Jeonnam Fire Department Uncovers Numerous Fire Safety Violations in Large Logistics Warehouses and Other Facilities
Early 'Special Fire Investigation' by New Government... Focus on Fire-Vulnerable Sites Such as Logistics Warehouses and Aging Factories
118 Locations Ordered to Correct Deficiencies... Cases Referred for Prosecution, Fines, and Transfer to Local Go
[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] The Jeonnam Fire Headquarters (Chief Kim Joil) uncovered numerous violations during a special fire inspection of large logistics warehouses and other facilities, conducted to fundamentally prevent major accidents in the early days of the new government.
According to the special fire inspection results announced by Jeonnam Fire on the 24th, violations were found at a total of 118 locations, including 141 logistics warehouses and aging factories, 27 pilotis-structured buildings, 18 goshiwon, and 11 construction sites.
The Fire Headquarters and 20 fire stations in the province conducted a special fire inspection over three months from May to August, covering 319 sites including pilotis-structured buildings, goshiwon, large logistics warehouses, and aging factories.
Correction orders were issued to the 118 locations where violations were detected. Among them, 6 sites were booked for illegal handling of hazardous materials, 11 sites were fined, and 9 sites were referred to the relevant city or county offices for violations of the Building Act.
The main violations included ▲illegal handling of hazardous materials and negligence in hazardous materials safety management ▲closure of fire facilities and negligence in managing alarm and evacuation equipment ▲neglect of duties by fire safety managers ▲illegal expansion and use of buildings.
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Chief Kim Joil of the Fire Headquarters stated, “We will continue to strengthen special fire inspections focusing on fire-vulnerable targets to protect the lives and property of residents,” and added, “We will establish a voluntary safety management system through fire prevention guidance and consultation with building stakeholders.”
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