Gangbuk-gu, Disinfection Inspection of Employment Agencies

Chain Infection High-Risk Facility Management in Compliance, COVID-19 Community Spread Prevention Preemptive Measures... Investigation of 61 Employment Agencies, Checking Compliance with Quarantine Rules Such as Entry Log Writing and Corrective Actions

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Gangbuk-gu (District Mayor Park Kyum-soo) conducted an on-site inspection to verify compliance with quarantine rules at 61 employment agencies within the district.

This inspection was a preemptive preventive measure established with the intention of managing employment agencies according to the quarantine standards for high-risk industries related to the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Both self-checks by the companies and on-site inspections by the district were conducted simultaneously.

The district thoroughly checked compliance with key quarantine guidelines such as designation of quarantine managers, preparation of entry logs, and wearing of masks. In particular, paid agencies that connect workers to the early morning labor market were closely examined and encouraged to improve any deficiencies.

As an improvement measure, it was ordered to maintain a minimum distance of 1 meter or more in worker waiting areas. The importance of strict mask-wearing throughout the entire process of workers traveling by vehicle to their workplaces was also emphasized.

Along with this, the district has entered a focused monitoring system not only for employment agencies but also for facilities with high risk of chain infections such as door-to-door sales businesses and funeral halls.

The plan is to steadily expand inspections of businesses operating to prevent the spread of infections through chain transmission.

Gangbuk District Mayor Park Kyum-soo said, “Considering the characteristics of employment agencies, where enclosed facility structures and close contact among domestic and foreign workers easily occur, they are prone to becoming blind spots in COVID-19 quarantine,” and added, “We will not let our guard down and will further strengthen on-site inspections of high-risk facilities for group infections.”

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