Security chief inspects new recruits

September 23, 2021
Remaining steadfast
Remaining steadfast:

Secretary for Security Tang Ping-keung inspects the passing-out parade at the Fire & Ambulance Services Academy.

Secretary for Security Tang Ping-keung inspected the Fire Services Department’s passing-out parade for nine station officers, 53 firemen and 16 ambulancemen at the Fire & Ambulance Services Academy today.

 

He also reviewed the parade for eight senior fire officers of the Mobilising & Communications Group.

 

Speaking at the parade, Mr Tang said the fire and ambulance services are vital elements in maintaining Hong Kong’s safety, and fire and ambulance personnel constantly encounter various risks and challenges while discharging their duties.

 

He mentioned his visit to the department’s headquarters and Tsim Tung Fire Station last month, adding that department members remain steadfast in carrying out their duties, showing professionalism and exceptional bravery.

 

The security chief hoped that the graduates could see their seniors as role models, based on the solid foundation they have established to uphold the faith and pass it on.

 

He noted that the department spares no effort to strive for excellence on firefighting, special rescue, ambulance services, communications and fire prevention. A number of emergency rescue specialist teams have been established in recent years to enhance frontline personnel’s firefighting and rescue capabilities as well as operational safety.

 

Mr Tang said fire and ambulance work involve immediate rescue and treatment services, bringing hope to people who are in extreme plight. The department’s unremitting and concerted efforts to safeguard Hong Kong are widely recognised by society.

 

The parade was followed by a demonstration of firefighting and rescue techniques by the graduates.

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