Gwangjin-gu Supports Improvement of Poor Working Conditions in Sewing Companies

Seoul City Selected for 'Clothing Manufacturing Workplace Improvement Support Project'... Additional Local Budget Invested to Improve Working Conditions of Regional Sewing Companies

The completed installation of LED lighting at a sewing factory located in Junggok-dong

[Asia Economy Reporter Jongil Park] Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Seon-gap) has launched the "Garment Manufacturing Company Work Environment Improvement Support Project" to improve the poor working conditions of local sewing companies struggling with business difficulties due to COVID-19.

This support project was carried out with 105 million KRW secured through selection in the Seoul City public contest and 35 million KRW from the district's own budget.

After announcing the recruitment in April, the district conducted on-site surveys of 30 applicant companies and selected 16 companies.

Interviews were conducted with sewing company representatives to listen to their motivations for support and the necessary equipment, reflecting their difficulties as much as possible to select support items.

The support includes electrical equipment and boiler maintenance to eliminate hazards, installation of fire extinguishers and fire detectors, and lighting facilities and dust removal facilities to improve the working environment.

Additionally, this time, an item for improving work efficiency was added, supporting cutting tables and workbenches.

The support amount is up to 9 million KRW per company, and any amount exceeding this is covered by the company's own expenses.

In particular, unlike last year, a completion inspection will be conducted after construction this year, and two excellent companies will be selected. Selected companies will receive consulting on organization and storage as well as counseling for worker health management.

Kim Seon-gap, Mayor of Gwangjin-gu, said, "We have been able to systematically support the improvement of hazardous factors and production facilities in the small and outdated garment manufacturing sites, creating a safe working environment and promoting production line efficiency. We will also apply for the Seoul City public contest next year and strive to ensure that many sewing companies struggling due to the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic receive substantial support."

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