1950
AMS was officially established.
1952
Dr. K.C. Yeo was appointed as the first Unit Controller of AMS.
1953
A huge blaze swept the Shek Kip Mei squatter area. AMS was mobilized to assist in the overnight rescue operation.
1956
A serious civil disturbance broke out in Lei Cheng Uk Estate resulting in hundreds of casualties. AMS deployed members to provide assistance at hospitals.
1958
Dr. David J.M. Mackenzie succeeded Dr. K.C. Yeo as Unit Controller of AMS.
1962
Massive influx of refugees from China into Hong Kong put a heavy strain on medical services. AMS was fully mobilized to assist the Medical and Health Department in epidemic prevention and health care.
Typhoon Wendy attacked Hong Kong resulting in a cut-off of transportation to and from the Territory. Thousands of casualties were reported. AMS assisted in rescue operation for days in succession.
Typhoon Wendy attacked Hong Kong resulting in a cut-off of transportation to and from the Territory. Thousands of casualties were reported. AMS assisted in rescue operation for days in succession.
1963
Dr P.H. Teng succeeded Dr. David J.M. Mackenzie as Unit Controller of AMS.
1964
Upon the outbreak of cholera, AMS members were deployed to man the quarantine centre at Chatham Road to assist in epidemic prevention.
1966
Heavy rainstorms resulted in many accidents. AMS joined force with other departments to deal with the disasters.
The fare increase by Star Ferry led to an outbreak of civil disturbances. AMS members were deployed to various ambulance depots of the Fire Services Department to augment the regular ambulance service.
The fare increase by Star Ferry led to an outbreak of civil disturbances. AMS members were deployed to various ambulance depots of the Fire Services Department to augment the regular ambulance service.
1967
Hong Kong was tense with civil disturbances. Despite the imposition of curfew, AMS members responded to calls and provided medical assistance.
1970
The Transport Division and the AMS Band were set up.
Dr. G.H. Choa succeeded Dr. P.H. Teng as Commissioner of AMS.
Dr. G.H. Choa succeeded Dr. P.H. Teng as Commissioner of AMS.
1972
Heavy rainstorms caused landslides and mudslides in most parts of Hong Kong, resulting in a large number of casualties. AMS was in full mobilization assisting in the operation of casualty clearing/retention
centres.
On the "Open Day" of the Shek Kong Army Camp, the spectator stand suddenly collapsed. AMS members were dispatched to both the incident site and to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital to assist in the rescue and handling of hundreds of casualties.
On the "Open Day" of the Shek Kong Army Camp, the spectator stand suddenly collapsed. AMS members were dispatched to both the incident site and to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital to assist in the rescue and handling of hundreds of casualties.
1973
A gas explosion near a busy department store in Causeway Bay caused a large number of casualties. AMS members were deployed to the scene and nearby ambulance stations and hospitals to render medical assistance.
1975
The year witnessed the first influx of Vietnamese boat people to Hong Kong. AMS members were assigned to provide round-the clock services at clinics set up in various refugee camps.
1976
The Medical and Health Department launched a methadone treatment scheme for the rehabilitation of drug addicts. AMS members assisted the Department in manning 25 methadone clinics in Hong Kong.
1977
Dr K.L. Thong succeeded Dr. G.H. Choa as Unit Controller of AMS.
AMS was called to rendei medical assistance on police launches as a result of a ferry collision off Lamma Island.
AMS was called to rendei medical assistance on police launches as a result of a ferry collision off Lamma Island.
1983
AMS became an independent government department under the Security Branch of the Government Secretariat.
1985
AMS members were deployed as temporary dental surgery assistants to alleviate the staff shortage problem at government dental clinics.
1986
AMS regions were realigned into 18 districts to conform to the implementation of the district administration scheme.
1988
AMS participated in the early batches of repatriation of Vietnamese refugees.
1989
Dr. S.H. Lee succeeded Dr. K.L. Thong as Commissioner of AMS.
The first batch of AMS members received disaster management training at the Asian Institute of Technology in Thailand.
The first batch of AMS members received disaster management training at the Asian Institute of Technology in Thailand.
1990
AMS edited and published the Emergency Care Handbook.
1991
The Governor, Sir David Wilson, officiated at the opening ceremony of the headquarters building of AMS at Princess Margaret Road, Homantin.
The AMS Song was composed and launched.
The AMS newsletter,which reports up-to-date news and development of the Service, had its first issue published.
The AMS Song was composed and launched.
The AMS newsletter,which reports up-to-date news and development of the Service, had its first issue published.
1992
The Shek Kong Vietnamese Camp caught fire on the first day of the Lunar New Year, resulting in a large number of casualties. Members assisted in the overnight rescue operation.
The Emergency Response Task Force was established to provide on-the-spot paramedic services.
The Department of Health launched an organ donation campaign. About 3,000 members responded to the appeal of AMS to give support to the campaign.
The Emergency Response Task Force was established to provide on-the-spot paramedic services.
The Department of Health launched an organ donation campaign. About 3,000 members responded to the appeal of AMS to give support to the campaign.
1993
The AMS Members' Pledge was promulgated, enabling members to have a clearer understanding of the spirit of AMS to serve the community with humanitarian commitment.
AMS published its performance pledge in response to the Governor's policy address.
An ambulance fleet was set up, operating 24 hours a day at AMS Headquarters to provide back-up and on-call services.
The New Territories Regional Office cum Tsuen Wan Training Centre was officially put to use.
AMS invited Australian experts on disaster medicine to Hong Kong to organize training courses for its members. An inter-departmental seminar on disaster medicine was held with the participation of six emergency departments.
Two major accidents occurred. A fire broke out in an elderly home in Kowloon and an aircraft belonging to the China Airline skidded into the sea while landing. AMS was mobilized to assist in the rescue operations.
At the invitation of the Beijing Emergency Centre, an AMS delegation went to Beijing to take part in a seminar. The visit marked the first step in establishing intellectual exchanges between Hong Kong and the mainland in the disaster medicine field.
AMS published its performance pledge in response to the Governor's policy address.
An ambulance fleet was set up, operating 24 hours a day at AMS Headquarters to provide back-up and on-call services.
The New Territories Regional Office cum Tsuen Wan Training Centre was officially put to use.
AMS invited Australian experts on disaster medicine to Hong Kong to organize training courses for its members. An inter-departmental seminar on disaster medicine was held with the participation of six emergency departments.
Two major accidents occurred. A fire broke out in an elderly home in Kowloon and an aircraft belonging to the China Airline skidded into the sea while landing. AMS was mobilized to assist in the rescue operations.
At the invitation of the Beijing Emergency Centre, an AMS delegation went to Beijing to take part in a seminar. The visit marked the first step in establishing intellectual exchanges between Hong Kong and the mainland in the disaster medicine field.
1994
Dr. Margaret Chan succeeded Dr. S.H. Lee as Commissioner of AMS. She is the first woman to assume the role of Commissioner.
The Touch Screen Computer Directory System was installed at the reception area on the ground floor of AMS Headquarters to provide information on the Service.
A Resource Centre was set up to enable members to have an easy access to reference materials.
The organization of the volunteer service was re-structured to facilitate a better deployment of human resources.
The Touch Screen Computer Directory System was installed at the reception area on the ground floor of AMS Headquarters to provide information on the Service.
A Resource Centre was set up to enable members to have an easy access to reference materials.
The organization of the volunteer service was re-structured to facilitate a better deployment of human resources.
1995
An AMS delegation visited medical authorities in Guangzhou and Foshan to exchange views and experiences in disaster medicine and the combined use of Western and Chinese medicine.
AMS representatives attended the International Conference on Disaster and Emergency Medicine held in Shanghai in April and the South and East Asia Conference on Emergency Medicine Care held in Singapore in August.
A 24-hour enquiry hotline (2762 2033) which operating through an Interactive Voice Response System was set up to facilitate members of the public to enquire about the services of AMS.
The Nursing Practice Manual was edited and published .
AMS celebrated its 45th anniversary.
AMS representatives attended the International Conference on Disaster and Emergency Medicine held in Shanghai in April and the South and East Asia Conference on Emergency Medicine Care held in Singapore in August.
A 24-hour enquiry hotline (2762 2033) which operating through an Interactive Voice Response System was set up to facilitate members of the public to enquire about the services of AMS.
The Nursing Practice Manual was edited and published .
AMS celebrated its 45th anniversary.
1996
The quick response and their remarkable performance of the Emergency Relief Task Force at the scene of the Garley Building Fire Disaster won them the commendation of the Hong Kong Governor.
The Non-Emergency Ambulance Transport Team was set up.
The Non-Emergency Ambulance Transport Team was set up.
1997
The AMS logo was re-designed reflecting the return of the sovereignty of Hong Kong to China.
In order to fulfil the core mission of AMS, the Youth Ambassador Scheme (YAS) was implemented for youths aged 10-15.
In order to fulfil the core mission of AMS, the Youth Ambassador Scheme (YAS) was implemented for youths aged 10-15.
1998
In The Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon, one of the major annual events organised by the Hong Kong Amateur Athletic Association, AMS deployed around 800 first aiders including doctors, nurses and AMS
staff in this big event.
1999
A 3-year Disaster Medical Assistant Training course was introduced for AMS members of the Operations Wing so as to enhance their first aid skill.
The China Airline MD-11 Jetliner, while landing at the Chek Lap Kok Airport on 22 Augest 1999, was pitched and eventually overturned by Typhoon Sam, leaving 3 passengers dead and many others injured. AMS members, on notification by the Fire Services Communication Centre, immediately rushed to the scene with all the necessary medical equipment to rescue the injured passengers.
The China Airline MD-11 Jetliner, while landing at the Chek Lap Kok Airport on 22 Augest 1999, was pitched and eventually overturned by Typhoon Sam, leaving 3 passengers dead and many others injured. AMS members, on notification by the Fire Services Communication Centre, immediately rushed to the scene with all the necessary medical equipment to rescue the injured passengers.
2002
The First Aid Bicycle Team was set-up to provide first aid services for injured bicycle riders on cycling tracks.
2003
Dr. P.Y. Lam succeeded Dr. Margaret Chan as Commissioner of AMS.
During the SARS outbreak, AMS assisted the Department of Health by mobilizing members for duty at the airport, land and sea borders, designated medical centers, temporary isolation camps as well as residential blocks under the mandatory surveillance programme. Moreover, AMS provided the non-emergency ambulance transfer service for SARS patients by taking them to designated hospitals for treatment.
The Disaster Medical Assistant Training Manual was edited and published.
During the SARS outbreak, AMS assisted the Department of Health by mobilizing members for duty at the airport, land and sea borders, designated medical centers, temporary isolation camps as well as residential blocks under the mandatory surveillance programme. Moreover, AMS provided the non-emergency ambulance transfer service for SARS patients by taking them to designated hospitals for treatment.
The Disaster Medical Assistant Training Manual was edited and published.
2004
Experts from the mainland, Macao and Hong Kong were invited to attend the Disaster Medicine Management Symposium held by AMS. Six government emergency departments also took part in the Symposium.
The Department of Health set up the Health Protection Team. To provide human resources to deal with infectious diseases, AMS members having received training in infectious disease and also joined the Team under the coordination of AMS.
AMS launched a uniform changing plan for members.
AMS jointly organised the AMS Blood Donation Day cum Open Day with HK Red Cross, kicking off the celebration of the 55th Anniversary of AMS.
The Overseas Rescue Team was despatched to Thailand to provide assistance in the rescue operation of the South Asia Tsunami.
The Department of Health set up the Health Protection Team. To provide human resources to deal with infectious diseases, AMS members having received training in infectious disease and also joined the Team under the coordination of AMS.
AMS launched a uniform changing plan for members.
AMS jointly organised the AMS Blood Donation Day cum Open Day with HK Red Cross, kicking off the celebration of the 55th Anniversary of AMS.
The Overseas Rescue Team was despatched to Thailand to provide assistance in the rescue operation of the South Asia Tsunami.
2005
The Volunteer Group and the Community Health Education Group were set up with the aim of promoting the knowledge of first aid and health by deploying medical officers, nurses, first-aid instructors and members
to conduct free talks for the public and local organizations.
When the MC6 of the World Trade Organization took place in Hong Kong, AMS members were mobilized to provide first-aid coverage and paramedical service at the venues of the conference, the Airport and strategic locations.
When the MC6 of the World Trade Organization took place in Hong Kong, AMS members were mobilized to provide first-aid coverage and paramedical service at the venues of the conference, the Airport and strategic locations.
2006
The first AMS Senior Officers' Management Training Workshop was held in Zhuhai, China in April. Including top management, there were altogether 61 senior officers taking part in this Workshop.
AMS celebrated its 55th anniversary.
The Basic Nursing Skill and Our Victory Over Infections were edited and published.
The AMS Building Healthy City Committee was set up to promote the health groups in different communities of Hong Kong.
AMS conducted knowledge exchanges in Zhoushan and Wuhan, China.
AMS celebrated its 55th anniversary.
The Basic Nursing Skill and Our Victory Over Infections were edited and published.
The AMS Building Healthy City Committee was set up to promote the health groups in different communities of Hong Kong.
AMS conducted knowledge exchanges in Zhoushan and Wuhan, China.
2007
The AMS Health Protection Unit was established.
The post of Assistant Commissioner was re-named as Senior Assistant Commissioner.
The post of Assistant Commissioner was re-named as Senior Assistant Commissioner.
2008
During the seasonal peak of the flu and the disaster of Szechuan earthquake, free health talks, such as "How Much Do You Know About Influenza? How Do You Protect Your Children?" and "Post-Disaster Emotion
Handling", were offered to schools and non-profit-making organisations.
When the Olympic Equestrian Events took place in Hong Kong, AMS medical professionals and members provided on the spot treatment to the injured at all training and competition venues.
When the Olympic Equestrian Events took place in Hong Kong, AMS medical professionals and members provided on the spot treatment to the injured at all training and competition venues.
2009
To support the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccination Programme of the Department of Health, AMS members provided vaccinations for 120,000 children in Hong Kong who had never taken such vaccination.
While the 2009 East Asia Games took place in Hong Kong, medical practitioners and members from AMS were sent to various training and competition venues to provide first aid service for the injured.
The "Disaster Medical Assistant Training Manual" was edited and published.
While the 2009 East Asia Games took place in Hong Kong, medical practitioners and members from AMS were sent to various training and competition venues to provide first aid service for the injured.
The "Disaster Medical Assistant Training Manual" was edited and published.
2010
AMS celebrated its 60th anniversary.
Two manuals of "Basic Nursing Skill" and "Our Victory Over Infections" were edited and published.
The AMS Building Healthy City Committee was set up to promote the establishment of health groups in different communities of Hong Kong.
AMS members proceeded to ZhouShan and WuHan, China to attend knowledge exchange seminars.
AMS was invited to Beijing by the Beijing Red Cross to provide disaster medicine training for its members.
Two manuals of "Basic Nursing Skill" and "Our Victory Over Infections" were edited and published.
The AMS Building Healthy City Committee was set up to promote the establishment of health groups in different communities of Hong Kong.
AMS members proceeded to ZhouShan and WuHan, China to attend knowledge exchange seminars.
AMS was invited to Beijing by the Beijing Red Cross to provide disaster medicine training for its members.
2011
Cadet Corps was officially established.
In response to the nuclear radiation leakage incident in Japan, the AMS set up a service desk at the Hong Kong International Airport to conduct radioactivity screening services for travellers from Japan.
In response to the nuclear radiation leakage incident in Japan, the AMS set up a service desk at the Hong Kong International Airport to conduct radioactivity screening services for travellers from Japan.
2012
Dr. CHAN Hon-yee, Constance succeeded Dr. P.Y. Lam as Commissioner of AMS.
Mr. HUI Wai-kwong, Sam succeeded Dr. Y.W. Chan as Chief Staff Officer of AMS.
In view of the winter surge in accident and emergency attendance, AMS deployed 34 members daily to provide assistance at the accident and emergency departments of 12 acute hospitals under the Hospital Authority between 27 January 2012 and 23 February 2012.
From December 2011 to February 2012, AMS deployed members to six maternal and child health centres to provide support services for their health programmes in response to the request of the Family Health Service of the Department of Health for assistance to meet the huge demand for maternal services at the maternal and child health centres.
When the Exercise Checkerboard was conducted under the Daya Bay Contingency Plan of HKSARG on 26 and 27 April 2012, AMS deployed 125 members to set up 3 radiation monitoring centres respectively at Sai Kung Marine Police Base, Ma Liu Shui Public Pier and Man Kam To Border Check Point and one decontamination centre at Shatin Swimming Pool. In addition, 100 members joined the exercise as actor players at the Pool.
In response to the Security Bureau's request for assistance in the Cleaning Plastic Pellets Operation, AMS deployed a total of 68 members to provide first-aid coverage and stand-by ambulance services at the beaches of Tung O, Cheung Chau, Tai O and Chi Ma Wan on 11, 12, 25 and 26 August 2012.
While public meetings on the issue of national education were held by organizations and members of the public for consecutive days between 30 August 2012 and 17 October 2012, AMS provided round-the-clock first aid coverage every day.
After the vessels collision incident off Lamma Island occurred on 1 October 2012, AMS deployed a total of 115 members to Ap Lei Chau Public Pier to reinforce regular forces and a total of 13 casualties were conveyed to 4 hospitals by AMS ambulances in the rescue operation. In addition, 64 members were deployed to provide support services at Kwai Chung Public Mortuary between 2 and 4 October 2012.
Mr. HUI Wai-kwong, Sam succeeded Dr. Y.W. Chan as Chief Staff Officer of AMS.
In view of the winter surge in accident and emergency attendance, AMS deployed 34 members daily to provide assistance at the accident and emergency departments of 12 acute hospitals under the Hospital Authority between 27 January 2012 and 23 February 2012.
From December 2011 to February 2012, AMS deployed members to six maternal and child health centres to provide support services for their health programmes in response to the request of the Family Health Service of the Department of Health for assistance to meet the huge demand for maternal services at the maternal and child health centres.
When the Exercise Checkerboard was conducted under the Daya Bay Contingency Plan of HKSARG on 26 and 27 April 2012, AMS deployed 125 members to set up 3 radiation monitoring centres respectively at Sai Kung Marine Police Base, Ma Liu Shui Public Pier and Man Kam To Border Check Point and one decontamination centre at Shatin Swimming Pool. In addition, 100 members joined the exercise as actor players at the Pool.
In response to the Security Bureau's request for assistance in the Cleaning Plastic Pellets Operation, AMS deployed a total of 68 members to provide first-aid coverage and stand-by ambulance services at the beaches of Tung O, Cheung Chau, Tai O and Chi Ma Wan on 11, 12, 25 and 26 August 2012.
While public meetings on the issue of national education were held by organizations and members of the public for consecutive days between 30 August 2012 and 17 October 2012, AMS provided round-the-clock first aid coverage every day.
After the vessels collision incident off Lamma Island occurred on 1 October 2012, AMS deployed a total of 115 members to Ap Lei Chau Public Pier to reinforce regular forces and a total of 13 casualties were conveyed to 4 hospitals by AMS ambulances in the rescue operation. In addition, 64 members were deployed to provide support services at Kwai Chung Public Mortuary between 2 and 4 October 2012.
2013
In early January 2013, AMS successfully deployed 5 Town Ambulances into services.
In 2010, Chief Executive stated in his Policy Address that Auxiliary Medical Service (AMS) would set up a cadet corps in the following year aiming to recruit 1,000 members. Furthermore, the Hong Kong Government has decided to expand the Cadet Corps starting from the 2014-15 financial year. The target was to increase the number of cadets from 1,000 to 3,000 in five years.
In 2010, Chief Executive stated in his Policy Address that Auxiliary Medical Service (AMS) would set up a cadet corps in the following year aiming to recruit 1,000 members. Furthermore, the Hong Kong Government has decided to expand the Cadet Corps starting from the 2014-15 financial year. The target was to increase the number of cadets from 1,000 to 3,000 in five years.
2014
The same arrangement as year 2012 for Winter Surge, AMS deployed 29 members daily to provide assistance at the accident and emergency departments of 13 acute hospitals under the Hospital Authority between
December 2014 and May 2015.
2015
The ferry accident happened on the evening of 25 October 2015 when a high-speed Macau ferry slammed into an unknown object near Siu A Chau, one of the Soko Islands. Mobilization of AMS ambulance fleet and
members were immediately required. During the emergency turn out, a total of 7 ambulances and 51 duty members were deployed for the ferry accident. Besides, 17 cases were treated on the field and 11
hospital cases were reported on the tragic accident.
2016
On celebrating the 5th anniversary of the Cadet Corps, the AMS also had the Volunteer Group of the First Aid Team facing up to its 15th anniversary in the same year.
The AMS was included in the “Safeguard HK, Security Bureau Mobile Application” launched by the Security Bureau to provide the public with information on the services to be provided.
On 21 June 2016, the No. 4 Alarm Fire broke out at the mini-storage facilities of the Amoycan Industrial Centre in Ngau Tau Kok. The AMS deployed 8 ambulances together with about 50 duty members to help escort residents from an elderly home in Tak Bo Garden affected by the fire to a safe place.
The FIA Formula E Championship Hong Kong was hosted at the harbourfront track in Central for which the AMS provided professional and efficient services.
The AMS was included in the “Safeguard HK, Security Bureau Mobile Application” launched by the Security Bureau to provide the public with information on the services to be provided.
On 21 June 2016, the No. 4 Alarm Fire broke out at the mini-storage facilities of the Amoycan Industrial Centre in Ngau Tau Kok. The AMS deployed 8 ambulances together with about 50 duty members to help escort residents from an elderly home in Tak Bo Garden affected by the fire to a safe place.
The FIA Formula E Championship Hong Kong was hosted at the harbourfront track in Central for which the AMS provided professional and efficient services.
2017
The Emergency Response Task Force marked its 25th year of establishment while the Health Protection Unit experienced a history of 10 years.
On 15 January 2017, the Uniformed Groups cum Youth Development Symposium which was organised by the Cadet Corps and comprised of 7 thematic talks and one round table meeting, was enthused with a tremendous success.
The electronic display system was fully installed in the control room 308 in our Headquarters, enabling the AMS to mobilise personnel and resources effectively in times of typhoons and various significant events.
The UCI Track Cycling World Championships took place in Hong Kong for which the AMS provided professional and efficient services.
On 7 November 2017, there were altogether 7 new non-emergency ambulances of the AMS which came into operation.
On 15 January 2017, the Uniformed Groups cum Youth Development Symposium which was organised by the Cadet Corps and comprised of 7 thematic talks and one round table meeting, was enthused with a tremendous success.
The electronic display system was fully installed in the control room 308 in our Headquarters, enabling the AMS to mobilise personnel and resources effectively in times of typhoons and various significant events.
The UCI Track Cycling World Championships took place in Hong Kong for which the AMS provided professional and efficient services.
On 7 November 2017, there were altogether 7 new non-emergency ambulances of the AMS which came into operation.
2018
On 9 June 2018, as the first station of first aid along the cycling tracks in the western New Territories, the Tuen Mun Bicycle First Aid Station, located at the entry/exit hub near Siu Hong MTR Station
was officially commissioned to provide services.
On 16 September 2018, AMS was on high alert at the time when the mega storm "Mangkhut" hit Hong Kong.
On 30 September 2018, to greatly enhance operational efficiency, the global positioning systems were installed in a total of 14 vehicles of the AMS, including a multi-purpose vehicle, a command vehicle, 5 ambulances and 7 non-emergency ambulances.
On 16 September 2018, AMS was on high alert at the time when the mega storm "Mangkhut" hit Hong Kong.
On 30 September 2018, to greatly enhance operational efficiency, the global positioning systems were installed in a total of 14 vehicles of the AMS, including a multi-purpose vehicle, a command vehicle, 5 ambulances and 7 non-emergency ambulances.
2019
AMS mobile team was equipped with AED, resuscitation and trauma rucksacks as standard appliances, the results of these improvements are enhancing the team to achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness
in significant events.
2020
Since February 2020, AMS provides escort services to confirmed cases of COVID-19, their close contacts and other persons in need. As of 31 December, AMS provided escorted services to 37,281 people in 2020.
AMS provides full support to combat the epidemic by deploying members to offer medical support in quarantine centres, and participate in the Universal Community Testing Program and inter-departmental joint operations on inspection of bars.
On 20 March 2022, the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, visited the AMS Headquarters in Ho Man Tin today to thank its personnel for their full support for the enforcement of the compulsory quarantine to safeguard public health.
In October 2020, the Yuen Long First Aid Bicycle Depot opened.
On 28 November 2020, AMS took enforcement action for the first time by exercising its powers under the Prevention and Control of Disease (Compulsory Testing for Certain Persons) Regulation (Cap. 599J) to issue penalty notices and deliver compulsory testing orders.
AMS provides full support to combat the epidemic by deploying members to offer medical support in quarantine centres, and participate in the Universal Community Testing Program and inter-departmental joint operations on inspection of bars.
On 20 March 2022, the Chief Executive, Mrs Carrie Lam, visited the AMS Headquarters in Ho Man Tin today to thank its personnel for their full support for the enforcement of the compulsory quarantine to safeguard public health.
In October 2020, the Yuen Long First Aid Bicycle Depot opened.
On 28 November 2020, AMS took enforcement action for the first time by exercising its powers under the Prevention and Control of Disease (Compulsory Testing for Certain Persons) Regulation (Cap. 599J) to issue penalty notices and deliver compulsory testing orders.
2021
Apart from the existing anti-epidemic work, AMS participated in inter-departmental enforcement actions and compliance inspections, conducted infection control and management courses, and provided medical support to patients staying in designated isolation facilities after hospital discharge.
AMS continued to provide escort services. As of 31 December, AMS provided escorted services to 69,442 in 2021.
In July 2021, the Cadet Corps launched the Health Awareness and Promotion Programme for Youth (HAPPY).
On 1 September 2021, a newly designed official website was launched with more accessibility features.
Dr. Ronald LAM succeeded Dr. CHAN Hon-yee, Constance as Commissioner of AMS.
In October 2021, a new uniform for the Ambulance Services Section was introduced.
On 24 October 2021, about 700 medical officers and first aiders were deployed to provide first aid services in the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2021, the first large-scale sports event held in Hong Kong since the outbreak of the epidemic.
AMS continued to provide escort services. As of 31 December, AMS provided escorted services to 69,442 in 2021.
In July 2021, the Cadet Corps launched the Health Awareness and Promotion Programme for Youth (HAPPY).
On 1 September 2021, a newly designed official website was launched with more accessibility features.
Dr. Ronald LAM succeeded Dr. CHAN Hon-yee, Constance as Commissioner of AMS.
In October 2021, a new uniform for the Ambulance Services Section was introduced.
On 24 October 2021, about 700 medical officers and first aiders were deployed to provide first aid services in the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2021, the first large-scale sports event held in Hong Kong since the outbreak of the epidemic.
2022
In January 2022, a team on national security education was established.
In February and March 2022, AMS deployed members to participate in the support supplies delivery services under the StayHomeSafe Scheme and assist in the operation of public mortuaries respectively.
In March 2022, AMS launched a micro-movie "House of AMS" to show our team's work under the epidemic in the form of a story and paid tribute to our volunteer members.
Starting from March 2022, a new poster was displayed on outdoor advertisement light boxes, television screens on external walls of buildings, seat backs of buses, taxi bodies, etc., with a view to recruiting new members through this large-scale promotional campaign.
In April 2022, 5 new ambulance motorcycles commenced services.
The First Aid Bicycle team started to patrol along cycle tracks in Tseung Kwan O in December 2022.
In February and March 2022, AMS deployed members to participate in the support supplies delivery services under the StayHomeSafe Scheme and assist in the operation of public mortuaries respectively.
In March 2022, AMS launched a micro-movie "House of AMS" to show our team's work under the epidemic in the form of a story and paid tribute to our volunteer members.
Starting from March 2022, a new poster was displayed on outdoor advertisement light boxes, television screens on external walls of buildings, seat backs of buses, taxi bodies, etc., with a view to recruiting new members through this large-scale promotional campaign.
In April 2022, 5 new ambulance motorcycles commenced services.
The First Aid Bicycle team started to patrol along cycle tracks in Tseung Kwan O in December 2022.
2023
On 6 January 2023, AMS completed the enforcement operation under the Prevention and Control of Disease (Compulsory Testing for Certain Persons) Regulation (Cap. 599J).
Service period: 28/11/2020 – 6/1/2023 (Total 770 Days)
On 1 March 2023, the Headquarters Control Room, which was activated in view of the epidemic, ceased operation and the AMS held a lights-off ceremony, signifying the completion of its COVID-19 anti-epidemic duties.
On 2 April 2023, the AMS and the Hong Kong Metropolitan University officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding to officially launch a series of academic and service collaborations.
Starting from 30 May 2023, AMS members can choose to wear winter or summer seasonal uniforms at their own choice throughout the year, depending on the weather and personal constitution.
Starting from July 2023, AMS has been arranging walk-in recruitment and interview for volunteer members and cadets on the third Saturday of each month. The simplified recruitment process can save the step of appointment for interview from July 2023. Medical examination will be arranged soon for those who have passed the interview to speed up the entire recruitment process.
In October 2023, 5 new town ambulances commenced services.
On 28 October 2023, the AMS First Aid Bicycle Depot on Tseung Lam Highway Garden opened.
Service period: 28/11/2020 – 6/1/2023 (Total 770 Days)
On 1 March 2023, the Headquarters Control Room, which was activated in view of the epidemic, ceased operation and the AMS held a lights-off ceremony, signifying the completion of its COVID-19 anti-epidemic duties.
On 2 April 2023, the AMS and the Hong Kong Metropolitan University officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding to officially launch a series of academic and service collaborations.
Starting from 30 May 2023, AMS members can choose to wear winter or summer seasonal uniforms at their own choice throughout the year, depending on the weather and personal constitution.
Starting from July 2023, AMS has been arranging walk-in recruitment and interview for volunteer members and cadets on the third Saturday of each month. The simplified recruitment process can save the step of appointment for interview from July 2023. Medical examination will be arranged soon for those who have passed the interview to speed up the entire recruitment process.
In October 2023, 5 new town ambulances commenced services.
On 28 October 2023, the AMS First Aid Bicycle Depot on Tseung Lam Highway Garden opened.
2024
Starting from 1 January 2024, the test item of placing equipment conducted on the day of the recruitment interview has been cancelled.
On 22 June 2024, the AMS and the Saint Francis University signed a Memorandum of Understanding to officially launch a series of academic collaborations and programmes regarding youth nurturing and development.
On 10 August 2024, the AMS and and Tung Wah College signed a Memorandum of Understanding to officially launch a series of programmes regarding youth nurturing and development.
In September 2024, the brand-new green Hybrid-Tee was introduced as working uniform.
In September 2024, the Cadet Corps started to establish the school-based Cadet Platoon in secondary schools.
In December 2024, the First Aid Bicycle Division was established.
On 22 December 2024, the "History Pavilion" located on the ground floor of AMS Headquarters was unveiled.
On 22 June 2024, the AMS and the Saint Francis University signed a Memorandum of Understanding to officially launch a series of academic collaborations and programmes regarding youth nurturing and development.
On 10 August 2024, the AMS and and Tung Wah College signed a Memorandum of Understanding to officially launch a series of programmes regarding youth nurturing and development.
In September 2024, the brand-new green Hybrid-Tee was introduced as working uniform.
In September 2024, the Cadet Corps started to establish the school-based Cadet Platoon in secondary schools.
In December 2024, the First Aid Bicycle Division was established.
On 22 December 2024, the "History Pavilion" located on the ground floor of AMS Headquarters was unveiled.
2025
In February 2025, the AMS upgraded the 'Disaster Medical Assistant Training Course' to the 'Emergency Pre-Hospital Care Course' to enhance the quality of training for its members and meet societal needs.
To accommodate individuals who are busy with work or study but wish to contribute to the community, the AMS has revised the total induction training hours to 100 starting from April 2025. Additionally, a new “dual mode” induction training arrangement has been introduced, offering both weekday and weekend sessions to facilitate participation.
To accommodate individuals who are busy with work or study but wish to contribute to the community, the AMS has revised the total induction training hours to 100 starting from April 2025. Additionally, a new “dual mode” induction training arrangement has been introduced, offering both weekday and weekend sessions to facilitate participation.