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RISK AND MANAGEMENT OF ASBESTOS:
COMPARING AND EXPLORING THE

INTERNATIONAL, CHINESE AND HONG
KONG ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT

SYSTEM

Poster
TAM Tsz Kin Billy
BSc (Hons) in Green Engineering and Sustainability
Department of Construction, Environment and Engineering

RESEARCH BACKGROUND OBJECTIVES

Asbestos was once widely used for its fire-resistant and insulating properties • Examine the historical use of
but is now known to pose significant health risks, including lung diseases and asbestos and its associated health
cancer. Despite being banned in many countries, asbestos remains in use in risks.
some regions, including parts of China. This project explores the management • Compare asbestos management
systems for asbestos in international, Chinese, and Hong Kong contexts, aiming policies in international, Chinese,
to identify effective strategies for minimizing health and environmental risks. and Hong Kong contexts.
• Analyze the effectiveness of these
METHODOLOGY policies in terms of regulation,
public awareness, and professional
This study employs a literature review to analyze existing policies and regulations removal practices.
on asbestos management. Case studies of asbestos removal projects in Hong Kong • Provide recommendations for
and Mainland China are conducted to evaluate the practical implementation of these improving asbestos management
policies. A comparative analysis is used to identify differences in policy effectiveness, strategies to enhance public
examining the factors such as regulatory enforcement, public education, and health and safety.
professional practices.

FINDINGS

The study reveals that Hong Kong has implemented a comprehensive ban
on asbestos with strict regulatory enforcement and effective public education,
which has led to a significant reduction in asbestos-related health risks. In ABOUT THE INVESTIGATOR
contrast, Mainland China faces challenges in regulatory enforcement and
public awareness, particularly in less developed regions. The comparison As a Bachelor of Science student in
highlights the importance of stringent regulations, effective public education, Green Engineering and Sustainability,
and professional removal practices in managing asbestos risks. I am passionate about environmental
health and safety. I aim to contribute
to sustainable development through
research and policy improvement.
FYP Supervisor: Ir Dr Alex TSANG

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