'Gyeonggi-do Roads Undergo Major Changes'... Mandatory 'Video Recording' for Asphalt Paving Implemented

Poor Construction Due to Temperature Control Failures and Traffic Accident Prevention
Pilot Application of Re-paving Work from July, Full Implementation Planned from Next Year

[Asia Economy Reporter Ra Young-cheol] From this year, when Gyeonggi-do orders asphalt paving work, the temperature must be measured during construction and videos must be recorded to prevent poor-quality construction.

Gyeonggi-do stated, "Since temperature control of asphalt materials is essential for road paving work, we will introduce and promote the 'Mandatory Video Recording System for Asphalt Paving Work' starting in July."

According to the province, this system, the first of its kind introduced by a local government nationwide, aims to further strengthen quality control by measuring the temperature during construction and recording video footage showing both the thermometer and the construction site.

The mandatory video recording applies to road paving work ordered by Gyeonggi-do. This year, it will be piloted on repaving projects and fully applied from next year.

Road damage such as potholes largely occurs due to poor temperature management during construction. Although regulations require construction at temperatures above 100℃ to 150℃, there has been no way to verify this on actual construction sites.

In particular, poor temperature management during construction causes insufficient bonding of asphalt materials, reducing the strength of the pavement, shortening its lifespan, wasting budget, and being identified as a major cause of traffic accidents.

Additionally, poor road surfaces harm drivers' back health and increase cases of vehicle damage, including tire punctures.

Gyeonggi-do said, "With the implementation of this system, temperature management during asphalt paving will be more accurate, contributing to the prevention of poor-quality construction and traffic accidents. We will devise various measures to ensure that Gyeonggi-do’s roads are long-lasting and safe without damage."

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