Gwangju Seobu Fire Station Recruiting 'Korea 119 Youth Corps'

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Gwangju Seobu Fire Station (Chief Lee Cheontaek) announced on the 24th that it will operate the ‘Korea 119 Youth Corps’ to foster correct understanding and safety awareness regarding fire safety among children and adolescents.

The Korea 119 Youth Corps began in 1963 with the establishment of the ‘Children's Fire Brigade.’

However, there were limitations in operation due to the absence of related laws, but since last year, Article 17-6 (Korea 119 Youth Corps) of the Fire Services Act and Article 9-6 (Scope of Business, etc.) of the Enforcement Rules of the same Act have been newly established.

As a result, the legal basis for establishment and support has been legislated, enabling more systematic operation.

As of last year, Seobu Fire Station operated four units with a total of 91 youth members.

This year, they are recruiting a similar number of members until the 23rd of next month.

The 119 Youth Corps will engage in activities such as ▲Children’s 119 Emergency Rescue Control Team training ▲participation in community service activities like fire truck escorting and fire prevention campaigns ▲production of safe school life UCCs ▲fire safety education visiting schools.

Yoon Seongsang, Head of Disaster Response Division, said, “With the establishment of related legal provisions, we can strengthen and operate activities more effectively,” adding, “We will establish a solid plan and ensure thorough operation.”

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