Chungnam Fire Headquarters Implements Safety Measures for 43 Lithium Battery-Related Workplaces

Fire Safety Inspections and Group Training for Safety Managers

Chungnam Fire Headquarters is inspecting 43 lithium battery-related workplaces in the province on the 9th in relation to fire prevention. Photo by Chungnam Fire Headquarters

Chungnam Fire Headquarters announced on June 9 that it will implement a "Comprehensive Safety Plan for Lithium Battery-Related Workplaces" throughout the month of June.

Since the fire at a lithium battery factory in Hwaseong in June last year, which resulted in 23 deaths, the headquarters has implemented various safety measures, including fire safety inspections and safety consulting.

However, in April this year, two fires occurred at lithium battery factories in the province, resulting in one person being seriously injured and causing property damage amounting to 68 million won.

To prevent such large-scale fires, the headquarters will implement a more comprehensive and strengthened safety plan compared to last year, targeting 43 lithium battery-related workplaces in the province.

First, fire safety inspections will be conducted at all 43 lithium battery-related workplaces, and collective training sessions for safety managers will be held to raise safety awareness.

In addition, to help all workplaces create a safer environment, the headquarters will produce and distribute a video showcasing exemplary companies' safety management methods for benchmarking purposes.

To ensure an effective initial response to fires, joint fire drills with fire stations will be conducted, and safety education and evacuation drills will be provided to prevent injuries among workers.

Seong Hoseon, head of Chungnam Fire Headquarters, stated, "We will take the lead in protecting lives by proactively preventing major disasters at lithium battery-related workplaces through collaboration between fire stations and businesses, and by implementing a comprehensive plan that enables swift response."

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