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Hong Kong mandates fire escape hoods for hotels and guest houses

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Hong Kong is implementing a new safety regulation requiring hotels and guest houses to provide fire escape hoods for guests. The government plans to discuss the implementation details with the hospitality sector soon, acknowledging concerns about prior consultation. This measure aims to enhance fire safety and protect tourists. AI

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Hong Kong mandates fire escape hoods for hotels and guest houses

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Edith Lin ·

    Hong Kong mandates fire escape hoods in hotels and guest houses to boost safety

    Hong Kong hotels and guest houses are required to provide fire escape hoods to ensure customer safety, with authorities rolling out a grace period for the sector, the city’s home affairs minister has said. Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs Alice Mak Mei-kuen also said on Satur…

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