Jongno-gu Provides Work Environment Improvement Funds to Manufacturing Companies with Fewer Than 10 Employees

Applications for participation in related support projects must be submitted by the 3rd of next month
Targeting five specialized urban manufacturing sectors including printing
Up to 90% of actual expenses, approximately 5 million KRW per company

Interior view of a small manufacturing workshop. (Photo by Jongno-gu Office)

Jongno-gu, Seoul (District Mayor Jeong Munheon) announced on the 21st that it will accept applications for participation in the "2024 Urban Manufacturing Work Environment Improvement Support Project" until the 3rd of next month. The purpose is to improve the working environment of urban manufacturing workers who are constantly exposed to various health hazards such as dust due to the nature of their work, and to promote productivity enhancement.

The target is small-scale manufacturers with fewer than 10 employees among the five specialized urban manufacturing industries (clothing sewing, machinery and metal, printing, jewelry, handmade shoes) registered as businesses within the district.

Priority will be given to companies with underground or semi-basement workshops where ventilation is difficult and exposed to harmful substances such as mold, companies with dust and noise levels below the average standard, and companies with a long business history.

A total of 34 support items are available. In accordance with the enforcement of the Serious Accident Punishment Act, essential support will be provided for fire extinguishers, fire detectors, leakage breakers, and places where distribution boxes have exceeded their durability or are not installed. To improve the working environment, air purifiers, heating and cooling devices, dehumidifiers, LED lighting, as well as auxiliary tables for cutting and sewing machines and conveyors that enhance work efficiency will also be supported.

The support amount is approximately 5 million KRW per company. Up to 90% of the actual expenses will be supported, and the business operator must bear 10% of the total amount.

Applications must be submitted by the 3rd of next month with an application form, a copy of the business registration certificate, and certificates of full payment of national and local taxes, either by visiting the Regional Economy Division in person or by mail. Submission via email to the person in charge is also possible.

After receiving applications, Jongno-gu plans to select recipients by May this year through on-site surveys and reviews for each company. Selected companies will carry out self-construction and receive support funds in the second half of this year.

For more details, please refer to the announcement on the district office website or contact the Jewelry Fashion Team of the Regional Economy Division by phone for guidance.

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