Wang Fuk Court Fire Independent Committee Recommends Introducing Criminal Offences Targeting Temporary Protective Materials Failing Fire Safety Standards

The Wang Fuk Court fire independent committee report recommends amending the Buildings Ordinance to introduce direct criminal offences to punish those who use or approve the use of temporary protective materials that fail to meet statutory fire safety standards. The report also recommends capping the cumulative shutdown period of major fire service installations at 60 days, and prohibiting on-site ignition tests from being used as evidence of compliance with fire performance standards.