are reminded to renew it before expiry.
Asana workers' qualification records, archived by project
Daily Pre-work Safety Briefing
Site supervisors to conduct a 10-minute safety briefing daily before work starts: high-risk procedures of the day, PPE requirements, and verification of emergency contacts.
Written records of site diary, signed by workers
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety helmet (compulsory in high-altitude work areas), safety shoes (compulsory across the entire construction site), dust mask (compulsory for demolition and painting processes)
Site supervisors conduct daily inspections and immediately correct any violations.
Hazard and Risk Assessment
Complete a written Risk Assessment before the commencement of each project to identify high-risk processes and establish control measures.
Written RA document, kept on site, to be provided upon request by the Labour Department
Work injury incident handling
Report any work injury to the Labour Department within 24 hours (in compliance with the Employees' Compensation Ordinance); investigate the cause of the accident and update safety procedures.
Installation workmanship defects; short circuit (not caused by external force); luminaire/lamp failure (due to construction reasons)
Safety Management Project
BW Implementation Standard
Recording method
Worker Qualification Verification
All engineering personnel (including subcontractors) must submit a copy of a valid CICS Construction Worker Registration Card before entering the site, and are reminded to renew it before expiry.
Asana workers' qualification records, archived by project
Daily Pre-work Safety Briefing
Site supervisors to conduct a 10-minute safety briefing daily before work starts: high-risk procedures of the day, PPE requirements, and verification of emergency contacts.
Written records of site diary, signed by workers
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety helmet (compulsory in high-altitude work areas), safety shoes (compulsory across the entire construction site), dust mask (compulsory for demolition and painting processes)
Site supervisors conduct daily inspections and immediately correct any violations.
Hazard and Risk Assessment
Complete a written Risk Assessment before the commencement of each project to identify high-risk processes and establish control measures.
Written RA document, kept on site, to be provided upon request by the Labour Department
Safety Management Project
BW Implementation Standard
Recording method
Worker Qualification Verification
All engineering personnel (including subcontractors) must submit a copy of a valid CICS Construction Worker Registration Card before entering the site, and are reminded to renew it before expiry.
Asana workers' qualification records, archived by project
Daily Pre-work Safety Briefing
Site supervisors to conduct a 10-minute safety briefing daily before work starts: high-risk procedures of the day, PPE requirements, and verification of emergency contacts.
Written records of site diary, signed by workers
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety helmet (compulsory in high-altitude work areas), safety shoes (compulsory across the entire construction site), dust mask (compulsory for demolition and painting processes)
Site supervisors conduct daily inspections and immediately correct any violations.
Hazard and Risk Assessment
Complete a written Risk Assessment before the commencement of each project to identify high-risk processes and establish control measures.
Written RA document, kept on site, to be provided upon request by the Labour Department
Work injury incident handling
Report any work injury to the Labour Department within 24 hours (in compliance with the Employees' Compensation Ordinance); investigate the cause of the accident and update safety procedures.
Installation workmanship defects; short circuit (not caused by external force); luminaire/lamp failure (due to construction reasons)
Insurance coverage as the property owner's last line of defence: BW secures Employees' Compensation Insurance (coverage amount of HKD 100,000,000) and Third-Party Public Liability Insurance (coverage amount of HKD 10,000,000–20,000,000) for every project. Property owners may request to review BW's original insurance policies before signing the contract to confirm that the coverage period spans the entire construction phase plus a two-month buffer. Insurance is the final safeguard within the safety management system, rather than the sole protection.
The bottom line of our construction period commitment: BW will never promise an unrealistic timeline just to secure an owner's order. The above construction period is based on the premise of "rapid decision-making by the owner, simplified design, and the use of mainly in-stock materials". If the owner requires multiple rounds of design revisions or a large amount of custom-made materials, the construction period will be extended accordingly. BW will truthfully disclose the achievable construction period during the preliminary assessment and clearly list the conditions that could affect the timeline.
CONSTRUCTION SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Construction safety is BW's dual commitment to both owners and workers
BW's safety management system is certified under ISO9001 quality management, ensuring consistent safety execution standards for every project from commencement to completion. Contact us now to learn more about BW's construction management solutions; we will reply within 24 hours.
CONSTRUCTION SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Construction safety is BW's dual commitment to both owners and workers
BW's safety management system is certified under ISO9001 quality management, ensuring consistent safety execution standards for every project from commencement to completion. Contact us now to learn more about BW's construction management solutions; we will reply within 24 hours.
CONSTRUCTION SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Construction safety is BW's dual commitment to both owners and workers
BW's safety management system is certified under ISO9001 quality management, ensuring consistent safety execution standards for every project from commencement to completion. Contact us now to learn more about BW's construction management solutions; we will reply within 24 hours.
CONSTRUCTION SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Construction safety is BW's dual commitment to both owners and workers
BW's safety management system is certified under ISO9001 quality management, ensuring consistent safety execution standards for every project from commencement to completion. Contact us now to learn more about BW's construction management solutions; we will reply within 24 hours.