Gijang County in Busan Launches Industrial Accident Prevention in Forestry Sector

Unannounced Workplace Safety Inspections to Be Conducted Until November

Gijang County (Governor Jeong Jongbok) will conduct a comprehensive safety inspection of workplaces in the forestry sector to prevent industrial accidents until November 2025.

This inspection is a measure to prevent safety accidents that may occur at forestry sites, such as logging operations. It will cover not only workplaces directly managed by the county but also those operated by contractors commissioned by the county.

The inspections will be carried out through unannounced visits, utilizing the "Logging Operation Safety Checklist" to focus on verifying compliance with safety rules, such as prohibiting other work within hazardous zones, the installation of safety devices on dangerous machinery like brush cutters and chainsaws, and the use of personal protective equipment.

In addition, Gijang County will operate "Toolbox Meetings (pre-work safety inspections)" to educate workers on major accident cases and safety rules for each type of serious accident, thereby raising workers' safety awareness alongside on-site inspections.

The county will immediately instruct corrections for any deficiencies in safety measures found during the inspections, and issues requiring long-term improvement will be managed separately for prompt resolution.

Governor Jeong Jongbok stated, "In line with the government's emphasis on strengthening safety management for projects performed or commissioned by local governments, we will fulfill our role as a key player in preventing industrial accidents," adding, "We will expand on-site safety and health activities to create a healthy and safe forestry environment."

Gijang County Office.

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