Gyeongnam Province Conducts Supervision and Inspection at 55 School Construction Sites for Asbestos Removal and Dismantling Works

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[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Saeyan] Gyeongsangnam-do plans to conduct guidance and inspections by the respective city and county authorities for 55 schools in the province that are scheduled for asbestos dismantling and removal work during the summer vacation period, in accordance with the 'Asbestos Safety Management Act.'

The guidance and inspection of school asbestos construction sites aim to prevent exposure to asbestos among unspecified many residents due to demolition or repair work on buildings using asbestos-containing materials.

According to the province on the 11th, this inspection will cover a total of 55 school construction sites, including 22 sites where asbestos supervisors must be mandatorily appointed (asbestos dismantling area of 800㎡ or more) and 33 sites where supervisors are optionally appointed (asbestos dismantling area less than 800㎡), in accordance with relevant laws.

Considering the construction period and academic schedule for each site, the responsible officials will set their own inspection schedules and conduct direct inspections. Among the inspection targets, 5 schools, corresponding to 10%, will be selected for joint inspections by the province and city/county authorities.

If major violations such as failure to appoint a supervisor, poor supervision, or non-compliance with work standards are detected as a result of the inspection, administrative measures such as judicial action or fines will be taken.

Jung Seokwon, Director of the Climate Environment and Forestry Bureau, stated, "For the protection of residents' health and to create a safe environment free from asbestos concerns, it is most important that construction contractors and supervisors comply with management regulations," and added, "We ask for the active cooperation of the schools subject to inspection."

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