The half-day CPD course will be delivered on the web using Zoom.

Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) are a large group of more than 2,000 synthetic chemicals widely used in industrial processes and consumer products, including carpeting, textiles, firefighting foams, metal plating, stain repellents, polishes, paints, and protective coatings. Many of the PFAS chemicals have been linked to adverse effects on human health.

PFAS have attracted significant media and regulatory attention due to concerns about their potential health impacts and their strong resistance to environmental degradation, leading to their being commonly referred to as “forever chemicals.” Numerous legal actions have been initiated in the United States, Australia, and Europe regarding PFAS contamination and associated liabilities.

Regulatory developments are also accelerating in Asia. In Taiwan, where semiconductor manufacturing is a major industry and a major source of PFAS, the Ministry of Environment launched a draft regulation in 2025 to designate 269 PFAS compounds as concerned chemical substances, reflecting heightened governmental oversight.

In Hong Kong, the Water Supplies Department has issued general guidance on PFAS management. The 2023 review of the Hong Kong Drinking Water Standards reported that concentrations of two PFAS compounds, i.e., perfluoro-octane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), were low in drinking water. Nevertheless, PFAS remain on the Watch List, reflecting ongoing regulatory vigilance.

The subject is evolving rapidly, and there is a growing need for a better understanding of PFAS, particularly among construction and environmental professionals, because:

• Widespread environmental presence: Due to their extensive use and persistence, PFAS have been detected in soil, surface water, and groundwater. Elevated concentrations are often found near fire training facilities, historic fire incident sites, wastewater treatment plants, industrial areas, and landfills. As a result, construction professionals are increasingly likely to encounter PFAS-related issues in development and infrastructure projects.

• Expanding health concerns: An increasing number of PFAS compounds are being identified as potentially harmful to human health. Even where local sources appear limited, bioaccumulation through the food chain may present exposure pathways.

• Advances in science and remediation: Laboratory analytical methods and remediation technologies have advanced significantly in recent years, improving detection capability and expanding available management options.  

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1. A deposit to "Advanced Technovation Limited" at HSBC Account No. 400-304267-001 and get a receipt;

2. FPS 3116993 and take a screen capture; or

3. An e-cheque payable to "Advanced Technovation Limited".

Registration: 

1. Register online at adv-technovation.com and submit the image of the receipt or screen capture, or an e-cheque;

2. Fill in the reply slip and e-mail the completed reply slip with receipt, screen capture or e-cheque to support@adv-technovation.com

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• Description of the Web-CPD courses

• Application form for the Web-CPD course