Changwon City Conducts Comprehensive Inspection of 227 Gas Supply Companies Following 'Gas Explosion Accident'

Administrative sanctions equivalent to business suspension for irresponsible management of gas facilities

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Saeyan] Changwon City, Gyeongnam, will conduct a comprehensive inspection of 227 gas supply companies related to the gas accident that occurred in Sanho-dong, Masanhappo-gu, starting from the 8th.

On the 3rd, the police conducted a joint on-site investigation of the house where the gas explosion occurred and discovered circumstances where the installation technician pulled out the gas piping hose and inadequately finished the sealing work. It was even revealed that the technician was an 'unqualified person' without proper certification.

Accordingly, the city plans to deploy 14 personnel in 5 teams, including city hall officials and Korea Gas Safety Corporation employees, for 10 days starting from the 8th.

The inspection targets include LP gas sales businesses, gas filling stations, and collective supply businesses.

The main inspection items include checking 12 points such as whether users have neglected aging pipelines, the working status of safety managers at each business, possession of consumer insurance certificates, and the status of contract agreements for safe supply. They also plan to conduct patrol inspections on gas usage conditions among low-income households.

If violations are found, minor issues will be encouraged to be corrected on-site, and in cases where gas facilities are irresponsibly managed with potential accident risks, administrative measures including business suspension will be taken.

A city official stated, "Gas is a fuel that can be conveniently used in daily life, but if not careful, it can lead to serious accidents. We will guide supply companies to focus on accident prevention and responsibly manage consumer facilities."

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