Zero Major Accidents... POSCO Pohang Steelworks Introduces 'Entry Management System During Operation'

Realizing Advanced Workplace Safety Management Systems

POSCO Pohang Steelworks has introduced the 'In-operation Access Control System (ILS)' certification system to secure the safety of workers from the risks posed by operating equipment.

POSCO Pohang Steelworks.

The 'In-operation Access Control System' physically blocks the operation of equipment or machinery to prevent accidents that may occur during work, thereby ensuring the safety of external personnel exposed to hazards within the plant.

Starting this year, Pohang Steelworks will conduct a thorough diagnosis of the in-operation access control systems, which were previously managed by each plant, through the department in charge of safety and health management, and implement the ILS certification system.

To achieve the goal of zero serious accidents, the company plans to rigorously manage the safety of not only workers inside the plant but also external personnel exposed to risks.

As a result of operating the preliminary ILS certification process in model plants such as the No. 4 Continuous Casting Plant, the Cold Rolling Plating Plant, and the Stainless Steel No. 4 Steelmaking Plant, it was found that the on-site safety management system has been greatly improved.

An official from the Safety and Environment Department, who oversees the ILS certification system, stated, "We expect that this ILS certification system will further strengthen the autonomous safety management system at the site," and added, "We will continue to communicate with employees at various levels on site and expand the certification system to all plants so that everyone can relate to it, thereby establishing a practical ILS management system."

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