Work Arrangements in Times of Tropical Cyclone, Rainstorm Warnings and "Extreme Conditions"
The Labour Department publishes the “Code of Practice in Times of Typhoons and Rainstorms” (COP) and provides reference guidelines for employers to make appropriate work arrangements according to the business nature, operational needs and urgency of service of their establishments. The COP also sets out the statutory liabilities of employers in relevant situations under the labour legislation such as Employees’ Compensation Ordinance, Employment Ordinance and the Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance, etc.
For details, please refer to:
- Code of Practice in Times of Typhoons and Rainstorms(PDF)
- Code of Practice in Times of Typhoons and Rainstorms (at a Glance) (PDF)
- “Know More About Work Arrangements in times of Tropical Cyclone, Rainstorm Warnings and “Extreme Conditions” after Super Typhoons” (PDF)
- TV announcement - Protect employees' rights and safety Make prior work arrangements for poor weather conditions
- Radio Announcement – Work Arrangements in Times of Tropical Cyclones, Rainstorms and “Extreme Conditions”
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