Construction Industry Council - Annual Report 2024

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY COUNCIL 130 OPERATIONAL REVIEW Construction Workers Professional Development Scheme (CWDS) To encourage workers to improve their skills and self-development, and to drive the continuous development of the construction industry, the CWDS incentivises registered general workers and registered semi-skilled workers to upskill and drive sustainable developments by attaining trade tests, leading to promotion to semi-skilled or skilled workers. A total of 734 awards were presented within the year, amounting to HK$2,920,000, to recognise workers’ outstanding achievements in professional development. Workers honoured in the Construction Workers Professional Development Scheme Award Ceremony Construction Workers Professional Development Scheme Award Ceremony Construction Workers Registration Board Construction Workers Carnival To enhance a united and caring culture among the construction industry, the CIC organised its first Construction Workers Carnival on 1 December 2024 at the CIC-Zero Carbon Park (CIC-ZCP), attracting over 6,000 construction workers and their families. The event received strong support from 15 industry organisations and participation from 125 organisations. The carnival featured game booths, technology showcases and various activities to promote construction safety and health messages, as well as providing workers with opportunities to experience the application of innovative technologies. Activities also included picnics, photo booths, and live entertainments including singing, kung-fu and dance performances, creating a memorable experience for the families of the workers. The Carnival featured a workers’ commendation by the management of the construction companies. The Pioneering Worker Appreciation recognised 347 frontline supervisors and workers in total while the Caring Company Appreciation recognised 34 companies. The award ceremony provided an opportunity for company executives to honour workers who have made contributions to construction safety and the application of technology. This enhances workers’ pride and their professional status as professional construction craftsmen, allows their families to witness their remarkable achievements and enables companies to fulfil their social responsibilities and demonstrate the results of good corporate governance. Construction Workers Carnival