Gwangju Seo-gu Launches Campaign to Prevent Major Accidents and Heat-Related Illnesses

Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City (District Mayor Kim Ikang) conducted a total of 15 campaigns from the 10th to the 20th aimed at preventing major accidents and heat-related illnesses among construction workers at construction sites.

According to Seo-gu on the 21st, this campaign was carried out with the participation of members from the practical committee and subcommittees under the Labor-Management-Government-Civil Council, providing workers with explanations about the purpose of the campaign and the importance of accident prevention.

Seogu conducted a campaign to prevent serious accidents and heat-related illnesses targeting construction workers at construction sites.
[Photo by Seogu]

Starting January 24 next year, Seo-gu has produced and distributed related manuals to small business owners with fewer than 50 employees (and construction businesses with less than 5 billion KRW in capital), who will also be held responsible for major accidents. Additionally, cool sleeves and other items were provided to prevent heat-related illnesses.

A Seo-gu official stated, “We hope this campaign raises awareness of the risks of major accidents and heat-related illnesses and greatly helps in accident prevention.”

Meanwhile, the Seo-gu Labor-Management-Government-Civil Council continues to promote projects aimed at social improvement such as emotional laborers and employer mental care programs, improving working environments for vulnerable workers, and ‘Healing Camps’ involving essential workers and employers to enhance awareness and protect the mental health of those engaged in essential duties.

Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Dongho Shin baekok@asiae.co.kr

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