Hong Kong Eases Proposed Health Check Rules for Elderly Commercial Drivers Hong Kong's decision to ease proposed health check rules for elderly commercial drivers has sparked a mix of relief and skepticism within the industry.
The reduction in frequency of medical check ups from annual to biennial appears to be a pragmatic concession, given the mounting pressure from businesses concerned about labor shortages and regulatory burdens.
The Transport and Logistics Bureau's policy paper cites the need to enhance road safety by tightening physical fitness assessment requirements.