Gwangju Bukbu Fire Station Urges Caution for Winter Construction Site Fire Prevention

Safety measure case. Photo by the National Fire Agency

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Cho Hyung-joo] Gwangju Bukbu Fire Station (Chief Kim Hee-cheol) announced on the 4th that it urges compliance with fire prevention measures that can occur at construction sites during winter.

Construction sites have many flammable materials stored, so there is a very high possibility of fire due to spark work such as welding and cutting, and handling of fire for heating, requiring thorough attention from those involved.

To prevent fires at construction sites, the following must be observed: ▲ installation of temporary firefighting facilities such as fire extinguishers at the construction site ▲ recommendation to assign fire watchers at the construction site ▲ removal of flammable materials and safety measures where welding and cutting sparks may reach ▲ wearing protective gear such as safety helmets and heat-resistant gloves ▲ conducting firefighting safety education for workers.

Kim Gwan-ho, Director of Prevention and Safety, said, "Most fires occurring at construction sites in winter are caused by carelessness and indifference," and urged, "We hope those involved in construction sites take interest and actively participate in complying with fire prevention safety rules."

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