Dobong-gu, First Local Government Nationwide to Operate 'Breathalyzer Day'

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Dobong-gu (District Mayor Oh Eon-seok) is implementing a "Breathalyzer Day." This is the first case nationwide among local governments where it is voluntarily conducted with the consent of workers, rather than being mandatory under legal regulations.

The district plans to prevent safety accidents among workers engaged in driving, physical labor, and other tasks through the operation of Breathalyzer Day, and to encourage voluntary participation in eradicating drunk driving.

Breathalyzer Day will initially target environmental public officials who collect large waste, collect discarded electronics, and load and unload waste, as well as driving public officials who operate large vehicles such as water spraying trucks, dust cleaning trucks, and street cleaning trucks.

A district official stated, "We will start with occupational groups that have a high risk of accidents during work and gradually expand the scope to include service contractors," adding, "We expect that the operation of Breathalyzer Day will foster a proper work culture within the organization."

Breathalyzer Day will be conducted twice a month, consisting of one voluntary check and one collective check. Workers measure their blood alcohol concentration using a breathalyzer before starting work and record it in a log.

If the blood alcohol concentration is 0.03% or higher (the license suspension standard), the worker is advised to take a day off or be excluded from work for the day. If necessary, they will be linked to medical institutions for treatment.

Earlier, on the 24th, the district held a meeting with on-site workers to gather opinions regarding the operation of Breathalyzer Day. On that day, workers suggested specific methods for implementation, including measurement times, locations, and frequency.

Oh Eon-seok, Mayor of Dobong-gu, said, "The operation of 'Breathalyzer Day' will contribute to preventing accidents caused by drinking in industrial sites and creating a safe working environment," and added, "As Dobong-gu has pioneered the introduction of 'Breathalyzer Day,' we will manage it well so that it can become a successful case that other regions can emulate."

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