Gas
Driving the Gas Trade to Keep Pace with the Times
To enhance the professional standards and safety awareness of registered gas installers (RGIs), the EMSD officially launched the Voluntary Continuing Professional Development Scheme for Registered Gas Installers on 1 January 2023. The scheme consists of two modules, covering content on legislative and safety requirements as well as technical knowledge and latest technologies. Since the launch of the scheme, over a thousand participants have attended 39 training courses and seminars organised by the EMSD and the trade. Through the mobile application “E&M Connect”, RGIs can access the latest information about the scheme, directly enrol on training courses organised by the EMSD, and view their personal training records.
Fully Promoting the Development of Hydrogen Energy
The EMSD conducted an in-depth study on the development and application of hydrogen energy worldwide, as well as examining emerging hydrogen technologies and relevant regulations internationally. We accordingly formulated technical guidelines that meet the needs of Hong Kong, so as to manage the safety risks associated with hydrogen fuel, and fully support the Government’s new energy development strategy.
After reviewing relevant Mainland and overseas regulations and standards, consulting professional bodies, the trade and stakeholders, and carefully considering the practical circumstances in Hong Kong, we published three technical guidelines this year as interim standards for the local use of hydrogen fuel, including the Code of Practice for Hydrogen Fuelled Vehicles and Maintenance Workshops, the Code of Practice for Hydrogen Filling Stations and the Guidance Note on Quantitative Risk Assessment Study for Hydrogen Installations in Hong Kong, laying a solid foundation for the development of hydrogen technologies in Hong Kong.
