The following tables set out the arrangements for classes and examinations during adverse weather conditions:
(a) Typhoon Signals
Typhoon Signal
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Arrangements for Classes & Examination
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No. 1 & No. 3
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Classes and examinations to operate as normal. | |
Pre-No.8 Special Announcement (Note) / |
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All classes / examinations commencing before 1:30 pm will be CANCELLED / POSTPONED. |
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All classes / examinations commencing at any time from 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm will be CANCELLED / POSTPONED. | |
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All classes / examinations commencing after 6:30 pm will be CANCELLED / POSTPONED. | |
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All classes and examinations will be SUSPENDED IMMEDIATELY. | |
If Signal No. 8 is lowered |
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All classes and examinations commencing from 8:30 am will be HELD AS SCHEDULED. |
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All classes and examination commencing from 1:30 pm will be HELD AS SCHEDULED. | |
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All classes and examinations commencing from 6:30 pm will be HELD AS SCHEDULED. |
Note:
Where possible, the Hong Kong Observatory will issue an early alert (i.e. a “Pre-No. 8 Special Announcement) within 2 hours of the hoisting of the No 8 Typhoon Signal.
(b) Rainstorm Warnings
Rainstorm Warning Signal
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Arrangements for Classes & Examination
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Amber & Red Warning
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Classes and examinations to operate as normal. | |
Black Warning |
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All classes / examinations commencing before 1:30 pm will be CANCELLED / POSTPONED. |
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All classes / examinations commencing at any time from 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm will be CANCELLED / POSTPONED. | |
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All classes / examinations commencing after 6:30 pm will be CANCELLED / POSTPONED. | |
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All classes and examinations should CONTINUE (except those taking place outdoor) until the end of the session. If it is the end of the school day or the BLACK signal is still in force, students should be advised to return home only when conditions are safe (Note). | |
If Black Warning is lowered |
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All classes and examinations commencing from 8:30 am will be HELD AS SCHEDULED. |
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All classes and examination commencing from 1:30 pm will be HELD AS SCHEDULED. | |
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All classes and examinations commencing from 6:30 pm will be HELD AS SCHEDULED. |
Note:
If students are not yet in Institute premises due to difference in class timetables, they should stay home or take shelter in a safe place. For classes and examinations conducted outdoor, the responsible staff on the spot should suspend the activities immediately and ensure that all students are taking shelter in a safe place.
If circumstances permit, the announcement on suspension or resumption of classes will be published on the Institute’s website (www.thei.edu.hk).
Students should note that announcements made by the Education Bureau and the Vocational Training Council are NOT applicable to the Institute.
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